Scholarships available to ANU Fenner School of Environment and Society students

Undergraduate scholarships
Honours scholarships
Graduate scholarships

Undergraduate Scholarships

Anthony and Barbara Brookman UG Forestry Scholarship Up to $5,000 for one year Closing Date for Applications: 15 December	Students beginning an undergraduate degree in Forestry (single or joint degree) are eligible for a scholarship drawn from the Anthony and Barbara Brookman Forestry Education and Research Fund. Requirements: Eligible students must be enrolled in the first year of the Bachelor of Science (Forestry) having not previously been enrolled in a tertiary program; or had previously been enrolled in a different academic program and will be transferring in to the Bachelor of Science (Forestry).	Email fennerschool@anu.edu.au
FWPA Indigenous Forestry Scholarship Full tuition (HECS) Closing Date for Applications: 19/01/2007	The Forest and Wood Products Australia (FWPA) has established an undergraduate scholarship in support of the Council of Australian Governments‚ (COAG) framework to advance indigenous reconciliation. The scholarship will fund an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander student to complete an undergraduate course leading to a degree in forestry at an Australian university. The scholarship will cover Higher Education Contribution Scheme (HECS) fees for the duration of the course. Requirements: The applicant must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander origin. The scholarship is only available for students who have been accepted to study at an Australian university offering a degree course in forestry, commencing in the 2010 academic year.	Interested applicants should submit applications to FWPA. Further information is available from the Executive Director on (03) 9614 7544 or email: info@fwpa.com.au
ANU Environment Scholarship $10,000 Closing Date for Applications: 7/01/2009	A number of scholarships will be available in 2010 for undergraduate students from outside of Canberra and the Australian Capital Territory region who enrol in an environment-related program.  Eligible programs are: Bachelor of Science Bachelor of Science (Advanced) Bachelor of Science (Resource and Environmental Management Bachelor of Science (Forestry) Bachelor Interdisciplinary Studies (Sustainability) Bachelor Interdisciplinary Studies (Sustainability) Honours Bachelor of Philosophy; and associated joint programs. Value $10,000 per annum. Duration One year. Retention Scholars must maintain a Distinction (70 per cent) average each semester. Applications for 2010 Selection is based on a combination of academic achievement and contribution to the community. Requirements: To be eligible, you must: be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, or Australian Permanent Resident, reside outside Canberra and the Australian Capital Territory region, have taken subjects or have life experience relevant to the study of the environment, be an immediate school leaver, or have taken a gap year and not enrolled in any tertiary program during that time, be intending to enrol in one of the specified programs, be intending to complete at least one environment-related major, achieve an ATAR of at least 95, or equivalent.	Applications for 2010 are now open and will close on 30 November 2009 Apply On-line
ANU National Merit Scholarship $6,500 Closing Date for Applications: N/A	Value $6,500 per year as a contribution towards accommodation, tuition and other education expenses for a maximum of 4 years. Number available All eligible students that obtain an ATAR score of 99.75 to 99.89 (no bonus points) or equivalent will be made an offer. For more information, please see the Scholarships and Prizes website. Requirements: Awarded to eligible students who have achieved an ATAR score between 99.75 and 99.89 (no bonus points) or equivalent.  To be eligible, you must: be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, or holder of an Australian permanent resident visa or permanent humantarian visa, and be studying an Australian Year 12 or New Zealand NCEA or International Baccalaureate in 2009, and have put at least one ANU program as a preference through the University Admissions Centre (NSW & ACT).	No application is required. All eligible applicants to ANU will be considered.
ANU National Undergraduate Scholarship $12,500 Closing Date for Applications: N/A	Value $12,500 per year as a contribution towards accommodation, tuition and other education expenses for the duration of the chosen undergraduate program. Number available All eligible students that obtain an ATAR score of 99.90 and above (no bonus points) or equivalent will be made an offer. For more information, please see the Scholarships and Prizes wesbite. Requirements: Awarded to eligible students who have achieved an ATAR score of 99.90 (no bonus points) or equivalent. To be eligible, you must: be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, or holder of an Australian permanent resident visa or permanent humantarian visa, and be studying an Australian Year 12 or New Zealand NCEA or International Baccalaureate in 2009, and have put at least ANU program as a preference through the Universities Admissions Centre (NSW & ACT).	No application is required. All eligible applicants to ANU will be considered.
ANU Region Scholarship $6,500 Closing Date for Applications: 31/10	Value $6,500 per year as a contribution towards accommodation, tuition and other education expenses for a maximum of 4 years. Number available Up to 5 are available in 2010 Closing date: 30 November 2009 For more information, please see the Scholarships and Prizes website. Requirements: Awarded to eligible students who have achieved an ATAR score of 90.00 and above (no bonus points) and can demonstrate involvement and leadership in school and/or community activities. To be eligible, you must be: an Australian or New Zealand citizen, or holder of an Australian permanent resident visa or permanent humantarian visa, and studying an Australian Year 12 or New Zealand NCEA or International Baccalaureate in 2009, and intending to enrol in an undergraduate degree at the Australian National University, and living in or attending school in one of the following areas: Highlands; South-Coast; Wollongong; Yass, Goulburn and Queanbeyan; South-West and Western Slopes and Plains. If your home and school postcodes fall within the following postcode groups, you are eligible to apply: 2500 - 2554; 2568 - 2599; 2619 - 2633; 2640 - 2681; 2700 - 2731; 2790 - 2820; 2830 - 2830; 2845 - 2850; 2864 - 2871; 2875 - 2877	Apply On-line at the Scholarships and Prizes website
Bobbie Fenner Accommodation Scholarships 50% Rent Closing Date for Applications: 17/01/2008	Four Bobbie Fenner Accommodation Scholarships at Fenner Hall, a college of the ANU, are available to students accepted into the Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours), PhB, program. Requirements: Offered to students accepted into the Bachelor of Philosophy (Science) program at ANU, and accepted into residence at Fenner Hall.	Application for residence at Fenner Hall Email for scholarship application
Gottstein Forestry Industry Scholarship $5,000 per annum for up to three years Closing Date for Applications: 13/11/2009	The J. W. Gottstein Memorial Trust is pleased to announce the introduction of Gottstein Forest Industry Scholarships for undergraduate or postgraduate students undertaking degree or diploma courses in forestry, forest science or wood science. The Trust will determine the award based on criteria such as commitment to the fields of forestry or the forest products industry through academic and professional achievements and career goals. Requirements: The criteria may vary, but will remain consistent with its key principle to promote the development of the Australian forestry and forest products industry. Applicants for scholarships should familiarise themselves with and address this principle in their applications. Before scholarships are awarded, applicants are required to demonstrate satisfactory progress in, or for new students acceptance to, their respective courses.	Further information may be obtained by contacting: The Secretary J.W. Gottstein Memorial Trust Fund Phone: (03) 9545 2209 Fax: (03) 9545 2139 E-mail: secretary@gottsteintrust.org or from the Trust's website www.gottsteintrust.org

Honours Scholarships

Please note only one honours scholarship may be held at one time. Recipients of other ANU undergraduate scholarships should contact the Prizes and Undergraduate Scholarships Office (phone (02) 6125 4997) to check whether two scholarships may be held concurrently.

Fenner School Director's Honours Scholarship $2,500 Closing Date for Applications: 15/06/2009	Awarded twice yearly Value of Scholarship: $2500. Awarded to a student enrolled in Honours in the Fenner School of Environment and Society twice a year - Semester 1, by end October, Semester 2, by end May. Criteria: entry into one of the Fenner School Honours programs and identified supervisor, academic record, and the innovation of the topic within the domain of environment and society. Applicants must describe their intended research, and how award of the scholarship would help to enable their research, whether that be income support, field costs, materials, or other requirements, or a combination of these. Requirements: Application in writing, of no more than one page, to the Fenner School Honours convenor (fennerschool-hpc@anu.edu.au). The award will be made by the Fenner School Executive on the recommendation of the Assistant Director (Education) and the Honours Convener. This Scholarship is available twice a year at the start of semester 1 and semester 2.	Honours convenor, fennerschool-hpc@anu.edu.au
ACTION Trust Honours Scholarships $5,000 Closing Date for Applications: 31/03	Two scholarships of $A5,000 each are available for one year to full-time students enrolled in a course of study leading to the award of the Degree of Bachelor with Honours in a field offered by the Fenner School of Environment and Society or the Earth Environment program in the Research School of Earth Sciences. Applications are due by 31 March and are open to students in either the Semester 1 intake of the current year or the Semester 2 intake of the previous year. Requirements: Applicants must be enrolled in the degree of Bachelor with Honours in a field offered by the Fenner School of Environment and Society or the Earth Environment program in the Research School of Earth Sciences.	Email for scholarship application
Curly Humphreys Scholarship for Forest Operations $5,000 Closing Date for Applications: 30/11	$5,000, made available through the generosity of Curly Humphreys and Hazel Cutlack, supports an honours student to work in the broad area of forest operations. Contact us for more information. Requirements: Eligible applicants shall be those students who are currently enrolled or have been enrolled at this University or another tertiary institution in a program of study leading to the award of the degree of Bachelor with a strong undergraduate academic record with majors appropriate to undertaking Honours in Forestry.	Email for scholarship application
ANU Honours Year Scholarships $5,000 Closing Date for Applications: 31/10	The University offers up to 15 ANU Honours Year scholarships each year. In 2010 each scholarship will be worth $5,000. Subject to the approval of the University Awards Committee an ANU Honours Year Scholarship may be held concurrently with other scholarships and awards. It is advisable that you contact Centrelink to establish if an ANU Honours Scholarship can be held without affecting your Youth Allowance or other benefit. Requirements: You should be intending to enrol full-time at this University in the Honours Year of a program of study leading to the award of the degree of Bachelor with Honours OR in the final year of a program of study leading to the award of the degree of Bachelor with Honours where the honours component is an integral part of the final year. It is essential that you contact the School where you are proposing to undertake Honours to establish that you have or will have the academic qualifications for entry into Honours and that the required resources will be available to you. It is acknowledged that at this stage your acceptance into Honours may not yet be finalised. You do not need to wait for results before lodging an application. If you lodge an application and later become ineligible for Honours your application will be disregarded. With the approval of the relevant School, you may commence the Honours Program in either first or second semester. International students are eligible to apply.	Online application Please note that you will need to provide a 200 word statement describing the research, professional or scholarly interests which you would intend to pursue while an Honours Scholar at the ANU. You will need to submit this statement either to the address below or email it to ug.schols@anu.edu.au. Your application will be incomplete without this statement. If you are not already a student at the ANU you must apply separately for admission to the University. An admission application form may be obtained by contacting the Admissions area: Website: www.anu.edu.au/sas/admission/ Email: Admiss.App@anu.edu.au Telephone: 02 6125 5594 Fax: 02 6125 0751
Angus Nicholson Honours Scholarship in Science $5,000 Closing Date for Applications: 30/11	A scholarship of $5,000 for a student who can demonstrate academic merit and a passion for his or her chosen field of science. Closing date: 30 November each year Requirements: The successful applicant will have provided supporting material as well as the names of two referees who are well placed to support the application and comment on the applicant's passion for science. Current ANU students and external applicants are encouraged to apply.	Apply by letter to the Prizes & Undergraduate Scholarships Office setting out your passion for the chosen field of science as well as your academic achievements. Mail letter to: Prizes and Undergraduate Scholarships Office, Pauline Griffin Building, Australian National University, Canberra ACT 0200 Australia

Graduate Scholarships

Glenn Sanecki Alpine PhD Scholarship $20,427 Closing Date for Applications: when a suitable candidate is found.	PhD research opportunity The Fenner School of Environment and Society at the Australian National University and the NSW Department of Environment and Climate Change (DECC) is seeking applications for the Glenn Sanecki Alpine Scholarship. The scholarship is to support a PhD student undertaking research in the field of the physical or biological sciences in the alpine and sub-alpine areas of Kosciuszko National Park, or in, or partly in, other alpine/sub-alpine areas of Australia (subject to agreement with ANU and DECC). This scholarship is in honour of Dr Glenn Sanecki who passed away in 2007. Glenn was passionate about the alpine environment and completed a PhD at The Australian National University on the distribution of small mammals in relation to natural and modified snow in the Australian Alps. Glenn worked for DECC in Kosciuszko National Park for many years from the 1990s onwards. During his time with DECC he made considerable contributions in relation to the monitoring of wildlife and flora, including weed control. This scholarship is worth $20,427 tax-free (2009 rate) per year for three years full-time (with a possible 6 month extension), tenable at the Australian National University. The scholarship is co-funded by DECC and ANU. Requirements: The eligibility requirements are a Bachelors Degree with first class honours or equivalent academic and professional qualifications. The scholarship is only open to Australian and New Zealand citizens and Permanent residents of Australia.	Interested individuals are invited to submit a CV and a brief statement of their own interests and ideas in this area of research and to discuss these with the contacts below. Applications will be assessed by a panel consisting of representatives from the ANU, DECC and the Australian Institute of Alpine Studies. The successful candidate will be invited to apply for admission to the University. Enquiries to: Professor David Lindenmayer. Tel: 02 6125 0654; Email: david.lindenmayer@anu.edu.au or Dr Ken Green. Tel: 02 6450 5538; Email: Kenneth.Green@environment.nsw.gov.au Applications will close when a suitable candidate is found.
National Forestry Masters Program Mobility Scholarship Up to $3,500 Closing Date for Applications:	Students undertaking the Graduate Diploma and Master of Forestry may be eligible for a NFM Mobility Scholarship.  Eligible programs are the Graduate Diploma and the Master in Forestry. Requirements: Awardees will be expected to participate in the National Forestry Masters Program during their study.	Email fennerschool@anu.edu.au
ANU Alumni PhD Scholarships $20,427 Closing Date for Applications: N/A	Each year the University offers up to one scholarship each for nationals of Japan, Malaysia, Thailand and Singapore. Eligible Program is PhD. Maximum duration is three years full-time with a possible six month extension. Other benefits include travel to Canberra; reimbursement of some removal expenses; thesis reimbursement allowance. Requirements: International students who are nationals of Japan, Malaysia, Thailand or Singapore.	These scholarships are awarded by the Alumni Associations in each country. Relevant information will be put on the Student Recruitment and International Education (SRIE) website.
ANU Gwendolyn Woodroofe PhD Scholarship In The Biological Sciences $20,427 Closing Date for Applications: N/A	The purpose of this scholarship is to attract Australian and New Zealand students of high calibre to pursue PhD research in the Biological Sciences. Eligible Programs include PhD, Professional Doctorate by Research. Maximum duration is three years full-time, with a possible six month extension. Requirements: Bachelors degree with first class honours, or a research Masters degree from a recognised university; Australian and New Zealand citizens; Permanent residents of Australia.	Applicants are selected from amongst Australian Postgraduate Awards or ANU Graduate Research School Scholarships applicants and do not apply for these scholarships specifically.
ANU PhD Mid-Year Entry Scholarships $20,427 Closing Date for Applications: 31/10	A small number of ANU PhD Scholarships which provide a stipend are funded by Colleges which may be available through mid-year entry or at other times of the year. It is normal for recipients to undertake study on a full-time basis. However, in accordance with strict criteria, the scholarship may be awarded for part-time study. International scholars must undertake study on a full-time basis. It is expected that the scholarship normally will be taken up by 31 August in the year for which it is awarded, although, subject to the approval of the prospective supervisor, Head of Department and Dean/Director, a later start date may be possible. The date by which a scholarship must be taken up in a particular instance will be made clear in the formal letter of offer for the scholarship. Scholarships are available for mid-year entry or at other times of the year; three years full-time with a possible six month extension; available to Australian and New Zealand citizens, and permanent residents of Australia. Other benefits include travel to Canberra; reimbursement of some removal expenses; thesis reimbursement allowance. Requirements: 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.	Online application forms
ANU PhD Scholarships $20,427 Closing Date for Applications: 31/10 (31/08 for international students)	A number of ANU PhD Scholarships which provide a stipend are funded by Colleges.It is normal for recipients to undertake study on a full-time basis. However, in accordance with strict criteria, the scholarship may be awarded for part-time study. International scholars must undertake study on a full-time basis. Scholarships are available for three years full-time with a possible six month extension; available to Australian and New Zealand citizens, permanent residents of Australia and International Students. Other benefits include travel to Canberra; reimbursement of some removal expenses; thesis reimbursement allowance. Requirements: 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.	Online application forms
ANU Tuition Scholarships Tuition Fees Closing Date for Applications:	A number of ANU Tuition Scholarships are funded and awarded by individual Colleges and determined as part of the application process. This scholarship covers international student tuition fees. Eligible Program is PhD. Maximum duration is three years full-time, with two possible six month extensions. Applicants are strongly encouraged to contact the relevant Graduate Studies Convener or a prospective supervisor, prior to lodging an application, to discuss the proposed research topic and related matters. Requirements: Bachelors degree with first-class or upper second class honours, or a research Masters degree from a recognised university; International Students.	Online application forms Or you can contact the Research Students Office: Phone: + 61 2 6125 5949 Fax: + 61 2 6125 5931 email: ressch.enq@anu.edu.au
ANU University Research Scholarships $20,427 Closing Date for Applications: 31/10	The University funds a number of scholarships for Doctor of Philosophy or Professional Doctorate by research. Scholarships available for three years full-time with a possible six-month extension. Other benefits include travel to Canberra; reimbursement of some removal expenses; thesis reimbursement allowance. Requirements: Bachelors degree with first-class honours, or a research Masters degree from a recognised university; Australian and New Zealand citizens; Permanent residents of Australia; Applicants who are in receipt of a PhD scholarship funded in the University are ineligible.	Online application forms
ARC Centre for Interactive Legume Research Scholarship $20,427 Closing Date for Applications: 31/10	The ARC Centre for Interactive Legume Research is an internationally-renowned research network of plant scientists conducting high quality research into legumes and other plant species. The ANU node of the Centre is seeking a highly motivated PhD student to work on a special project funded by the Australian Research Council. Other benefits include support for all research expenses associated with the project; outstanding students will be eligible for a top up of up to $7 000 per annum funded by the Centre. Further information is available here. Requirements: Open to domestic applicants (Australian Citizens & Permanent Residents, and New Zealand Citizens); the applicant must have applied for admission to a PhD program at ANU and the APA award at ANU; the applicant must agree to work on the particular Stem Cell Project.	Online application form Applicants are encouraged to make contact with Dr Nijat Imin before lodging an application. Normal ANU application procedures should be followed. An on-line application should be completed and submitted. List ARC Centre of Excellence in Interactive Legume Research Scholarship PhD Scholarship in ‘Other Scholarships’ field on page 1 of the online application form.
ARC Centre of Excellence in Vision Science PhD Scholarships $20,427 Closing Date for Applications: 31/11	The ANU node of the Centre will be awarding 2 scholarships to PhD students. The stipend, tenure and benefits will be equivalent to Australian Postgraduate Awards. Outstanding students who hold PhD Scholarships and working on Centre related research projects can be considered for a separate Supplementary Scholarship of up to $7000 per annum funded by the Centre. Further information is available here. Requirements: Open to both international & domestic applicants; the applicant must have applied for admission to a PhD program at ANU; the applicant must agree to work on a Centre related research project; the scholarship cannot be held in conjunction with any other award (eg. APA, ANU PhD Scholarship, Graduate Scholarship).	Online application form Normal ANU application procedures should be followed. An on-line application should be completed and submitted. List ARC Centre of Excellence in Vision Science PhD Scholarship in ‘Other Scholarships’ field on page 1 of the online application form.
American Association Of University Women (AAUW) International Fellowships Tuition scholarship Closing Date for Applications: 15/12	The American Association of University Women (AAUW) Educational Foundation is the largest private supporter of graduate women. Established in 1881, the Association has a long and illustrious history of helping women achieve their personal and professional goals. International Fellowships are awarded for full-time study or research in the USA to women who are not US citizens or permanent residents. Both graduate and postgraduate studies at accredited institutions are supported. Eligible Program is PhD. Up to fifty eight scholarships on offer. Requirements: Bachelor's degree with first-class honours, or a research Master's degree from a recognized Australian university; Applicants must be Australian citizens; Applicants must have earned the equivalent of a US bachelor's degree by September 30, and must have applied to their proposed institutions of study by the time of application (no later than December 15); Selection criteria include an outstanding academic record, professional potential, and the potential of the field of study to improve the lives of women and girls in the fellow's country of origin; Preference is given to women residing in their home countries at the time of application.	www.aauw.org or email gibbsl@aauw.org
Anthony and Barbara Brookman Graduate Coursework Forestry Scholarship Up to $5,000 Closing Date for Applications: 31 January	Students beginning graduate coursework in Forestry are eligible for a scholarship drawn from the Anthony and Barbara Brookman Forestry Education and Research Fund. Eligible Programs are the Graduate Diploma and the Master in Forestry. Requirements: Awardees will be expected to participate in the National Forestry Masters Program during their study.	Email fennerschool@anu.edu.au
Australian Development Scholarships $20,427 Closing Date for Applications: Varies for each country	The Australian Development Scholarships (ADS) are available to many countries under agreements for development assistance from Australia. The scholarship numbers and fields of study for each country are determined annually in close consultation with partner governments. ADS are offered in two categories: Public and Open/Equity. The government or employer in a partner country nominates candidates for scholarships in the public category. Individuals may independently apply for a scholarship in the open/equity category, subject to any country-specific selection and eligibility criteria. Eligible Programs include PhD, Professional Doctorate by Research, MPhil and postgraduate coursework. Some undergraduate programs may be approved under home country priority areas. Other Benefits include full tuition fee; travel to Canberra from outside Australia; basic health insurance; establishment allowance; introductory academic program. Closing dates vary for each country. Requirements: Applicants must be from either Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, China, East Timor, Fiji, Indonesia, Kenya, Kiribati, Laos, Lesotho, Malawi, Maldives, Mongolia, Mozambique, Namibia, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Samoa, Solomon Islands, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Swaziland, Tanzania, Tonga, Tuvalu, Uganda, Vanuatu, Vietnam, or Zambia.	See the Ausaid website for more information Students should apply in their home country.
Australian Leadership Award $19,616 Closing Date for Applications: 16/07 (By post); 31/07 (Online)	The Australian Leadership Awards (ALA) are a regional scholarship and training scheme for future leaders aimed at enhancing mutual understanding, knowledge and innovation and building partnerships within the Asia-Pacific region. Eligible Programs include PhD, MPhil and postgraduate coursework programs. Other Benefits include full tuition fee; travel to Canberra from outside Australia; basic health insurance; establishment allowance; introductory academic program; contribution to visa expenses. Requirements: International students from eligible partner countries.	See the Ausaid website for more information Students apply directly to the University for admission and to AusAID (Canberra) for the scholarship.
Australian Postgraduate Awards $20,427 Closing Date for Applications: 31/10	The Commonwealth Department of Education, Science and Training (DEST) makes available each year a number of awards for study by research leading to a higher degree. It is normal for recipients to undertake study on a full-time basis, although, subject to strict criteria laid down by DEST, the award may be offered for part-time study. Eligible Programs include PhD, Professional Doctorate by Research.  Maximum duration is three years full-time with a possible six-month extension.  Other benefits include travel to Canberra from within Australia; reimbursement of some removal expenses; thesis reimbursement allowance. Requirements: Bachelors degree with first-class honours, or a research Masters degree from a recognised university; Australian and New Zealand citizens; Permanent residents of Australia.	Online application forms
CRC for Forestry $25,627 Closing Date for Applications: 31/10	These scholarships are allocated to specific research projects at particular universities.  At the ANU, these scholarships are available in three of the CRC for Forestry research programmes -Managing and Monitoring for Growth and Health; High-Value Wood Resources; and Trees in the Landscape. Eligible Programs include PhD, Masters.  Other benefits may include top-up scholarships (normally $6,011 per year) plus research funding to support all CRC scholarships. Requirements: Australian and New Zealand citizens.	Online application information
Cambridge Australia Trust Scholarships £7,800 Closing Date for Applications: 01/01	The Cambridge Australia Trust, in collaboration with the Cambridge Commonwealth Trust, offers six to eight scholarships each year for students wishing to carry out PhD research at Cambridge University. These scholarships are awarded only to Australian citizens who are of outstanding academic merit and who are graduates of an Australian university. Eligible Program is PhD.  Maximum Duration of three years full-time.  Other benefits include travel to and from Cambridge, a settling in allowance, and an annual living allowance of £7,800 per annum. Requirements: Bachelor's degree with first-class honours, or a research Master's degree from a recognized Australian university; Applicants must be Australian citizens; Applicants must have: gained admission to Cambridge University to undertake a PhD degree; and a UK Overseas Research Scholarship [ORS] on the nomination of Cambridge University.	Online application information Contact with the sponsors: The Secretary Cambridge Australia Trust GPO Box 93 Canberra 2601 Australia email: nicolas.peterson@anu.edu.au
Endeavour International Postgraduate Research Scholarships (EIPRS) Tuition scholarship Closing Date for Applications: 31/08	The Endeavour International Postgraduate Research Scholarships (EIPRS) are available for study leading to the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy and are funded by the Commonwealth Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR). Because competition for the scholarships is intense, at ANU they are not awarded for study at the Master degree level. Successful applicants will study in areas in which the University has shown a particular research concentration. Eligible Programs include PhD, Professional Doctorate by Research.  Maximum Duration is three years full-time, with two possible six month extensions (subject to change by DEEWR). Requirements: Bachelors degree with first class honours, or a research Masters degree from a recognised university; International students; Applicants cannot be considered for an EIPRS if they have already commenced a program of study in Australia at the same level for which the scholarship is sought.	Online application forms Or you can contact the Research Students Office: Phone: + 61 2 6125 5949 Fax: + 61 2 6125 5931 email: ressch.enq@anu.edu.au
Fulbright Awards up to $40,000 Closing Date for Applications: 31/9	The Fulbright Scholarship Program seeks to promote and increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and Australia through two way cultural and educational exchange. Grants are awarded to Australian students, scholars and professionals to study, teach, lecture and conduct research in the Unites States and to American students and scholars to engage in simlar activities in Australia. These grants are awarded each year, through a process of open competition, with grants awarded to individuals selected on the basis of academic excellence, professional qualifications and ambassadorial skills. There are a number of Fulbright Awards available including the Fulbright Postgraduate Award (General) (Travel Grant).  The website link provides further information about this and other Fulbright awards. Requirements: See the Fulbright website for details.	Online application information
General Sir John Monash Awards $50,000 p.a. Closing Date for Applications: 31/08	The General Sir John Monash Awards are for outstanding Australian citizens graduating from Australian universities to enable them to undertake postgraduate study abroad at the world’s best universities. Eligible programs include PhD, MPhil.  Maximum duration is three years full-time.  Up to eight awards may be awarded annually. Requirements: Demonstrated outstanding leadership ability; Altruism demonstrated through community service· Well-developed communication skills; Proof of arrangements with a foreign university to conduct a well-defined research project or study program; Applicants must be Australian citizens.	Online application forms Contact with the sponsors: The General Sir John Monash Foundation Level 5, 30 Collins Street Melbourne Victoria Australia 3000 Phone: + 61 3 9654 8811 Fax: + 61 3 9654 3411 email: crompton@monashawards.org
Gottstein Forestry Industry Scholarship $5000 per annum for up to three years Closing Date for Applications: 13/11/2009	The J. W. Gottstein Memorial Trust is pleased to announce the introduction of Gottstein Forest Industry Scholarships for undergraduate or postgraduate students undertaking degree or diploma courses in forestry, forest science or wood science. The Trust will determine the award based on criteria such as commitment to the fields of forestry or the forest products industry through academic and professional achievements and career goals. Requirements: The criteria may vary, but will remain consistent with its key principle to promote the development of the Australian forestry and forest products industry. Applicants for scholarships should familiarise themselves with and address this principle in their applications. Before scholarships are awarded, applicants are required to demonstrate satisfactory progress in, or for new students acceptance to, their respective courses.	Further information may be obtained by contacting: The Secretary J.W. Gottstein Memorial Trust Fund Phone: (03) 9545 2209 Fax: (03) 9545 2139 E-mail: secretary@gottsteintrust.org or from the Trust's website www.gottsteintrust.org
Indigenous Australian Graduate Scholarships $20,427 Closing Date for Applications: 31/10	The Graduate Research School each year normally offers one scholarship to an indigenous Australian to undertake graduate study; three years full-time with a possible extension; applications are only open to Indigenous Australians. Eligible programs include PhD, Professional Doctorate by Research, MPhil, Professional Doctorate by Coursework (and also Master by Coursework and Research, Master by Coursework, Graduate Diploma).  Maximum duration three years full-time, with a possible extension (PhD). Requirements: Australian citizens; Permanent residents of Australia. Applications are only open to Indigenous Australians.	Online application forms
KanGo Comparative Genomics $20,427 Closing Date for Applications: N/A	One PhD stipend is available for a student wishing to pursue studies in comparative genomics as part of the ARC Centre for Kangaroo Genomics. For further information send an expression of interest via email. Requirements: Applicants should be citizens of New Zealand or Australia (or Australian permanent residents); international students may apply however they must be able to demonstrate a source of support for tuition fees.	Email RSBS for details
Lionel Murphy Australian Postgraduate Scholarships $20,000 - $40,000 Closing Date for Applications: 01/09	A number of Australian and overseas postgraduate scholarships are awarded annually by the Trustees of the Lionel Murphy Foundation. These scholarships are known as the Lionel Murphy Australian Postgraduate Scholarships, or the Lionel Murphy Overseas Postgraduate Scholarships, as the case may be. The precise number in each category, and the method of payment, is determined by the Trustees in their absolute discretion. The Australian scholarships are tenable at an Australian tertiary institution for one year only and are currently valued at $20,000 each per annum. The overseas scholarships are tenable at an overseas tertiary institution for one year only, and are currently valued at $40,000 each per annum. Requirements: Applicants must be Australian citizens, or permanent residents who have been granted permanent residency by 31 October of the year prior to this application and have lived in Australia for previous 12 months.  Applicants should have completed, or be about to complete, an undergraduate degree in science, law or legal studies, or other appropriate discipline from an Australian tertiary institution, and intend to pursue a postgraduate degree in science, law or legal studies, or other appropriate discipline	Online application information Or contact: G.P.O. BOX 4545 Sydney NSW 1044   Phone: (02) 9223 4315 Fax: (02) 9223 5267
R.G. Menzies Scholarship to Harvard Tuition scholarship Closing Date for Applications: 31/01	The Robert Gordon Menzies Scholarship to Harvard is Australia’s most prestigious national award for postgraduate study in the United States. Inaugurated in 1967 by prominent Australian alumni of Harvard to honour the Australian statesman and former prime minister, the Menzies Scholarship grants one annual award to a talented Australian who has gained admission to a Harvard graduate school. In accordance with its national origin and focus, the ideal candidates for the Scholarship are Australians whose primary objective, after completing their studies at Harvard, is to make a significant contribution to this country’s development. Eligible Programs include PhD, MPhil. Further information from the Harvard Club of Australia: GPO Box 3132 Sydney NSW 2001 email: hca@harvard.org.au Phone: + 61 2 9449 5239 Fax: + 61 2 9144 6699 website: www.harvard.org.au/ Requirements: Applicants must be Australian citizens.	Online application form (word doc) Enquiries may be directed to: Karen Holt Menzies Selection Committee Secretary Council and Boards Secretariat 1.09, Chancelry Bld 10 The Australian National University CANBERRA ACT 0200 Phone: + 61 2 6125 2825 Fax: + 61 2 61258524 email: cabs.admin@anu.edu.au Contact with the sponsors: Menzies Foundation The Scholarship Officer The Menzies Foundation 210 Clarendon Street EAST MELBOURNE VIC 3002 Fax: + 61 3 9417 7049 email: menzies@vicnet.net.au website: www.menziesfoundation.org.au
Re-entry scholarships for Graduate Research $20,427 Closing Date for Applications: 31/10	The University offers each year a small number (usually only one) of Re-entry Scholarships for graduates who wish to resume academic studies after a break of at least three years since formal enrolment in a university program, the break normally being due to fulfillment of family obligations. Eligible programs include PhD, Professional Doctorate by Research, MPhil.  Maximum duration for PhD or Professional Doctorate three years with a possible six-month extension; for MPhil one year with a possible extension of up to a further twelve months. Requirements: 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.	Online application forms
Research School of Earth Sciences A.E. Ringwood scholarships The value of this scholarship is $8002 (it is $28009 with the EIPRS/ANU PhD scholarship) Closing Date for Applications: 31/08	The A.E. Ringwood Scholarships are designed to attract students of high calibre to pursue PhD research in Earth Sciences. Eligible Program is PhD.  Maximum duration is three years full-time, with a possible six month extension.  Other benefits include full tuition fee; travel to Canberra from within Australia; travel to Canberra from outside Australia; reimbursement of some removal expenses. Requirements: Bachelors degree with first-class honours, or a research Masters degree from a recognised university; International Students.	Online application forms Applicants are also strongly encouraged to make contact with the Graduate Studies Convener for Earth Sciences or a prospective supervisor, prior to lodging an application, to discuss the proposed research topic and related matters.
Research School of Earth Sciences John Conrad Jaeger Scholarship $8,002 Closing Date for Applications: 31/8	The John Conrad Jaeger Scholarship is a stipend top-up awarded in conjunction with an Australian Postgraduate Award Scholarship. Eligible Program is PhD.  Maximum duration is three years full-time, with a possible six month extension.  Other benefits include travel to Canberra from within Australia; reimbursement of some removal expenses. Requirements: Bachelors degree with first-class honours, or a research Masters degree from a recognised university; Australian and New Zealand citizens; Permanent residents of Australia; Only outstanding candidates will be considered for this scholarship.	Online application forms Applicants are also strongly encouraged to make contact with the Graduate Studies Convener for Earth Sciences or a prospective supervisor, prior to lodging an application, to discuss the proposed research topic and related matters.
Research School of Earth Sciences Merit Scholarships $6,158 Closing Date for Applications: 31/8	The Merit Scholarships are stipend top-ups awarded in conjunction with an Australian Postgraduate Award Scholarship or an ANU PhD Scholarship for study in the Research School of Earth Sciences. Other benefits may include funding for a computer, research project costs, relevant conference and fieldwork travel. Requirements: Bachelors degree with first class honours or a research Master's degree or equivalent from a recognized University; Permanent residents of Australia and New Zealand.	Online application form (pdf)
Research School of Earth Sciences Mervyn And Katalin Paterson Fellowship (Travel Grant) $7,000 Closing Date for Applications: 30/09	The Fellowship is awarded annually on a competitive basis to permit students to travel overseas to attend a major international conference, summer school or to visit an overseas institution in order to gain valuable research or laboratory experience. Emphasis is on enrichment and diversification of the student's experience and must be directly relevant to the PhD topic. Funding is drawn from an endowment from Emeritus Professor Mervyn S. Paterson and Mrs Katalin Paterson supported by the University's Endowment for Excellence. Eligible Program is PhD.  Maximum duration is three months full-time. Submissions to RSES will be considered by the Mervyn and Katalin Paterson Fellowship Committee, comprising the Director, RSES or his/her nominee, plus two other members of the academic staff of the School chosen each year by Faculty Board, RSES. Applications should be supported by the supervisor and include a well defined proposal indicating how the student will benefit from the experience. If the proposal is for time at another institution details of the host institution’s acceptance must be provided. Details of any support from the host institution or other sources must also be provided. Requirements: Postgraduate research students, enrolled full time in RSES and who have been enrolled for a minimum of 6 months; Students may not take up the Fellowship until after successful completion of their mid-term review; Australian and New Zealand citizens; Permanent residents of Australia; International Students.	Email RSES for details
Rhodes Scholarships Tuition scholarship Closing Date for Applications: 01/09	The Rhodes Trust offers eleven Rhodes Scholarships in Australia each year, one for each State and five for Australia at Large. A Rhodes Scholarship is tenable at the University of Oxford. All fees are paid by the Trust directly to the College. In addition, a Rhodes Scholar receives a personal stipend and assistance with travelling expenses to the United Kingdom. Requirements: Applicants must be Australian citizens and have passed their eighteenth and not reached their twenty-fifth birthday by 1 October.	Online application information Enquiries may be directed to: Karen Holt Honorary Secretary Rhodes Scholarships for Australia at Large Room 1.09, Chancelry Building #10 The Australian National University CANBERRA ACT 0200 Phone: + 61 2 6125 2825 Fax: + 61 2 61258524
Rural Research and Development Scholarships Varying Closing Date for Applications: N/A	The Forest and Wood Products, Fisheries Research and Development, Land and Water and Rural Industries Research and Development Corporations each provide research scholarships. Requirements: Australian students.	See the corporate websites for further information: Forest and Wood Products Fisheries Research and Development Land and Water Rural Industries Research and Development
University House Postgraduate Research Scholarships $20,427 Closing Date for Applications: 31/10	The University House funds a small number (up to two) of scholarships for Doctor of Philosophy or Professional Doctorate by research. Eligible Programs include PhD, Professional Doctorate by Research.  Maximum duration is three years full-time, with a possible six month extension.  Other benefits include travel to Canberra from within Australia; reimbursement of some removal expenses; thesis reimbursement allowance. Requirements: Bachelors degree with first-class honours, or a research Masters degree from a recognised university; Australian and New Zealand citizens; Permanent residents of Australia.	Online application forms Or you can contact the Research Students Office: Phone: + 61 2 6125 5949 Fax: + 61 2 6125 5931 email: ressch.enq@anu.edu.au