Australian Catholic University Funded Research Higher Degree
Postgraduate Research Scholarships for Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents
Postgraduate Research Scholarships for International Students
Scholarships Eligibility and Application Process
Deadlines
Admission to Candidature
Fees
Additional Information
Master of Philosophy Preliminary Program

Australian Catholic University (ACU) Funded Research Higher Degree

ACU funds Research Higher Degree students for the maximum regulation term of study. After this time has lapsed, candidates who have not completed their research degrees will be required to pay tuition fees, as set by the University Research Committee (URC). Note: funding does not refer to coursework components of the combined Master of Psychology/Doctor of Philosophy degree. Students must pay Library fees. Some students may be eligible for RTS places. Continuation of Candidature is dependent upon the candidate adhering to Research Higher Degree Regulations and maintaining satisfactory academic progress. This is monitored twice annually with the completion of a mandatory Academic Progress Report whereby the candidate and Principal/Co-Supervisors agree on the student's progress.

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Postgraduate Research Scholarships for Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents

Applications are welcomed for the following awards:

1. ACU Postgraduate Awards (ACUPA) with stipend. This is an ACU Award based on competitive academic results from an Australian university or equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas university.
2. Australian Postgraduate Awards (APA) with stipend. This is a Commonwealth Government Award based on competitive academic results. APA applicants must hold First Class Honours (H1) or equivalent to apply from an Australian university or from a recognised overseas university.

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Postgraduate Research Scholarships for International Students

Applications are welcomed from international students for the following postgraduate award:

1. International Postgraduate Research Scholarships are awarded for research study and cover the full tuition costs only. The awards are normally for three years. Applications are open to citizens of all overseas countries (except New Zealand), who are commencing full-time research in the year following application, for a higher degree by research. Successful applicants will also receive a stipend from ACU to assist with living costs.

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Scholarships Eligibility and Application Process

Candidates apply for a Scholarship on the Scholarship Application form available from the Research Services website: www.acu.edu.au/research/ or by email to res.cand@acu.edu.au.

Applications for an APA with stipend must be Australian citizens or have permanent resident status and must have lived in Australia continuously for the 12 months prior to the closing date of applications (31 October). A student who is unable to undertake full-time postgraduate study for compelling personal reasons (excluding employment) may be eligible to be considered for a part-time APA with stipend. The compelling personal reasons must be documented at the time of application.

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Deadlines

Applications close on 31 October. Decisions regarding Postgraduate Research Scholarships are normally made at the end of each calendar year. Late or incomplete applications cannot be accepted.

Further information regarding postgraduate research scholarships may be obtained from the Research Services website: www.acu.edu.au/research/, by email to res.cand@acu.edu.au or by contacting a Research Services Office.

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Admission to Candidature

Application forms for admission are available from the Research Services website: www.acu.edu.au/research/ or by email to res.cand@acu.edu.au

Australian and New Zealand citizens, permanent residents apply directly to the relevant state ACU Research Services Office. International students apply through the International Office.

Further information regarding postgraduate research admission and scholarships may be obtained from the Research Services website: www.acu.edu.au/research/, by email to res.cand@acu.edu.au or by contacting a Research Services Office.

Telephone (+ 61 2) 9739 2588 Facsimile (+ 61 2) 9739 2870

Telephone (+ 61 7) 3623 7294 Facsimile (+ 61 7) 3623 7328

Telephone (+ 61 3) 9953 3156 Facsimile (+ 61 3) 9953 3315

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Fees

Australian and New Zealand citizens and permanent residents undertaking Research Higher Degrees, except the Master of Philosophy Preliminary Program, are provided with an Australian Catholic University Research Tuition Assistance Scholarship which is equivalent to a full fee-paying place. Some students may be eligible for RTS places.

International students who are not awarded an International Postgraduate Research Scholarship pay full international tuition fees.

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Additional Information

Candidates are admitted to undertake one of these research degrees in fields of study relevant to the areas of strength set out in the University’s Strategic Plan.
Research degree students are accepted and enrolled in a Faculty of the University and may also be associated with a Research Centre.

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Master of Philosophy Preliminary Program

This program, which is currently under review, is intended for applicants who wish to study at master’s level but do not meet the entry requirements. There is no degree awarded for this preliminary program, which is available at all campuses, either full-time or part-time, for a maximum of 2 semesters (FT) or 4 semesters (PT).

It is expected that applicants will already hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent and have completed studies relevant to their field of interest.

International applicants are not eligible for entry to this program.

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