Monday 22 June 2015


Melbourne International Research Scholarships (MIRS) in Australia, 2015-2016



The Melbourne International Research Scholarships (MIRS) are awarded to international students who wish to undertake graduate research degree studies (e.g. master’s by research, PhD or other research doctorate) at the University of Melbourne. The University awards over 150 scholarships per year. The duration of the MIRS is up to two years for student undertaking a master by research degree and up to three years, with a possible six month extension, for students undertaking a doctorate by research degree. The application deadline is 31 October 2015 (Round 1).
Study Subject(s): Scholarships are awarded to study any of the course offered by the University of Melbourne.
Course Level: Scholarships are available for students wishing to undertake graduate research degree studies at the University of Melbourne.http://scholarship-positions.com/melbourne-international-research-scholarships-mirs-international-students-australia-2014/2013/12/18/
Scholarship Provider: University of Melbourne, Australia
Scholarship can be taken at: Australia
Accreditation: University of Melbourne is an accredited university. University of Melbourne is accredited by the Group of Eight, Universitas 21, APRU, ACU.
Eligibility: To be considered for the MIRS, you must:
-be an international applicant (ie. a citizen of a country other than Australia or New Zealand, and not an Australian permanent resident);
-have completed tertiary studies that are at least equivalent to a 4-year honours degree at an Australian university with a minimum result of first class honours;
-have applied for admission to undertake a master or doctorate by research degree or be currently enrolled in a research degree at the University of Melbourne
-Current University of Melbourne students must have at least 12 months full-time or equivalent candidature remaining.
Scholarship Open for International Students: International students can apply for these scholarships.
Scholarship Description: The Melbourne International Research Scholarships (MIRS) is awarded to international students wishing to undertake graduate research degree studies at the University of Melbourne.
Number of award(s): The University awards over 150 scholarships per year.
Duration of award(s): The duration of the MIRS is up to two years for student undertaking a master by research degree and up to three years, with a possible six month extension, for students undertaking a doctorate by research degree.
What does it cover? The following benefits apply:
-in line with Australia Postgraduate Award:
-fortnightly living allowance;
-relocation grant for students moving to Melbourne from interstate or from outside Australia;
-thesis Allowance; and
-limited paid sick, maternity and parenting leave.
-Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) (single membership)
Selection Criteria: MIRS are awarded on the basis of academic merit. Eligible applicants are considered according to their:
-academic achievement in their last completed degree; and
-research potential in their field of study, taking into consideration factors relevant to the proposed research including professional experience, refereed publications, specialist medical qualifications or composition of original music.
Notification: The University assesses applications for scholarships on an ongoing basis. As a general rule:
-applications submitted before 31 October (Round 1) will be finalised by 15 February of the following year, and
Online Application: Current University of Melbourne students who are enrolled in a research degree for which they wish to receive an Australia Postgraduate Award must apply through the Student Portal. All other students must complete an Application for Admission to Graduate Research Degree Candidature and Scholarship
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 31 October 2015 (Round 1).


Read more: 2015 Melbourne International Research Scholarships Scholarship Positions 2015 2016
http://scholarship-positions.com 



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