Macquarie University 2023 International Scholarship Round

The International Research Training Program is the Australian Commonwealth Government scholarship scheme for supporting international higher degree research candidates. This scheme is administered by individual universities on behalf of the Department of Education, Skills and Employment. Applications for iRTP Scholarships need to be made directly to participating universities.

The Macquarie University Research Excellence Scholarship (MQRES) scheme is a scholarship program that aims to support exceptional research students enrolled in research priority areas aligned with the University’s Strategic Research Framework 2015 to 2024 World - Leading Research with World - Changing Impact, as well as the broader University. Applicants applying for an iRTP will be automatically considered for the University funded International Macquarie Research Excellence Scholarship program (iMQRES) in the same round.

• Table of Content
• About Macquarie University
• International Scholarship Round
• Aim and Benefits of International Scholarship Round
• Requirements for International Scholarship Round Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for International Scholarship Round
• Documents Required for Application
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Macquarie University

Established in 1964, Macquarie University began as a bold experiment in higher education. Built to break from traditions: to be distinctive, progressive, and to be transformational. Today our pioneering history continues to be a source of inspiration as we celebrate our place among the best and brightest minds. Recognised internationally, Macquarie University is consistently ranked in the top two per cent of universities in the world* and within the top 10 in Australia*. Our research is leading the way in ground-breaking discoveries. Our academics are at the forefront of innovation and, ... continue reading

International Scholarship Round

Aim and Benefits of International Scholarship Round

Successful PhD iRTP candidates will receive:

• Tuition fee offset for 3 years maximum
• Stipend for 3 years maximum (current 2023 rate is $32,000 p.a.)
• Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) with Medibank for the required period of the visa. The GRA will arrange single, couple, family or single parent family, whichever is applicable to the successful recipient.
• Travel Concession (applied to local transport OPAL Card)

Successful PhD iMQRES candidates will receive

• Tuition fee offset for 3 years maximum
• Stipend for 3 years maximum (current 2023 rate is $32,000 p.a.)
• Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) with Medibank for the required period of the visa. The GRA will arrange single, couple, family or single parent family, whichever is applicable to the successful recipient.

Requirements for International Scholarship Round Qualification

• You must be a citizen of a country other than Australia/New Zealand, and not an Australian Permanent Resident
• You will plan to undertake a Master of Research Year 2 or Doctor of Philosophy in S2 2023 (no deferrals possible)
• You intend to reside in Sydney, Australia during your candidature
• You meet the HDR English Language Requirement by the application closing date
• You meet the admission criteria for entry into the Master of Research - Year 2 (MRes Y2) or PhD, for commencement in S2 2023
• You will have a valid visa allowing you to commence your study in S2 2023
• You have confirmation of supervision from an eligible Macquarie University researcher (compulsory for FMHHS and desirable for the other faculties)

Interview date, Process and Venue for International Scholarship Round

Selection criteria

Macquarie University ranks applicants on the basis of academic merit, relevant research output and experience and/or potential and the University’s Strategic Research Framework 2015 to 2024 World - Leading Research with World - Changing Impact.

You must satisfy all the criteria for admission to Macquarie University.

If you are seeking to establish eligibility for a scholarship you are encouraged to provide full documentation of your achievements to assist in the assessment of your qualifications. Other relevant research qualifications which may be considered include:

• Completion of a research Masters degree or equivalent e.g. a coursework Masters with a substantial research component (you will be asked to provide information on your thesis, including but not limited to, the abstract, examiner reports, thesis copy, length, grade, examination process and the percentage of research component in the course)
• Published research (preferably in refereed publications: journals, books, book chapters etc)
• Conference presentations (preferably refereed)
• Highly relevant and substantial work-related research experience.

Documents Required for Application

Application Deadline

How to Apply

Applications for commencement in S1 2023 open on 01 Jan 2023 and close on 03 March 2023, 11:59PM (AEST). We encourage applicants to submit their application as early as possible prior to the deadline. Please note that all dates refer to Sydney, Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST).

For more details, visit Macquarie University website.