How to Successfully Contact a Potential Master/PhD Supervisor

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...

JCU International Excellence Scholarship


James Cook University International Excellence Scholarship 

About the Position

The International Excellence Scholarship offers a 25% tuition fee reduction to high-achieving international students commencing their studies at James Cook University (JCU) for the first time. This scholarship provides an opportunity for students to focus on their studies without worrying about the financial burden of tuition fees.

Scholarship Overview

  • Scholarship Stipend Value: 25% tuition fee reduction
  • Degree Program: Full-time undergraduate or postgraduate programs (excluding certain programs)
  • Available in: James Cook University (JCU)
  • Host: James Cook University (JCU)
  • Citizen type: International students
  • Award Duration: Entire duration of the approved full degree study program
  • Application Periods: Ongoing

Eligibility Criteria

  • Be an international student commencing study at JCU for the first time
  • Be a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate student
  • Not be enrolling in certain programs (Diplomas, End-on Honours degrees, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, Bachelor of Dental Surgery, Graduate Certificates, Graduate Diplomas, online and non-award programs)
  • Not be enrolling via a JCU partnership
  • Meet the required academic achievement (ATAR of 65 or equivalent for undergraduate students, 65% or above achievement for postgraduate students)

Benefits

  • 25% tuition fee reduction throughout the entire duration of the approved full degree study program
  • Ability to focus on studies without financial stress
  • Opportunity to achieve academic excellence
  • Reduced tuition fee for the duration of the program

How to Apply

  • No separate application required
  • Eligible candidates will receive an offer for their program of study and the International Excellence Scholarship concurrently
  • Apply for your program through the JCU online application portal
  • Visit the JCU website for more information and to apply

Scholarship Rules

  • Scholarship rules apply and will be provided to candidates at the time of offer
  • Important details to note:
  • The scholarship is only available to new students commencing their studies at JCU for the first time
  • The scholarship is not available to students enrolling in certain programs (listed above)
  • The scholarship is not available to students enrolling via a JCU partnership
  • The scholarship is only available to international students
  • The scholarship will be awarded to eligible students automatically, no separate application is required

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