Asia Institute PhD funding for Domestic & International Students in Australia

  •  PhD
  •  17-Mar-2020
  •   Australia
  • $$  Up to $30,600

Do you want to advance your research career in Australia?  If so, the University of Melbourne is seeking for PhD students to apply for the Asia Institute PhD program.

The study program is accessible for deserving applicants from any country who wish to undertake a PhD degree coursework at the university for the academic year 2020/21.

The University of Melbourne is the second oldest research university based in Australia, that was founded in 1853. It has various programs that include public events, workshops, feeder programmes and connection to the entrepreneurs on-stage

Why at the University of Melbourne? This university offers modern facilities, advanced curriculums, and specialist funds for research and development. There are better job opportunities for students after completing the study.

The University of Melbourne Information

The University of Melbourne Grants

Asia Institute PhD funding for Domestic & International Students in Australia Established in 1853, The University of Melbourne is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Melbourne (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Victoria. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Department of Education and Training, Australia, The University of Melbourne (UNIMELB) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: over-45,000 students) coeducational higher education institution. The University of Melbourne (UNIMELB) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 166 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 70-80% making this Australian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.

Offered Benefits

The university will provide all the following expenses:

  • A living allowance of approximately $30,600 per annum for full-time students (pro-rata for part-time students) paid as a stipend. The living allowance may be indexed annually and includes limited paid sick, maternity and parenting leave
  • awarded for three years, with an option to apply for a six-month extension after three years
  • relocation grant of $2000 for students moving from States or Territories other than Victoria or $3000 for students moving from outside Australia
  • Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) Single Membership for international students who require a student visa to study in Australia

Application Process

  • How to Apply: In order to apply for the grant, applicants need to take a PhD degree program at the university. No application is required. PhD candidates will be automatically considered for these endowments.
  • Supporting Documents: CV, research proposal no more than 2,000 words and Writing Sample and copy of diploma must be submitted.
  • Admission Requirements: For admission, candidates must have a master’s degree from any recognized university.
  • Language Requirement: Applicants must have to accomplish the English language requirements of the university.
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