Scholarship Region 

International Region : Australia

Scholarship For 

Higher studies

Last Date 

30/04/2024

Scholarship Amount 

2,460,000

Scholarship Type 

Government

Scholarship Fields 

Other

Scholarship General Information 

The Australia Awards John Allwright Fellowship is a scholarship offered by the Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR) and co-funded by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. John Allwright Fellowships are awarded to partner-country scientists involved in ACIARsupported collaborative research projects to undertake postgraduate training at Australian universities.

The primary aim of the John Allwright Fellowship is to enhance research capacity in ACIAR’s partner country institutions. Whilst individual awardees will benefit from the Scheme, it is important to note that partner country institutions are the key targets.
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Eligibility Criteria 

Although applications are welcome from participants in both bilateral and multilateral (IARC) projects, applicants must be working with ACIAR projects in a current partner developing country. Applicants must be citizens of the country in which they are working.

To be eligible for selection, a candidate must:

1. At the time of applying, hold qualifications that would be assessed to be equivalent to at least an Australian bachelor’s degree in a discipline that is relevant to the proposed area of postgraduate study;

2. Be a scientist or economist from the developing country partner, who is actively involved in a collaborative research project supported by ACIAR at the time of application (in some cases, ACIAR will consider supporting researchers from “advanced pipeline” projects, i.e. in cases where a full project proposal has been approved by ACIAR);

3. Be jointly supported in the application by the Australian and partner country Project Leaders;

4. Obtain approval from the employing institution who must agree to the absence of the candidate should he/she receive a scholarship for the period involved in obtaining the postgraduate qualification; and

5. Demonstrate that he/she is employed on a permanent rather than short-term contract basis.

6. Within the Fellowship Scheme, ACIAR strives to meet the Australian government policy on gender equity, and reflect ACIAR’s training policies and strategies.

Award Amount  

The Awards are offered for the minimum period necessary for the individual to complete the academic program specified by the Australian higher education institution, including any preparatory training.

The following benefits generally apply:

1. Full tuition fees Return air travel—payment of a single return, economy class airfare to and from Australia, via the most direct route

2. Establishment allowance—a once-only payment of A$5,000 as a contribution towards accommodation expenses, textbooks, study materials

3. Contribution to Living Expenses (CLE) is a fortnightly contribution to basic living expenses paid at a rate determined by the department.CLE payable to Scholars studying under an Australia Awards John Allwright Fellowship is A$30,000 per year.

4. Introductory Academic Program (IAP)—a compulsory 4-6 week program prior to the commencement of formal academic studies covering information on life and study in Australia.

5. Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the duration of the award (for award holder only) —provided to cover the student's basic medical costs (with the exception of pre-existing conditions)

6. Pre-course English (PCE) fees—if deemed necessary PCE may be available for students for in-country and/or in-Australia training

7. Supplementary Academic Support may be available to ensure a Scholar's academic success or enhance their academic experience 

8. Fieldwork (for research students only)—may be available for eligible research students for up to two return economy class airfares for a Masters student or up to three for a PhD student, via the most direct route to their country of citizenship.

9. Entry into ACIAR's John Allwright Fellowship Executive Leadership Program - a 15-month complementary studies program.

No. of Scholarships Available 

No information available.

Important Dates 

Application Fee 

No infrmation available.

Application Procedure 

There is one call for nominations per year. Candidates must submit their applications. An offer of an award is only valid for the Australian academic year following the calendar year in which the offer is made.

It is important that Project Leaders check the eligibility of proposed candidates before application, including the selection criteria used by the Committee in the competitive process. Any queries may be directed to the appropriate Research Program Manager or the Project Officer, Capacity Building: Fellowships@aciar.gov.au

Applying online Go to the Online Australia Scholarships Information System (OASIS). The first step is to register in OASIS as this will enable you to logon, create and complete an application. For instructions on how to register and create an application in OASIS please see the OASIS Applicant User Guide.

For further details, please check-

https://www.aciar.gov.au/sites/default/files

Selection Process 

1. First All the application form will be evaluated.

2. After evaluation, eligible candidates will be shortlisted for the scholarship.

3. Shortlisting of candidates will be done by authorities.

Other Info 

The John Allwright Fellowship (JAF) is offered by ACIAR as part of the broader Australian Awards framework. Scholarship inclusions can be found via the link below. Successful ACIAR JAFs will receive additional pastoral care through the JAF Support Facility and can participate in our JAF Executive Leadership Program (JAFel), a professional development program covering a range of topics to support JAFs bridge the gap between study and the next stages of our Fellow's career development.

Contact Details 

38 Thynne St, Bruce ACT 2617

Phone: 61 2 6217 0500 

Fax: 61 2 6217 0501

ABN: 34 864 955427

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https://www.aciar.gov.au