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Flinders University International Postgraduate Research Scholarship

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Scholarship Overview

  • The Flinders International Research Scholarship (FIPRS) supports international students by covering international tuition fees and providing a stipend.
  • This scholarship is awarded to candidates who demonstrate outstanding aptitude for independent research, academic merit, academic research training, and research indicators and performance.

Host School(s)

  • Flinders University in Adelaide, Australia

Field(s) of Study

  • Research higher degrees at Flinders University

What does the scholarship cover?

  • International student tuition fees
  • A stipend of $33,000 per annum (2023 rate), that is tax-exempt and indexed annually.
  • An establishment allowance for students moving to Adelaide from overseas of up to $1,485 to assist with relocation costs and airfares, provided receipts can be produced by the student.

How many scholarships are given?

  • 5 scholarships were given in 2022.

Which countries are targeted?

  • International students

Am I Eligible to Apply?

To qualify for this scholarship, you should:

  • Be a citizen of an overseas country apart from New Zealand.
  • Not hold Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship, or Australian permanent resident status.
  • Be intending to commence full-time study for a higher degree by research in Australia in the year for which the award is to be offered.
  • Be a first-time student at Flinders University.
  • Be intending to enroll in an area of research concentration (areas where the University has concentrated its research resources, has a particular strength, and has attracted external funding.
  • Satisfy all entry requirements for a higher degree by research.
  • Meet the English proficiency language requirements for a higher degree.
  • Not be receiving income from another source to support your general living costs while undertaking your course of study.
  • Not have previously received a FIPRS for a research doctorate degree.
  • Not be on paid study leave.

How do I Apply – Next Steps

  • First, apply for admission to a Higher Degree by research via Studylink, where all the details you need about international admission are available. (This step is not necessary if you already have a valid offer.)
  • After you complete your registration for admission on the Flinders University website, you will receive a Flinders Authentication Name (FAN), after which you can submit your application for the International RHD scholarship group.

Selection Criteria

  • Academic merit
  • Research Potential

Required Documents

  • Publications
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Research Proposal
  • Academic Referee Reports
  • Curriculum Vitae

Closing Date:

  • August 4, 2023

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