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About this scholarship

 

Each year, the University offers a Re-entry Scholarships for graduates who wish to resume academic studies after a break of at least three years since formal enrolment in a university program, the break normally being due to fulfilment of family obligations.

SUMMARY

VALUE

$ 34,000

per annum

1 on offer

Payments made fortnightly

Payments made for 3.5 years

  • Student types

    Domestic, Prospective
  • Student levels

    Postgraduate research
  • Number of scholarships awarded

    1 on offer
  • Selection bases

    Academic merit
  • Ongoing eligibility

    Continuation based on academic performance
  • Extension duration

    6 month extension available.

Eligibility

 
  • Resuming academic studies after a break of at least three years since formal enrolment in a university program - the break normally being due to fulfilment of family obligations
  • Bachelors degree with at least upper second-class honours, or a Masters degree with a research component or equivalent
  • Australian and New Zealand citizens; Permanent residents of Australia

Additional information

 
  • Travel and removal allowances for students relocating to Canberra to commence their research program 
  • Thesis allowance
  • Paid medical, maternity and paternity leave

Applicants are required to apply for admission prior to applying for this scholarship.

Applicants are required to submit a statement by 18 November setting out their case for award of the scholarship and indicating their circumstances in regards to the reasons behind taking a break from their studies. Applications should be emailed to hdr.candidature@anu.edu.au with ANU Re-Entry PhD Scholarship in the email title.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to make contact with the relevant Graduate Studies Convener or a prospective supervisor, prior to lodging an application for admission, to discuss the proposed research topic and related matters.

Contact us:

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