Overview
Each year the Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics (RSAA) may offer one award known as the Kenneth Freeman PhD Scholarship Award.
Field of study
Astronomy and Astrophysics
Eligibility
The Award will be available each year to a prospective or continuing domestic or international student who:
- is enrolled or enrolling full-time in a program of study for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Astronomy and Astrophysics, based in the Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics in the ANU College of Science; and
- has demonstrated First class honours (H1), or demonstrated equivalent requirements.
Benefits
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Paid leave entitlements:
- 20 working days recreation leave
- 10 working days medical leave
- 60 working days additional medical leave
- 60 working days parental leave
- 5 days partner parental leave
- Dependent Child Allowance for international student ($3,000/annum/child- max $9000)
- Relocation reimbursement (capped at $1000 for domestic student, $2500 for international student)
- Thesis Allowance of up to $500
How to apply
No application is required as all eligible candidates who have indicated their interest will be automatically considered.
Further information
Phone 02 6125 0221, email rsaa.sa@anu.edu.au
Value
$34,000 per annum
2022 Value equivalent to AGRTP Stipend Scholarship, award indexed each year
1 on offer
Payments made fortnightly
Payments made for 3.5 years
Type
Reference document
Use contact details to request an alternative file format or conditions of award for past years not listed.
Ongoing eligibility
Continuation based on academic performance
6 month extension available.
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