ACU Vice Chancellor PhD Excellence Scholarship 2026

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  About the positions ACU Vice Chancellor PhD Excellence Scholarship 2026 The Australian Catholic University (ACU) is offering fully funded Vice Chancellor PhD Excellence Scholarships to outstanding international candidates across the world who wish to pursue a higher degree by research (PhD) in Australia. This prestigious scholarship opportunity is open to high-performing students who have demonstrated exceptional academic achievement and are looking to contribute to ACU’s world-class interdisciplinary and collaborative research culture. The Vice Chancellor PhD Excellence Scholarship is awarded based on merit and aims to enable flourishing lives, thriving communities, and ethical futures through advanced research in a range of disciplines.  Scholarship Overview Scholarship type : Full tuition fee cover Stipend value : Living allowance of AUD $33,511 per year (full-time) for up to 3.5 years, paid fortnightly Other supports : Relocation allowance of up to AUD $2,000 for in...
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Flinders International Postgraduate Research Scholarship (FIPRS) 2025–2026

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Flinders International Postgraduate Research Scholarship (FIPRS) 2025–2026

Flinders University in Adelaide, Australia, offers the FIPRS to attract exceptional international students to undertake a higher degree by research (Master's or PhD). This scholarship aims to support students with outstanding academic records and research potential, providing them with the opportunity to contribute to the university's vibrant research community.

 Scholarship Overview

  • Scholarship Type: Full tuition fee coverage for international students

  • Stipend Value: Living allowance of AUD $35,010 per annum (2024 rate), tax-exempt and indexed annually

  • Other Supports: Establishment allowance of up to AUD $1,485 to assist with relocation costs and airfares for students moving to Adelaide from overseas (receipts required)

  • Health Insurance: Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the duration of the program

  • Study Level: Master's by Research or Doctorate by Research (PhD)

  • Study Course: Open to all research areas offered at Flinders University

  • Citizen Type: International students (excluding Australian and New Zealand citizens or permanent residents)

  • Number of Positions: Approximately 5 scholarships awarded annually

  • Duration: Up to 2 years for a Master's by Research degree and up to 3 years for a PhD, with the possibility of a 6-month extension for doctoral programs

  • Deadline: 18 August 2025

Eligibility Criteria 

To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must:

  • Be a citizen of any country except Australia and New Zealand, and not hold Australian permanent residency

  • Intend to commence full-time study for a higher degree by research in Australia for the first time in the year for which the award is offered

  • Intend to enroll in an area of research concentration at Flinders University

  • Satisfy all entry requirements for a higher degree by research, including English language proficiency requirements

  • Not hold an equivalent research higher degree qualification

Selection Criteria 

Selection is based on academic merit and research potential, considering factors such as:

  • Academic excellence in previous studies

  • Research training and experience, including the quality of the research proposal

  • Relevance of the proposed research to the university's areas of research concentration

  • Quality and relevance of publications (up to five, with coversheets)

  • Professional experience and achievements

  • Recommendations from academic referees

How to Apply

  1. Find a Research Supervisor: Identify and obtain agreement from an academic staff member at Flinders University to supervise your research. Email evidence of the supervisor’s agreement should be included with your application.

  2. Apply for Admission: Submit an application for admission to a higher degree by research (PhD or Master's by Research) at Flinders University via the Studylink portal: 

  3. Activate Your Account: After receiving your Flinders Student ID, activate your account to obtain your Flinders Authentication Name (FAN): 

  4. Apply for the Scholarship: Log in to the Flinders Student System using your FAN and submit your application for the International HDR Scholarship Group:

    • Select the "My Scholarship" tab

    • Click on "Create a new scholarship application"

    • Choose "2025" and select the "International RHD Scholarship Group"

  5. Prepare Supporting Documents:

    • Academic transcripts (certified copies)

    • Research proposal (approximately 500 words)

    • Curriculum Vitae (CV)

    • Up to five publications with coversheets

    • Two academic referee reports (submitted directly by referees to rhdscholarships@flinders.edu.au)

Who to Contact

For inquiries and assistance regarding the FIPRS, please contact:

Flinders University – Research Higher Degree Scholarships Office

Visit the University Website to apply and for further details on this scholarship.

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