ECU Graduate Research School

PhD & Master by Research Scholarships for International Students -
Endeavour International Postgraduate Research Scholarships (EIPRS) and ECU International Postgraduate Research Scholarships (ECU-IPRS)

Applications Closed for 2010
Closing Date: 31 August for semester 1, 2011.(No late applications will be accepted)

International scholarships at ECU are restricted only to those applicants wishing to study either a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or Master by Research and commencing their studies. ECU does not currently offer scholarships for international students at postgraduate coursework level or those currently enrolled.

Description:

The EIPRS scheme is both prestigious and highly competitive. In 2009 three EIPRS scholarships and four ECU-IPRS were offered for tenure at Edith Cowan University. The scholarships provide the recipient with tuition fee and health care cover for the duration of their research program. In addition, each successful EIPRS recipient will be offered an ECU International Stipend (ECUIS) to meet living costs for the same period. The ECUIS is currently worth AUD$25,000 per year (tax free).

Eligibility:

To be eligible for either scholarship applicants MUST meet English entry requirements for the course applying for and be a commencing student (not enrolled at the time of applying).
Endeavour International Postgraduate Research Scholarship (EIPRS) applicants must have an outstanding academic record and a significant publication record. Successful applicants normally have academic qualifications that are equivalent to either an Australian Bachelor degree with First Class Honours or an Australian Master degree by research. Applications from students with lesser qualifications will not be considered. Qualifications gained outside of Australia may be assessed by Australian Education International to determine how they compare to an Australian qualification.
ECU International Postgraduate Research Scholarships (ECU-IPRS) are only open to PhD or Master by Research applicants applying for study in ECU's area of research strength and have an outstanding academic record and publication record.

Tenure:

These awards enable postgraduate students of exceptional research promise to study at ECU for a period of two years for a Masters by Research and three years for a Doctor of Philosophy.

How to Apply:

Information and instructions for an EIPRS and ECU-IPRS application.

Course Admission Information:

EIPRS and ECU-IPRS applicants must also apply for course admission to their chosen course (PhD or Master by Research) through ECU International (email: international@ecu.edu.au). Course applications should be made at the time of the scholarship application or in advance. ECU-IPRS scholarships can only be offered to applicants who have already received an unconditional offer of placement.

Please note that course admission and scholarship applications are lodged with different offices and require different documentation and processes.

For information on study and available courses, admission requirements and in order to obtain an application package please contact ECU International at international@ecu.edu.au or visit their web site: ECU International

Resources:
	Academic Referee Report Form (Scholarships) - [.doc \| 88.5 kb]
	Endeavour Programme - scholarships for international students (http://www.endeavour.deewr.gov.au/summary_awards/) The Endeavour Programme is an internationally competitive, merit-based scholarship programme by the Australian Government. The programme brings leading researchers, executives and students to Australia to undertake short or long term study, research and professional development in a broad range of disciplines and enables Australians to do the same abroad. The Postgraduate Awards for international students (up to $173,500 including tuition, monthly stipend, travel allowance, and establishment allowance. Health and travel insurance are also provided). The scholarship is up to 3 years, depending on the qualification being undertaken. Application close 31 July 2009 for postgraduate awards students must be living overseas at the time of applying.