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Published: 03 Aug 2022 1,005 views
The awards are to enable students normally resident in the UK to undertake a higher degree at an Australian university for up to three years.
?The Northcote (Postgraduate) Scholarships are awarded by the Northcote Trust, and administered on the Trust's behalf by the Britain-Australia Society.
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| Application Deadline | 26 Aug 2022 |
| School to study | Flinders University |
| Type | Postgraduate |
| Sponsor | Flinders University |
| Gender | Men and Women |
The scholarship provides:
Visa costs
An economy return airfare to Australia
Payment of compulsory university fees and charges as specified in the Northcote Postgraduate Scholarship PDF.
A generous living allowance, paid quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions
Please read Northcote Postgraduate Scholarship PDF thoroughly before contacting the office as the answer is likely to be there.
There is no limitation on the field of study. Applicants must be resident in the UK (or one of its dependencies or territories) and need to ascertain their own eligibility for a postgraduate programme (MA or PhD) in Australia.
The Trustees particularly welcome proposals for PhD and research-based Masters programmes.
Study must commence within one year of the award.
The flight out must be taken within one year of the award
No funds above those stated will be entertained
The award is granted for no longer than 3 years
Scholars are responsible for arranging their own visa, health cover, insurance etc.
A yearly report (and half-year update) must be submitted on progress and expenditure. This must be supported by course supervisors. Continuation of the grant depends on satisfactory reports
A comprehensive report on completion of the study is also required
A completed Northcote Postgraduate Scholarship application form which includes:
Contact details
A summary CV
A statement from the applicant on the proposed course (1 or 2 pages)
A statement of why the study must be undertaken in Australia
Two references, on the form provided, from persons able to assess the academic potential and character of the applicant
A firm offer from the university. If no offer has yet been obtained then a statement from the host institution in Australia indicating that programme of study can be appropriately pursued there and that the candidate is eligible and has been given provisional acceptance.
For more details, visit Flinders University website.
