William T Southcott Scholarship
University of South Australia
The William T. Southcott Scholarship has been established as a result of a bequest from Mr William T. Southcott. The scholarship will be offered to outstanding students to undertake a PhD in the field of practical engineering at the University of South Australia. The scholarship is a prestigious award, and the recipient should have an outstanding academic record as well as leadership potential and personal attributes suitable for the award.
Eligibility
Applicants must: be Australian citizens, permanent residents of Australia or international students. Applicants must meet the entry criteria for the award of a Doctor of Philosophy at the University of South Australia. In addition, applicants require an outstanding academic record; good communication skills and leadership potential. Applicants will be assessed on the basis of a short essay outlining their vision for the proposed research and its potential benefits to industry.
Further details
Applications for international students close in August; applications for domestic students close in October.
| Amount | $35,000 The scholarship provides $35,000 per year for a period of 3 years, consisting of an annual stipend of $32,000 (tax free) and an annual amount of $3,000 towards research costs such as conferences, overseas study and minor expenses. |
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| Closing date | 31 August; 31 October |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Duration | years |
| Student type | Australian and New Zealand |
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| Level of study | Postgraduate |
| Field of studys | Engineering and technology |
