Are you a driven scientist hoping to have an international influence? Applications are being accepted now by the Forrest Research Foundation for its esteemed 2025 PhD Scholarships. These scholarships, which provide a rare opportunity to join a community of renowned researchers at one of Western Australia’s top universities, are available to applicants from Australia and other countries.
As a member of the Forrest Research Foundation, you will be a part of an innovative, excellence-focused, multidisciplinary academic community. At Forrest Hall, scholars will live and work in an intellectually stimulating atmosphere where they will collaborate with peers in diverse fields and further their research. PhD programs at Australian institutions are eligible to apply for the fully funded Forrest Research Foundation Australia Scholarship 2025.
Host Country: Australia
University: Australian Universities
Opportunity Type: PhD
Eligibility Country: All Nationalities
Financial coverage: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- possess a bachelor’s degree with First-Class Honors, or an equivalent degree, and often place in the top 5% of their class upon graduation.
- Exhibit exceptional academic achievement, resourcefulness, and fortitude.
- possess a keen sense of curiosity about their topic of study and effective communication abilities.
- Make a compelling research proposal that could benefit Western Australia and beyond.
- have spoken with a potential PhD supervisor who has consented to offer supervision on their research goals.
Benefits:
- Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend: Based on annual modifications, each scholar will receive an RTP Stipend or an equivalent postgraduate research fellowship in 2024, with annual adjustments ranging from $32,192 to $37,000. The enrolling university determines the final sum.
- Forrest Hall offers luxurious housing: scholars reside in separate studio apartments. With annual indexing, the lodging allowance is projected to be worth $24,128 in 2024. If an exemption is granted, this allowance can be used for other residential expenses in addition to covering the cost of luxurious living.
- Relocation and Research Travel Allowance: The scholar and any immediate dependents may use up to $12,000 for research-related costs and travel, which includes economy flight to Perth. Additionally, travel for conferences and overseas study may be covered by this stipend.
- Scholarships for both domestic and international fees:
- foreign Scholars: Be awarded an RTP Fees Offset Scholarship or its equivalent, which will pay for all foreign tuition costs as well as health insurance for international students.
- Domestic Scholars: During the term of the scholarship, they will not be required to pay tuition thanks to an RTP Fees Offset Scholarship.
Deadline: 30 September 2024
