University of Newcastle Commonwealth Government Scholarships to Study in Australia

Applications are currently ongoing for the Fully-Funded Commonwealth Government Scholarships at University of Newcastle, Australia – 2018. Interested students should see the details below.

University of Newcastle Commonwealth Government Scholarship Details and FAQs

The University of Newcastle, informally known as Newcastle University, is an Australian public university established in 1965. It has a primary campus in Callaghan, a suburb of Newcastle, New South Wales. The University of Newcastle, Australia is offering the Tuition free Commonwealth Government scholarship program to individuals who are willing to pursue a degree program at the Institution. The aim of the Commonwealth Government Scholarship is to enable and encourage academically able students from any nationality.

When is the application deadline?

September 1st 2018

What are the eligible countries?

International students

Is the scholarship offered annually?

Yes, it is

In which host country is the scholarship tenable?

University of Newcastle, Australia

What is the category of the scholarship?

Postgraduate Research scholarships

How many scholarships are available?

Several

What are the value and benefits of the scholarship?

This scholarship program provides the following:

• An annual living allowance $27,082 per annum (2018 rate – indexed annually)
• A relocation allowance (up to $1,500)
• A full tuition fee scholarship
• A laptop for your research studies
• Overseas student health cover (OSHC) (Single cover for international candidates)

What is the eligibility criteria?

To be eligible for this scholarship program, you must:

• meet the English Language Proficiency Requirement (IELTS of at least 6.5; 7.0 in some disciplines);
• meet the admission criteria for the qualification you are applying for – MPhil or PhD;
• have support from the School you will be enrolled with, i.e. the nominated supervisor in the form of a Pre-Identified Candidate (PIC) code.
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How to Apply for the University of Newcastle Commonwealth Government Scholarships

New applicants can apply for a scholarship at the same time as applying for admission

Applications can be submitted at any time throughout the year. Please note that the next available round is as follows:

Round 2, 2018

• Closing Date: 1 September, 2018
• Latest Outcome Date: 1 December, 2018
• Latest Commencement Date: 1 June, 2019

The following round will open immediately after the closing date for Round 2, 2018. The relevant dates are as follows:

Round 1, 2019

• Opening Date: 2 September, 2018
• Closing Date: 16 February, 2019
• Latest Outcome Date: 1 June, 2019
• Latest Commencement Date: 4 January, 2020

Please ensure you attach the following documents to support your scholarship application:

• 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 their scholarship application: Copies of research publications, exhibitions or conference papers, Curriculum Vitae, Details of previous research experience e.g. research work experience / study and Any additional documents that may add to their scholarship application e.g. evidence of the award of a University Medal.

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