The Division of Natural Sciences is offering postgraduate research excellence awards to outstanding international students wishing to undertake a research doctorate degree (PhD) in the Division of Natural Sciences.
Background
Applications are sought from graduates of an equivalent Australian bachelor’s degree with honours in science (or relevant discipline) from a leading international research institution where 25% of the final year of the degree includes an independent research component.
Eligibility criteria
- Hold a degree equivalent to an Australian Bachelor’s degree with Honours in Science (or
relevant discipline area), at an international university (a non-Australian university). The
final year of the degree must include at least 25% research - have achieved results in the top 10% of their university studies from a leading research
institution - not be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or hold permanent residency in Australia
- be commencing postgraduate study at the University of Sydney for the first time with
support from a Faculty of Science Research Supervisor for both the research project and
scholarship - not be in receipt of any other tuition fee scholarship; and
- Commence study at the University of Sydney by the date stipulated in the candidature offer letter.
Selection criteria
Applicants are awarded on an academic
merit based, competitive basisOngoing eligibility
Subject to satisfactory academic progress
Payment schedule
The scholarship will cover international student tuition fees and provide a stipend at the current Australian Postgraduate Award (APA) rate.
Termination
The scholarship will terminate under any of the following conditions:
- If the award holder no longer meets the eligibility requirements.
- If the award holder fails to make satisfactory progress in the degree program
- When the award holder ceases to be enrolled as a full-time research doctoral candidate, or discontinues their study.
- If the University determines that the award holder is guilty of serious misconduct, including, but not limited to, having provided false or misleading information.
- If the award holder does not resume study at the end of a period of approved leave.
- If the award holder is granted permanent residency in Australia. Students must immediately advise the Faculty of Science, International Services and the Scholarships Office of any changes to their visa status.
Applications open : Always open for applications
For more information
Student Administration Services
T 1800 SYD UNI (1800 793 864)
T +61 2 8627 1444 (outside Australia)
Email : [email protected]
