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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Research Scholarships
These scholarships include a living stipend to support you as you complete a research project for your Doctor of Philosophy, Master of Philosophy or research-focused professional doctorate at UQ.
Scholarship details
Application dates
How to apply
Externally managed. Apply at https://scholarships.uq.edu.au/scholarship/aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-research-scholarships
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This scholarship is for:
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicantsAreas of study:
- Any Area of Study
At Institution:
- University of Queensland
Study level:
- Postgraduate research
Study Load:
- Full Time
- Part Time
Location:
- QLD
Eligibility Criteria
You’re eligible for this scholarships if you’re:
an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person;
studying full-time and onshore in Australia;
nominated by an enrolling school or institute at UQ;
assessed by the Graduate School as meeting all conditions for admission to the higher degree by research program
You must NOT:
hold a qualification at the same or a higher level than the higher degree research program you are undertaking;
be receiving a living allowance award, or scholarship providing a benefit greater than 75% of the RTP Scholarship living allowance rate to undertake the higher degree by research program;
be receiving a Commonwealth-funded tuition fee scholarship.
How to Apply
Before you submit your application:
prepare your documentation and
contact the HDR Liaison Officer in your proposed school or institute with any questions you may have.
WHEN you apply, please ensure that under the scholarships and collaborative study section you –
include a Confirmation of your Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Status,
Select “my higher degree is not collaborative”
Select “I am applying for, or have been awarded a scholarship or sponsorship”
Select the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander scholarship type