The University of Western Australia is inviting applications from qualified international students to apply for International Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarships to undertake the degree of Master by Research or Doctorate by Research.
The purpose of the RTP Scholarships are to attract top quality international postgraduate students to the University and to support Australia’s research effort.
Successful candidates can expect to become members of a research team working under the direction of senior researchers and in an area which has attracted external resources.
- These scholarships cover International Tuition Fees for up to four (4) years, as well as Overseas Student Health Cover for the award holder and their dependents.
- Successful applicants may also be awarded an International Postgraduate Living Allowance Scholarship, valued at AUD29,000 per annum.
- Application for a scholarship is also an application for admission to the University.
- Please also refer to the Australian Government websitefor Frequently Asked Questions about International Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarships.
Required Eligibility
Applications for international postgraduate research scholarships at UWA are rated according to the following criteria:
(a) Academic achievement; (b) English language achievement; and (c) Research experience.
Allocation of scholarships is the outcome of a competitive ranking and selection process in which applications are scored and ranked by Schools, Faculties and the University Scholarships Committee, according to these common criteria and on the basis of evidence provided.
Nationality: International
Study area: All
Available in the International/Domestic Scholarships Round 2 2017.
Payment type: Tuition Fee Scholarship, Fortnightly Stipend and Health Insurance
Value: Please see conditions
Value unit: Per annum
Applications open: 01/04/2017
Applications close: 31/05/2017
Tenable At: University of Western Australia
Basis of award: Academic Achievement
Commencement date: 01/07/2017
Currently available: Yes
Application status: Open