Australia Awards Scholarships 2024 and the application procedure

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PhD research scholarship opportunities: Edith Cowan University

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About   the ECU Higher Degree by Research Scholarship opportunity

Edith Cowan University (ECU) is famous for its innovative and practical courses that stretch across diverse fields of studies including  its vibrant research culture. The University is also famous for its alternative entry pathways to higher education. This and other reasons make ECU famous among international students intending to study in Australia.

The ECU Higher Degree by Research Scholarship is a scholarship award program administer by the Edith Cowan University to support outstanding and high achieving international students intending to undertake research in this institute. The scholarships for international students comes with not only a full tuition support but  equally with other financial benefits

Scholarship Value and details

  • Scholarship cover type : Full tuition fee support
  • Living cost support : a stipend of $28,600 per annum paid fortnightly
  • Health supports : Overseas Student Heath Cover support
  • Study level : PhD by research/Integrated PhD
  • Application Deadline : application closes 25-06-2021
  • Scholarship duration: up to 3 years full-time

Also check this Full funded master-PhD scholarships for international students to undertake research at Tasmania University (TGR scholarships)

Who can apply for the ECU Higher Degree by Research Scholarship

This scholarship has specific targets :

This scholarship is open to individuals who are prospective and current ECU students.

In order to apply for this scholarship you must have a PhD or Integrated PhD course offer. 

What are the eligibility criteria for ECU Higher Degree by Research Scholarship

Like any other scholarships, there are requirements that applicants must meet to be eligible for this scholarships. To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants are expected to meet  all the minimum entry requirements :

  1. Have been made an unconditional offer of place in an ECU higher degree by PhD or Integrated PhD research course*
  2. Be able to commence your studies on-campus by 1 October 2021.

See a guide here on how to apply for a research degree scholarship and admissions

Equally check this scholarship application tips ; how to be successful with scholarship applications to study in Australia

Special conditions attached to this scholarship

Applicants are not eligible to apply for the ECU Higher Degree by Research Scholarship  if any of the below apply:

  • Applicant has completed an Australian Research Doctorate Degree or equivalent.
  • Applicant has been in receipt of an Australian Agency for International Development (AusAID) or an Australia Award scholarship within the last two years.
  • If applicant has commenced in the Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated) J42 after Semester 1, 2021
  • If applicant is in receipt of a stipend scholarship income that is greater than 75% of the base stipend rate

How to apply for ECU Higher Degree by Research Scholarship

The whole application process is done online. To apply for this scholarship, applicants are expected to lodge  their application online via ECU Online Scholarship Application Portal and follow prompts. Access to this  portal  is only available during the application period. ie from the opening date to the closing date for this scholarship. After the closing date, you can't no longer access this portal. The closing date for this scholarship application is 25-06-2021

Also check this compilation of top full funded Masters scholarships for international students to study in Australia 2021 2022. There is an available application guide included in the post on how to apply for this scholarship,

Who to contact for information on this scholarship

For any inquiry regarding ECU Higher Degree by Research Scholarship, applicants should direct all queries to :


Little Guide :some  essential  tips for successful scholarship application for research degrees

    Applying for a research degree scholarship is a whole process and you must know these processes to be successful. You must know what it takes to be successful so that you don't keep on wasting your time.  Below is how the process goes and what you must consider to be successful :

    • Once you have identified your study interest the next thing to do is to check the requirements and see that you meet them before starting your application. By now you should already know about some standard requirements for research degree programs abroad.
    • If you meet the requirements, the very next thing will be to Contact potential supervisors to discuss your study interest and see that you get their approval. See how. Without this in some Universities, your application won't even be considered
    • The next step is to prepare a captivating research proposalSee how. This is extremely important also. This is being done to see your research potentials and skills. If you are the right candidate for that position
    • Then at same time, Finding  referees as you will need recommendation letters. Referees are hard to get, contact them ahead of time and don't stop reminding them until the D-day 
    • Once every thing is ready, before you submit your application, ask your friends or colleagues to help review your application supporting documents such as statement of purpose, research proposals etc.. When all is done, go ahead and submit your application

    Apart from meeting the requirements, 3 major Keys for  you to be successful with your application will include : 

    1. Approval from a prospective supervisor, 
    2. your research proposal and research potentials, 
    3. your recommendation letters and additionally previous experiences.
     You can find details here on how to apply for scholarships and admissions : a research degree applicant guide

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