Scholarships and Costs
Supporting your studies
Full-time domestic research students are eligible to apply for University and Commonwealth Government scholarships, which are awarded during one main round offer. They provide a living allowance so you can commit to full-time study. Applications are accepted between 1 January and 31 October each
year.
Scholarships are granted on the basis of academic merit, which includes your undergraduate grade point average and extra research attainments.
What does the scholarship offer?
A scholarship funded by the University of Newcastle or the Commonwealth Goverment provides:
- a living allowance of $24,653 per annum paid fortnightly (2013 rate - indexed annually)
The scholarship may also include:
- a relocation allowance
- a thesis allowance
Up to three of the highest ranked domestic applicants will receive a 'Vice Chancellor's Scholarship for Outstanding Candidates'. If you are awarded this scholarship, you receive an additional $10,000 per annum on top of the living allowance.
PhD scholarships are for three years and Master's degree scholarships are for two years, less any tenure already completed towards a research degree.
Am I eligible for a scholarship?
Eligibility criteria is set by the Commonwealth Government and candidates must:
- have a current offer of admission into a research higher degree.
- have completed at least four years of undergraduate study and have attained Honours Class 1 or equivalent.
- be enrolled full-time.
- be no more than two full-time equivalent years into their PhD (or one year for Masters) at the end of the year.
- satisfy English language requirements.
How do I apply?
Current enrolled candidates can apply online via MyHub.
New applicants can apply for scholarship at the same time as applying for admission.
Your application for admission must include:
- Certified copies of all academic transcripts
- A research proposal
- Evidence of extra academic attainments e.g. publications
- If required, certified evidence of meeting the English proficiency requirement
Please ensure you attach the following documents to support your scholarship application:
- Copies of research publications, exhibitions or conference papers
- Curriculum Vitae
- Details of previous research experience e.g. research work experience / study
- Any additional documents that may add to your scholarship application e.g. evidence of the award of a University Medal
Applications close 31 October at 4pm each year.
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What happens once I submit my application?
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Other Scholarships
Additional University of Newcastle Postgraduate Research Scholarships funded from external sources (eg. Research grants) are available throughout the year. These scholarships are advertised on the research scholarships website.
If you are applying for a specific scholarship funded from an external source please write the name of the scholarship on the application form.
Need more information about scholarships?
If you need further information, please visit our scholarships webpages or contact us:
- Phone: +61 2 4921 7486
- Email: ResearchScholarships@newcastle.edu.au
COSTS
Research Training Scheme
Under the Research Training Scheme (RTS) the University receives funding from the Australian Government to meet its operational costs for the candidature of domestic students. This support is in the form of an exemption from the contributions normally payable by Australian students under the Higher Education Loan Program. RTS funding is limited to:
- four years full-time (or part-time equivalent) for a PhD candidate
- two years full-time (or part-time equivalent) for a research masters candidate
All students are required to complete their degree within the RTS entitlement period.
Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF)
A Student Services and Amenities fee is applicable to all students. This money is used to improve student services offered by the University.
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