Australian National University:Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics Area Specific Scholarships

The Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics offers the following scholarships: a Supplementary Scholarship and the Alex Rodgers Travelling Scholarship.

A Supplementary Scholarship is extended to all RSAA,(College of Science) PhD students

Field of Study: Astronomy and Astrophysics

ANU Location of Study: Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics

Stipend: A$5,000.00 (current rate) per annum tax free, in fortnightly payments
Other Benefits: N/A

Maximum Duration: Three years full-time, with a possible six month extension

Take Up By: : N/A

Eligible Program(s): PhD

Eligibility Criteria: Bachelors degree with at least upper second-class honours, or a Masters degree with a research component or equivalent; Australian and New Zealand citizens; Permanent residents of Australia; International Students

Applications Close: 31 October each year (no separate application required – ANU PhD/APA scholarship applicants are automatically considered)

How To Apply: As this scholarship is awarded to all RSAA PhD students, it is not necessary to complete a separate application form.

The Alex Rodgers Travelling Scholarship is offered to one or two RSAA graduate students to travel abroad with direct relevance to their thesis work (It will not be awarded to fund an overseas observing run). The award is based on scientific merit of the program, benefit of the program to RSAA and the student, and the effective use of the funds from the scholarship.

Field of Study: Astronomy and Astrophysics

Stipend: up to A$6,000.00, depending on available funds. The committee may decide to divide an award amongst a number of deserving candidates.

Other Benefits: N/A

Maximum Duration: A one-off payment cleared against receipts to the value of the award.

Take Up By: N/A

Eligible Program(s): PhD

Eligibility Criteria: Full-time current RSAA PhD student. A successful applicant is ineligible to apply again. Australian and New Zealand citizens; Permanent residents of Australia

Applications Close: 28 February each year

How to Apply: General Information and Application Forms are available online at: www.mso.anu.edu.au/education