Scholarship Opportunities:

Macquarie University encourages outstanding applicants who have completed qualifications equivalent to Australian First Class Honours to apply for full-time scholarships. Information on equivalence can be found at: http://www.research.mq.edu.au/students/scholarships/rating_alternative

Scholarship schemes currently available include:

*MQRES scholarships are available year round for domestic and International students. Include an APA-equivalent stipend (see below), allowances for relocation and thesis costs, international tuition fees and overseas health cover for a maximum of 3.5 years tenure.

*2009 Australian Postgraduate Award (APA) scheme for domestic students closes 31 October. Includes a stipend currently AU$20,007 p.a. tax exempt (2008), allowances for relocation and thesis costs, for a maximum of 3.0 years tenure (and a possible 6 month extension).

*2009 Endeavour International Postgraduate Scholarship (E-IPRS) for international students. Includes tuition and overseas health cover costs, for a maximum of 3.0 years tenure (and a possible 6 month extension). The University provides an APA equivalent stipend. Closes 31 August.

Application forms for candidature and scholarship are available from the Higher Degree Research Office, telephone +61-2-9850 7987, or our website: http://www.research.mq.edu.au/students/home

Completed applications should be forwarded to:

The Higher Degree Research Office
Building C5C, Level 3 East
Macquarie University NSW 2109 Australia