Charles Darwin University RTP Scholarships

Charles Darwin University provides “research scholarship support” for Higher Degree by Research (HDR) students, awarded annually on a competitive basis for international and domestic applicants. The purpose is to support research students who undertake independent research at CDU across faculties and the Menzies School of Health Research, including Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Master’s by Research (MRes).

The page states that HDR study can be undertaken at all CDU faculties and the Menzies School of Health Research. PhD and MRes entry and scholarship availability are described for both international and domestic applicants, with the page also describing course structures and study modes (on campus and online) for these degrees.

Research scholarships for international and domestic applicants are awarded annually on a competitive basis. Selection is described in terms of entry competitiveness, with the page also explaining that research experience in the form of publications or creative outputs may be used to increase an honours score or honours equivalency, with guidance available from the HDR Team.

• Applicants must be eligible for entry to a PhD or to a MRes at Charles Darwin UniversityTo be eligible for entry to a PhD: completed a Bachelor Honours degree with first class or second class honours division A, or a Masters qualification which contains a substantial research componentTo be eligible for entry to a MRes: completed a Bachelor Honours degree with first class or second class honours, or a Masters by Coursework or Extended Masters which contains a substantial research componentResearch experience in the form of publications or creative outputs may be used to increase an honours score or honours equivalency; contact the HDR Team for further guidanceScholarships for international and domestic applicants are awarded annually on a competitive basis

• Stipend scholarship: up to AU$35,489 per annum (tax-free) for full-time students (described as covering living allowance)Tuition fee-waiver: valued between $33,940 and $36,730 per annum (most scholarships)Relocation allowance (most scholarships)

1. International students: Check your eligibility for entry to a PhD or MRes.Domestic students: Check your eligibility for entry to a PhD or MRes.Domestic students: Identify a project and supervisor, and provide written confirmation from a CDU supervisor that they are willing to supervise your proposed project.Domestic students: Develop your Proposed research project outline (1500–1700 words or 3–4 pages) including specified items such as project title, general field of research, ethical considerations, resource implications, fieldwork/travel requirements, and other relevant issues.Domestic students: Course Fees and Identify financial support for your research degrees (including scholarships for living expenses and a tuition fee offset).Domestic students: Collate the necessary documentation and submit an online application with the required attachments.Domestic students: Apply online for HDR at CDU.

• Certified copies of all post-secondary qualification documents such as transcripts of results, award certificates, grading systems, and English translations, if requiredResearch Project Outline (1500–1700 words or 3–4 pages)Proof of CitizenshipDetailed CV / Resume with a list of publicationsTwo referee reports completed via the Referee Report FormSupervisor’s confirmation in writing (e.g. email correspondence)Other supporting documentation, if applicable