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Published: 10 Aug 2023 2,274 views
The Pacific Agriculture Scholarships and Support and Climate Resilience (PASS-CR) Program provides scholarships and support to postgraduate students in agriculture, forestry and fisheries at The University of the South Pacific (USP) and Fiji National University (FNU). Since 2005, ACIAR has supported research scholarships at Pacific Universities. The scholarship program has achieved significant results, strengthening agricultural innovation systems in the Pacific. It is part of the Australian Government’s support to our Pacific neighbours.
ACIAR Pacific post-graduate scholarships are offered in the Pacific, to Pacific Islanders. This enables scholars to research agricultural problems within the context that the solutions need to work, to build professional networks which will be relevant post-study and to remain close to family and culture.
The University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC) provides additional academic support to PASS-CR scholars and academic staff including professional development, access to the UniSC library, peer-to-peer learning, research collaboration, and higher degree research supervision training. Student work placements and career development are included under PASS-CR to build ongoing industry connections.
Scholarships are available at USP and FNU for:
Scholarships will be awarded for up to 2 years for Master’s students and up to 3 years for a PhD candidate.
| Application Deadline | 18 Oct 2023 |
| Country to study | Australia |
| School to study | Fiji National University (FNU), The University of South Pacific (USP) |
| Type | Postgraduate |
| Course to study | View courses |
| Sponsor | Australian Government |
| Gender | Men and Women |
Tuition is paid directly for the relevant program of study. Student research grant costs are shared between ACIAR and USP or FNU. Funds to present research results at an international conference are included in the scholarship.
Scholarships are aligned to ACIAR research projects, this includes the provision of an international co-supervisor who is part of the ACIAR project. A list of projects and research topics for the 2024 PASS-CR Program can be found on the USP and FNU websites (details below).
Scholarships are advertised annually in July through USP and FNU for commencement the following year. Online briefing sessions about the program, how to apply, meet the project leaders and how to put together a research proposal will be held to support you through the application process.
The University of South Pacific (USP)
Mr Josevata Cava, ACIAR - USP Graduate Officer
Fiji National University (FNU) Dr Archibold Bakare
For more details visit: ACIAR website.