Coventry University and Deakin University are offering a Cotutelle PhD scholarship in international education. Benefits include a stipend, tuition fee waivers, and travel assistance.
Established in 1974, Deakin University is one of Victoria’s youngest and most dynamic universities, located just outside Melbourne in Burwood. It offers a diverse range of over 276 courses, including undergraduate and postgraduate programs, and is known for its strong emphasis on innovative teaching and research. With a student population exceeding 60,000 from over 130 countries, Deakin fosters an inclusive and globally connected educational environment.
Application Deadline: 15 January 2025
Brief Description
- University or Organization: Coventry University (UK) and Deakin University (Australia)
- Department: School of Education (Deakin) and Centre for Global Learning (Coventry)
- Course Level: PhD
- Award: Stipend of £15,000 per annum, tuition fee waiver, travel support, student visa, and health insurance
- Access Mode: Online
- Number of Awards: 1
- Nationality: International students
- The award can be taken in: the United Kingdom and Australia
Eligibility
- Eligible Countries: Open to all international students
- Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded for a PhD project focusing on international university alliances and international education in a changing geopolitical context.
- Admissible Criteria:
- Applicants must meet the PhD entry requirements of both Deakin University and Coventry University, including English language proficiency (IELTS overall minimum score of 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in each component).
- Applicants must hold a Master’s degree in a relevant subject area.
- Applicants must enroll full-time.
- Applicants must be able to physically relocate to both Coventry University (UK) and Deakin University (Australia) during their studies.
How to Apply
- Interested applicants should contact Prof Ly Tran to discuss the project.
- Upon a successful discussion, applicants will be invited by Deakin University to submit a formal HDR application.
- Additionally, a separate PhD application must be submitted to Coventry University via their application page.
- If successful, you will be invited by Deakin University to lodge a formal HDR application to Deakin.
- The successful applicant will also be required to lodge a separate PhD application to Coventry University via the Coventry University application page.
Benefits
- Stipend of £15,000 per annum for 3.5 years.
- Full tuition fee waiver at both universities.
- Travel support package, including one return economy airfare to Deakin University for the residency period in Australia.
- Coverage of student visa and health insurance costs for the residency period at Deakin University.
