CHARLES STURT UNIVERSITY (CSU)-AGRTP

AGRTP-International scholarships are generally for full-time study towards higher degrees by research. These scholarships are highly competitive, and only applicants who meet the following eligibility criteria will be considered:

1. Commencing a CSU, HDR program, or currently enrolled
2. Enrolling as a full-time student, or in exceptional circumstances, granted CSU approval for a part-time scholarship in line with the CSU policy on AGRTP Scholarships. AGRTP-International scholarships will not be available to those who:
3. Are enrolled concurrently in any other program, unless it is essential to the success of the HDR, or exceptional circumstances exist and are approved.
4. Are receiving another Common wealth-funded postgraduate research scholarship For applicants whose enrolment in a Higher Degree by Research is dependent on receipt of a scholarship, we recommend that you do not submit a separate application for admission until the outcome of the scholarship round is announced.

Stated amount: 35,000 Stipend Full-Time: $35,000 per annum, payable in fortnightly installments to a nominated Australian bank account. Tuition Fees: AGRTP-International scholarship candidates are exempt from fees for a period equivalent to three years (six sessions) for PhD/Research Doctorate OR two years (four sessions) for a Research Master at full-time study. Operating Funds: Scholarship recipients are allocated an allowance per session of enrolment to assist with the reimbursement of costs associated with the candidate's research. Relocation Allowance: Scholarship recipients may be eligible to receive a relocation allowance for the cost of relocating themselves, their spouse, and dependants to a CSU campus, to a maximum of AUD 5,

1. Health insurance: All International students studying in Australia are required to purchase and maintain Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC). An AGRTP-International covers the cost of a standard OSHC policy for the candidate and their dependents for three (3) years (full-time equivalent). The number of scholarships is subject to availability for more please visit the

Applications are assessed against three key areas:

1. Previous Academic Performance Academic merit as an indicator of capacity makes up around 70% of the assessment. This assessment considers the nature and level of the applicant's highest, relevant qualification as well as the grade point average (GPA) achieved in that program.
2. Research and/or Professional Experience Evidence of an applicant's research achievements and relevant professional experience contributes up to around 15% of the assessment. This includes such aspects as peer-reviewed research outputs, high-esteem academic awards, and prizes, relevant research or professional experience.
3. Research Alignment and Supervisor Capacity at CSU Alignment with strategic research priorities and strengths contributes up to around 15% of the assessment. This includes the strength of alignment with the CSU Research Narrative; the supervisory capacity and the strength of the research environment within the field of research; and the expected impact and end-user engagement of the proposed research. Other Info Scholarship Duration
4. AGRTP scholarships are normally tenable for four years for Research Doctorate studies (4 years FTE tuition fee coverage and 3 years FTE for stipend and operating funds allowances), and two years for Research Masters studies subject to satisfactory progress.
5. An extension of up to six months may be granted for Research Doctorates (stipend and operating funds components only), where the candidate is making satisfactory progress and the grounds for the extension relate to the study and are beyond the control of the candidate.
6. Scholarship candidates are entitled to 20 paid annual leave working days per year, and 10 paid sick leave days per year and may be eligible for up to 12 weeks paid maternity leave.