Australian Government Research Training Program Scholarship (Flinders University)

• Flinders University is a public university in South Australia that focuses on innovation, research, and student-centered learning. It is also well known for strong research in innovative teaching methods and health and medical sciences.

scholarship Overview

• The Australian Government Research Training Program Scholarship (AGRTPS) was set up to support international students who desire to undertake a Higher Degree by research at Flinders University. 

Host School(s)

• Flinders University, Australia

Fields of Study

• Any higher degree by research offered at the university. 

What does the scholarship cover?

• Tuition Fees for up to 4 years
• Overseas Student Health Cover
• Stipend for general living costs
• Allowances related to the cost of the higher degree by research

How many scholarships are given?

• 6 scholarships are available each year

Which countries are targeted?

Am I Eligible to Apply?

To qualify for this scholarship, you must:

• be a citizen of any overseas country except New Zealand and Australia (citizenship or permanent residency);
• be intending to commence full-time study for a higher degree by research in Australia for the first time, in the year for which the award is to be offered;
• be intending to enroll in an area of research concentration based on the areas in which the University has particular strength and has concentrated its research resources;  
• satisfy all entry requirements for a higher degree by research, including the English proficiency levels in accordance with the English Language Proficiency Requirements for HDR Candidature at the time of application.  

How Do I Apply – Next Steps

• Applications are submitted via the student information system available on the Flinders University website.
• You are first required to apply for admission to a Higher Degree by research. If you already have a valid offer for admission, you do not need to apply again. 
• Application for admission is done via Studylink (more details are on the scholarship website below). 
• Once you have completed the university admission process, you can apply for the AGRTPS Scholarship. 

Closing Date

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