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About this scholarship

 

Each year the John Curtin School of Medical Research (JCSMR) may offer an Eccles PhD Scholarship in Medical Sciences.

The scholarship aims to attract international students of high calibre to pursue higher degree research, at JCSMR, in Neurosciences.

SUMMARY

VALUE

$ 34,000

per annum

Payments made fortnightly

Payments made for 3 years

  • Student types

    International, Prospective
  • Student levels

    Postgraduate research
  • Selection bases

    Academic merit
  • Ongoing eligibility

    Continuation based on academic performance
  • Extension duration

    6 month extension available.

Field of study

 
Medical Sciences

Eligibility

 

The award will be available to a prospective student who:

  • is an international student;
  • is enrolling full-time in a program of study for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy at the John Curtin School of Medical Research, Australian National University;
  • holds an Australian Bachelor Honours degree with First Class Honours or equivalent, and has research publications and/or relevant research experience.

Additional information

 

The scholarship will provide for an annual living expense stipend paid fortnightly in arrears, and a fee-waiver scholarship for international students.  The scholarship also provides allowances for thesis reimbursement as well as paid medical, maternity and paternity leave.

There is no separate scholarship application as students are automatically considered based on meeting the eligibility criteria or conditions prescribed under the Eligibility section.

 In order to be considered for this scholarship in the main round of scholarship offers International students are required to apply for admission by 31 August.

It is 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.

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