University of Melbourne offers Graduate Scholarships to Study in Australia

Scholarship Overview (Updated July 2012):

Melbourne International Research Scholarships (MIRS) is awarded to international students wishing to undertake graduate research degree studies at the University of Melbourne.

Host School(s):

Study in – Australia
The University of Melbourne. located in Melbourne Australia was established in 1853. It is a public-spirited institution that makes distinctive contributions to society in research, teaching and engagement.

Field(s) of Study:

Any graduate degree at the University – for a complete list of degrees click here
MIRSs are funded by the University with each faculty having a limited number to award.

What does the scholarship cover?

a living allowance of $23,728 per annum (2012 rate)
a Relocation Grant of $2,000 awarded to students who are moving from interstate in order to study at the University of Melbourne or $3,000 awarded to those who are moving from overseas
a Thesis Allowance of up to $420 (2012 rate) for masters by research and up to $840 (2012 rate) for PhD and other doctorate by research candidates, and

How many scholarships are given?

Each year the University offers about 200 new Melbourne Research Scholarships (MRSs), of which about 150 are normally awarded to international students as MIRSs.

Which countries are targeted?

Am I Eligible to Apply?

Have received an unconditional course offer for entry to a research higher degree
Have completed tertiary studies that are at least equivalent to a 4-year Australian Honours degree that included a research project/component in the final year.
Have obtained First Class Honours (ie. H1) results are required to be competitive.

Closing Date:

How to I Apply? – Next Steps:

Applicants must have applied for, or be currently enrolled in, a graduate research degree at the UoM.
So therefore you must apply to the University first. Here is a page with a quick reference guide to how to apply – START HERE
Applicants who are seeking a scholarship to support their enrollment in a graduate research degree course should apply well before 31 August.

How do I get more information?

On the School – http://www.unimelb.edu.au/
On the Scholarship – http://services.unimelb.edu.au/scholarships/research/local/available/mrs#application
On the Application process – http://www.futurestudents.unimelb.edu.au/admissions/applications/research
Contact info – Melbourne Scholarships, John Smyth Building, The University of Melbourne, VICTORIA 3010, Australia
Email – 13melb@unimelb.edu.au