Applications are open to ambitious international students to join the National Research and Innovation Agency of Uruguay & Macquarie Co-Funded International Scholarship Program at Macquarie University.

The main motive of this educational award is to provide an excellent funding opportunity to all eligible students who are intending to enrol in a PhD or Master of Research degree program at the university.

Founded in 1964, Macquarie University is a public research university that produces research, and learning and teaching innovations that are world-class. There are a wide range of scholarships for students from all backgrounds.

Why study at Macquarie University? The university has various flexible options for students according to their needs and interests. It also provides the best teaching and academic facilities for its candidates. This gives students time and options to explore their interests.

Application Deadline: March 17, 2021

Brief Description

• University: Macquarie University
• Department: NA
• Course Level: Master of Research (MRes) or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Award: Varies
• Access Mode: Online
• Number of Awards: 5
• Nationality: International
• The award can be taken in Australia

Eligibility            

• Eligible Countries: Overseas participants are eligible.
• Acceptable Course or Subjects: Pursuing a PhD degree program in specific research disciplines such as Geosciences, Energy, including Renewable Energy, Animal and Human Health (include Pharmaceutical), Environmental Science, Biological Sciences and Biodiversity, Climate Science, Marine Science, Information and Communications Technology (ICT), Audio-visual Production, Education and Social Development, Biotechnology, Nanotechnology, Engineering, Advanced Medicine, Cognitive Science, Transport and Logistics and other areas defined by the Parties
• Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, the applicants must meet all the following criteria:
• Completion of a Master of Research (MRes) with a grade of at least a Distinction level (75% or greater in the second year; or
• A Master of Philosophy; or
• A two-year Masters degree with a major research component at Distinction level (75% or greater).

How to Apply

• How to Apply: New applicants will need to apply to Macquarie University for admission. Thereafter, they should complete the application form through the online portal.
• Supporting Documents: The applicants have to submit a complete research proposal, degree transcripts, language ability proof, and curriculum vitae.
• Admission Requirements: Minimum overall GPA of 4.38 on a 7 point scale and GPA of 5.25 at 300 level
• Language Requirement: If English is not your first language then you will need to show that your English language skills are at a high enough level to succeed in your studies.

Benefits

For a Master of Research program, the Co-Funded Scholarship will provide funding for:

• Return Airfare between Uruguay and Australia
• Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
• Full Tuition fees for up to 2 years
• Scholarship payments valued at $20,000 for the 1st year of the Master of Research Program to assist in living costs.
• A stipend paid at the Research Training Program (RTP) Rate (2020 Rate $28,092) in the 2nd year of the Master of Research Program

For a PhD program, the Co-Funded Scholarship will provide funding for:

• Return Airfare between Uruguay and Australia
• Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
• Full Tuition fees for up to 3 years
• A stipend paid at the Research Training Program (RTP) Rate (2020 Rate $28,092) for up to 3 years

A 50% tuition fee scholarship will also be offered to these students for programs offered by the Macquarie University English Language Centre

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