ANU offers a variety of scholarships to eligible students studying a research degree program. Scholarships are provided to assist students with the cost of their studies.
Domestic students are enrolled into research programs under the Australian Government Research Training Program (AGRTP) Fee Offset Scholarship. Under the AGRTP, the Australian Government pays 100% of domestic research students' tuition fees.
Scholarships differ in value and may be offered to cover some or all of the costs associated with tuition, accommodation, materials, relocation, cost of living and other expenses.
The Conditions of Award for each scholarship stipulates what the scholarship may be used for.
Two of the most sought after scholarships available are the Australian Government Research Training Program (AGRTP) Stipend Scholarship for domestic research students, and the Australian Government Research Training Program (AGRTP) International Fee Offset Scholarship for international research students.
Different scholarships are available depending on whether you are a domestic or international student.
Scholarships available to domestic research students
The Mathematical Sciences Institute also offers supplementary scholarships to attract talented Australian and New Zealand students of high calibre to pursue postgraduate research within the MSI. The scholarship provides for payment of a supplementary stipend to an outstanding holder of an AGRTP or similar stipend scholarship for the duration of that scholarship. The value of this scholarship is $5,000 per annum.
The maximum duration of this scholarship is three years full-time, with a possible six month extension.
Eligibility: Candidates who have completed a four year undergraduate degree or equivalent at H1 level and who wish to undertake a PhD at the School, are eligible. Domestic students include Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents, and New Zealand citizens.
It is not necessary to complete a separate application form as all eligible candidates will be considered.
Scholarships available to international research students
International applicants are also encouraged to explore the Endeavour Awards offered by the Australian Government. Closing date for applications is usually 30 June each year.
Yes, unless you are a citizen or permanent resident of Australia or a citizen of New Zealand. International students can be considered for a HDR Fee Remission Merit Scholarship – where Tuition fees will be waived. This will be considered automatically and does not require additional paperwork.
Prospective international students need to provide: (i) CV, (ii) academic transcript (colour scans), (iii) TOEFL or IELTS scores, (iv) 3 references of academics, (v) research proposal / project description by ANU supervisor. Once your application has been accepted you will receive a letter of offer for admission – once all conditions have been met (e.g. proof of health cover) and you have signed the paperwork, the ANU will provide an electronic certificate of enrolment (eCOE). You need the eCOE to apply to the Department of Immigration for a student visa.
Yes, International Students need to pay Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) in advance for 52 months as part of the visa requirements. You can either arrange your own OSHC, or ask the ANU to arrange it for you. Details will be outlined in your letter of offer for admission. The cost of OSHC for 2017 from the ANU preferred provider (Allianz) is $3,240 for single cover.
For any questions about undertaking a PhD within the Mathematical Sciences Institute, applying for admission and/or scholarships, or general questions about Canberra – please contact our friendly MSI HDR Student Administrator at msi.hdr.sa@anu.edu.au.