Postgraduate Coursework Scholarships for Indian Students at University of Queensland in Australia

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University of Queensland offers Postgraduate Coursework Scholarships for Indian Students in the field of  Biotechnology, Bioinformatics or Molecular Biology. The value of scholarships are approximately AUD $14800 per year, based on an indicative annual fee of AUD $29600. These scholarships are intended for newly commencing students and is not available for students who have already commenced studies at the University of Queensland. Applicants can apply till 31 October 2013 for a Semester 1 (February) commencement.

Study Subject(s): Scholarships are provided in the field of Biotechnology, Bioinformatics or Molecular Biology.
Course Level: These scholarships are available for pursuing postgraduate degree level at University of Queensland.
Scholarship Provider: University of Queensland, Australia
Scholarship can be taken at: Australia

Eligibility: An applicant is eligible for the scholarship, if the applicant -

-submits an application to the Head, by the closing date for applications; and

-is a citizen of India; and

-achieved a GPA (or overseas equivalent) of 80% over 7 semesters of undergraduate studies or 75%  over 8 semesters of undergraduate studies at a higher education institution in India; and

-is able to commence as an international student in Australia on a student visa.

Scholarship Open for International Students: The students of India can apply for these scholarships.

Scholarship Description: The School of Chemistry & Molecular Biosciences at The University of Queensland invites outstanding students who are citizens of India to apply for a postgraduate coursework scholarship to cover 50% of tuition fees in the Master of Biotechnology, Master of Molecular Biology or Master of Bioinformatics programs. In Australia, our graduates enjoy an employment rate higher than the national average. We currently have almost 100 students in our postgraduate biotechnology and molecular biology programs, including high-achieving students from India, some of whom have gone on to postgradutate research in Australia and to successful careers in India and around the world.

Number of award(s): Two scholarships are offered.

Duration of award(s): The maximum period of tenure for the scholarships are for the standard full-time duration of the program unless otherwise stated.

What does it cover? Approximately AUD$ 14800 per year, based on an indicative annual fee of AUD$ 29600. Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students’ actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.

Selection Criteria: The successful applicant will be selected on academic achievement as well as the quality of their 500 word expression of interest

Notification: Successful applicants will be notified in December.

How to Apply: Download an application form via this link (Word) or this (PDF) and send by electronically.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 31 October 2013 for a Semester 1 (February) commencement.

Further Official Scholarship Information and Application

Postgraduate Coursework Scholarships for Indian Students at University of Queensland in Australia