Flinders International Postgraduate Research Scholarships (FIPRS)
INTRODUCTION
Brief description:
Flinders International Postgraduate Research Scholarships (FIPRS) are awarded to suitably qualified applicants to pursue a full-time research higher degree at Flinders University - up to two years for a Research Masters degree and up to three years for a Research Doctorate degree.
Host Institution(s):
Flinders University, Australia
Field(s) of study:
Eligible fields of research offered at Flinders University
Target group:
Citizens of any overseas country except New Zealand
Scholarship value/inclusions:
The FIPRS pays the international student tuition fees charged by Flinders University for a research higher degree. In addition, Flinders University provides the recipient with a generous living allowance paid at the rate of $25,395 per annum.
An FIPRS student who moves to Adelaide from overseas is eligible for an establishment allowance (after arrival at Flinders) of up to $1,485 to assist with relocation costs and airfares, provided receipts can be produced by the student.
COURSE AND ELIGIBILITY
Eligibility:
Applicants must be a citizen of any overseas country, except New Zealand, and, satisfy the Universitys academic entry requirements for a Masters degree by research or Doctorate by research, including the English proficiency levels set by Flinders University for international students.
Students for whom English is a foreign language will need to provide evidence of their English language competence. Applicants must not hold an equivalent research higher degree qualification. Applications are normally only open to students commencing a research higher degree in Australia for the first time.
Please see the conditions of award for full eligibility criteria.
CAREER PROSPECTS
Application instructions:
The closing date for applications is 15 August 2014. It is important to read the Application Guidelines and visit the official website (link found below) to access the application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
PAY PACKAGE
Website:
Official Scholarship Website: http://www.flinders.edu.au/scholarships-system/index.cfm/scholarships/display/a731e2