How to Successfully Contact a Potential Master/PhD Supervisor

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An Ultimate Student Guide to Study Abroad : How to Contact Potential Supervisors Successfully, Sample Cold Emails and Guides O nce you have decided to take that bold step to further into the academic world, searching for Higher Degree by Research(HDR) studentship positions (PhD, Masters) around the world, the first thing to do is to identify a Potential Supervisor, someone who is ready to hold your hands and guide you towards that academic independence. It is necessary to contact prospective supervisors to discuss the suitability of your research interests in relation to theirs. Like I said before, in almost all Australian Universities(including most other Universities abroad), there is a need to get approval from a potential supervisor in research degree programs ready to supervise you before lodging an application for that prog...
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Swinburne University Postgraduate Research Award(SUPRA)

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Swinburne University Postgraduate Research Award (SUPRA)

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Swinburne University Postgraduate Research Award (SUPRA) 2025

The Swinburne University Postgraduate Research Award (SUPRA) is a prestigious scholarship program designed to support outstanding research students in pursuing a doctoral degree at Swinburne University of Technology. This scholarship is available to both domestic and international students who demonstrate exceptional research potential. The SUPRA aims to assist scholars with living expenses while covering tuition fees, making Swinburne an attractive destination for research excellence.

Scholarship Overview

  • Scholarship type: Full tuition fee cover

  • Stipend value: Living allowance of $34,700 per year (indexed for 2025) for up to three years, with a possible six-month extension.

  • Other supports:

    • Thesis allowance

    • Relocation allowance

    • Paid leave of absence

  • Study Level: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Professional Doctorate

  • Study Course: Open to all study areas

  • Citizen type: Domestic and international students

  • Number of positions: Limited

  • Duration: Up to four years (including a tuition fee scholarship)

  • Application Opens: 31 March 2025

  • Deadline: Not specified

Eligibility Criteria 

To be eligible for the SUPRA scholarship, applicants must:

  • Be a future or current student enrolled in or applying for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or Professional Doctorate at Swinburne University.

  • Meet the university’s academic and research entry requirements.

  • Demonstrate exceptional research potential.

  • Fulfill any additional eligibility requirements outlined on the Swinburne Research Stipend Scholarship webpage.

Eligible Countries: All nationalities are eligible for this scholarship.
Eligible Courses or Study Programs: Any PhD or Professional Doctorate course at Swinburne University of Technology.

Selection Criteria 

The selection process is competitive and based on the following factors:

  • Academic performance in prior study programs (e.g., grades, rankings, awards)

  • Research potential and experience

  • Alignment of the chosen program with previous academic and professional background

  • Demonstrated research skills (e.g., publications, conference presentations, research projects)

  • Recommendations from academic referees

How to Apply

Applicants must follow the guidelines provided on the Swinburne Research Stipend Scholarship webpage. The application process typically involves:

  1. Checking eligibility requirements and ensuring compliance.

  2. Submitting an online application through Swinburne’s official portal.

  3. Providing supporting documents, including academic transcripts, a research proposal, a CV, and reference letters.

  4. Awaiting the selection outcome from the Graduate Research Office.

Who to Contact 

Graduate Research Office
Email: HDRscholarships@swin.edu.au
For further inquiries, visit the Swinburne Research Stipend Scholarship webpage.


Visit the University Website to learn more about this scholarship and submit an application. 

(Also apply for University of Canberra Scholarships 2025-2026

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