Research Scholarships 2025 by Edith Cowan University
Edith Cowan University (ECU) is now inviting applications for its prestigious Higher Degree by Research (HDR) Scholarships for the 2024-2025 academic year. These scholarships are designed to support postgraduate students of outstanding research promise who are undertaking a higher degree by research at ECU. By providing comprehensive financial assistance, these scholarships aim to foster innovative research and academic excellence.
Benefits of the ECU Higher Degree by Research Scholarships
The ECU Higher Degree by Research Scholarships offer a robust package of benefits that ensures scholars can focus on their research without financial constraints. The key benefits include:
- Tuition Fee Sponsorship: The scholarships cover the full tuition fees for the duration of the research program, allowing scholars to pursue their studies without the burden of educational costs.
- Generous Stipend: A stipend of $35,000 per annum is provided, paid fortnightly via electronic funds transfer. This stipend is designed to cover living expenses, ensuring that students can dedicate themselves fully to their research.
- Relocation Allowance: For domestic students, a relocation allowance is available (where applicable), helping to ease the transition to ECU.
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) Reimbursement: International students are eligible for partial reimbursement of their OSHC, making the transition to studying in Australia smoother and more affordable.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the ECU Higher Degree by Research Scholarships, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Course Offer: Applicants must have been offered a place in an ECU Higher Degree by PhD, Integrated PhD research course, or Master by Research*. Those who have submitted course admission applications prior to the scholarship closing date but have not yet been assessed or approved will still be considered. However, they will receive only a conditional scholarship offer if successful.
- Research Commencement:
- For PhD candidates: Commencement must be by 9th May 2025.
- For Master by Research candidates: Commencement must be by Semester 1, 2025.
- Supervisor Endorsement: Applicants must have the endorsement of a principal supervisor for their proposed research project.
Applicants are not eligible if any of the following conditions apply:
- Previous Scholarships: Receipt of an Australian Agency for International Development (AusAID) or an Australia Award scholarship within the last two years.
- Supervisor Endorsement: Lack of principal supervisor endorsement for the proposed research project.
- Commencement Dates: PhD candidates commencing after 9th May 2025 or Master by Research candidates commencing after Semester 1, 2025.
- Income Limits: Receipt of an income that exceeds 75% of the 2025 ECU RTP base stipend rate ($35,000) for purposes other than supporting general living costs related to the research project or HDR course.
Application Instructions
The application process for the ECU Higher Degree by Research Scholarships will open on 4th September 2024 and close on 18th October 2024. Prospective applicants should take the following steps to prepare their application:
- Secure Admission: Ensure that you have received an offer of admission to an ECU Higher Degree by PhD, Integrated PhD research course, or Master by Research.
- Obtain Supervisor Endorsement: Work with a principal supervisor to secure their endorsement for your proposed research project.
- Prepare Application Materials: Gather all necessary documentation, including proof of admission, supervisor endorsement, and any additional materials specified in the scholarship application guidelines.
- Submit Application: https://www.ecu.edu.au/scholarships/details/ecu-hdr-scholarship
Application Deadline: October 10, 2024.
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