ABRS National Taxonomy Research Grant Program for Masters and PhD APA top-up scholarships

Scholarship Description

The ABRS is offering applicants starting a Ph.D. on an Australian Postgraduate Award (APA) in 2012 the opportunity to top up the existing APA rate ($22 860 in 2011) by $10 000 per year. The Ph.D. research project of applicants must be focused on taxonomy or systematics analysis and address the ABRS Research Priorities. At least $5 000 of the Top-Up must be used to supplement research costs, with up to $5 000 of the Top-Up used to supplement living costs. Evidence of an APA and enrolment will need to be provided to the ABRS by 31 January 2012. See website for details and apply.

Reference Number:	433
Study Subject:	Taxonomy, Systematics, Biodiversity, Conservation, Endangered Species, Animal Health
Web Address:	http://www.environment.gov.au/biodiversity/abrs/funding-and-research/capacity-grants/index.html
Provided By:	Australian Biological Resources Study
Level:	Post Graduate (Research)

Availability

This scholarship is offered annually to an unspecified number of people. Open for applications until October 28, 2011.

Payment Information

The value of this scholarship is AUD10000 (total amount). This award is to be used for miscellaneous purposes. This scholarship is paid See Scheme Summary.

Research Information

This scholarship is for one of the following fields of research: AGRICULTURAL, VETERINARY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES or BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES.

Eligibility

This scholarship is for study in Australia. Only citizens of Australia or AUS permanent resident can apply.

Application Details

To apply for this scholarship you must apply directly to the scholarship provider. Terms and conditions are subject to change. Always confirm details with scholarship provider before applying.

General info ABRS (Grants Officert) Email: abrs.grants@environment.gov.au Address: GPO Box 787 Canberra ACT, Australia 2601