The Queensland University of Technology is inviting applications for QUT South American Scholarships for future PhD research students for the academic year 2020/21.

This educational award is open for high achieving aspirants who want to the PhD degree at the university. The main purpose of this program is to provide financial support to needy students.

The Queensland University of Technology campuses offers high-quality learning, teaching and research spaces to better meet the needs of students, academics, and researchers. This is a highly successful Australian university with an applied emphasis in courses and research. While they are based in Brisbane, Queensland, they have a global outlook.

Brief Description

• Applications Deadline: January 31, 2020
• Course Level: PhD research programme.
• Study Subject: Scholarships are awarded in all study areas.
• Scholarship Award: AUD 30,000
• Nationality: International
• Number of Scholarships: Not given
• Scholarship can be taken in Australia

Eligibility 

• Eligible Countries: Students from Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Peru, Ecuador, Paraguay, and Uruguay are eligible to apply for this scholarship.
• Acceptable Course or Subjects: PhD degree program will be awarded in any subject
• Admissible Criteria: Applicants must meet the following criteria You must be able to commence studies in 2020.

Preference will be given to applications that demonstrate clear alignment with QUT’s research priorities. As part of your application process, you should discuss your proposed research topic with a potential supervisor to ensure alignment of your research topic with one of our research priorities.

Application Procedure

• How to Apply: When you apply to study a PhD with QUT, as part of your application ensure you mention this scholarship. Also, email your expression of interest in this scholarship directly to Sue Watson.
• Supporting Documents: To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the previous transcripts at the university.
• Admission Requirements: For admission, applicants must have a masters degree.
• English Language Requirements: To assess the English language proficiency, the university accepts results from the following tests: IELTS (Academic); TOEFL iBT (Internet-based); Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic); Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE); Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE).

Benefits:

The winner will receive the following expenses:

1. Full research tuition fees scholarship for 3 years with possible extension to 3.5 years
2. Stipend valued at a minimum of AUD 30,000 pa for 3 years with possible extension to 3.5 years
3. Contribution to removal costs to Australia
4. Health insurance.

Scholarship Link