RTP Scholarships 2024 at the University of Adelaide. The University of Adelaide is inviting applications for the Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarships for international students. These scholarships are designed to support outstanding graduates from around the world in pursuing postgraduate research degrees. The aim is to help talented individuals advance their academic and research careers at one of Australia’s top institutions.

Application Timeline and Details

• Host Country: Australia
• Organizer: University of Adelaide
• Eligible Countries: All
• Eligible Gender: Male/Female
• Target Group: Future and Commencing Students
  Focus Area: Postgraduate Research in all faculties
• Study Level: Master’s or Doctorate (PhD)
• Application Deadline: June 16, 2024
• Result Announcement: Mid-September 2024
• Commencement of Research: Semester 1, 2025
• Funding Type: Fully Funded

Benefits

• Annual Stipend: $34,210 (2024 rate)
• Tuition Fees: Covered
• Additional Allowances: For research-related expenses
• Duration: Up to 3.5 years for a PhD and up to 2 years for a Master’s degree

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the RTP Scholarships, applicants must:

1. Enrollment: Be eligible for full-time enrollment in a Higher Degree by Research (HDR) program at the University of Adelaide.
2. International Status: Maintain ‘international student’ status throughout their enrollment.
3. Qualifications: Have completed and evidenced all qualifications by the scholarship closing date.
4. Language Proficiency: Meet the English language proficiency requirements by the closing date.
5. Existing Scholarships: Not hold a current RTP Scholarship or equivalent award from the Commonwealth Government.
6. Commencement: Be able to commence research within the specified periods.

Additional Criteria

• Previous applicants may re-apply.
• Preference is given to applicants without an equivalent research degree.
• Currently enrolled candidates may apply with consideration of prior work.
• Indigenous applicants must confirm Aboriginality or Torres Strait Islander Heritage.
• Compliance with admissions procedures may influence preference.
• Willingness to commence research studies in Semester 1, 2025.

Required Documents

• Application Form: Online application for Admission and a Scholarship
• Academic Transcripts: From previous studies
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Research Proposal
• English Language Proficiency Test Scores: If applicable
• Letters of Recommendation
• Supporting Documents: As required by the University of Adelaide

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application for ‘Admission and a Scholarship’ using the University of Adelaide’s online application form

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