Research Fellowships and Scholarships
Curtin Business School (CBS) recognises research and development as one of its core business activities and is committed to fostering an environment supportive of research endeavour. There are a number of fellowships and scholarship available to encourage and support excellence in research activities. Some of these programs are available to CBS staff only. Further details on these can be found in StartingPoint (staff access only).
Other programs are available to non Curtin researchers (some by invitation only). Details are given below:
Research Fellowships
The research fellowship scheme aims to attract high quality post doctoral researchers with excellent potential for providing future academic and research leadership at the University. It is highly competitive and continues to be amongst the most prestigious Fellowship schemes in Australia. Curtin University of Technology will offer up to thirteen Research Fellowships commencing in 2010.
- Early Career Researcher Fellowship: Up to five ECR Fellowships for suitably qualified applicants who received their PhD within the last five years
- Senior Research Fellowship: Up to eight SR Fellowships for suitably qualified applicants with more than five years post-doctoral experience.
Fellowships are for a period of 4 years, with the possibility of renewal. Preference will be given to applicants who are able to make significant contributions to the following targeted areas of research activity:
- Social Infrastructure and Built Environment
- Mineral Chemistry
- Creativity and Communication
- Environmental Science/Engineering
- Digital Ecosystems
- Chronic Disease
- Energy Markets
- Population Health
- Emerging Sciences
Applications: Successful applicants will be appointed as a staff member within the Enrolling Area sponsoring the Fellowship application.
It is therefore critical that the potential Fellow liaise directly with the appropriate Head of Enrolling Area prior to submitting an application to ensure that the proposed project and activities align with the Area's Strategic Plan. Applications without the signature of the appropriate Head of Enrolling Area to confirm support will not be considered.
The Fellowships are not restricted to Australian citizens. Applicants must have completed a research doctoral degree.
More information
HDR Scholarships
CBS will provide six Higher Degree by Research scholarships annually by invitation and not by application. These will be awarded to 3 international students through the IPRS and CIPRS and 3 domestic students through the CUPS and APA schemes. Students applying for either an IPRS or an APA will automatically be considered and do not need to submit a separate application for a CBS Scholarship.
International Postgraduate Research Scholarship (IPRS)
The IPRS provides:
- course tuition fees for two years for a Masters degree by Research and three years for a Doctoral research degree (an extension is possible for Doctoral programs only); and
- health insurance cover for students and dependants.
All successful IPRS applicants will also receive a Curtin University Postgraduate Scholarship (CUPS) which provides a living allowance of approximately $20,427 (2009 value) per annum.
Curtin International Postgraduate Research Scholarship (CIPRS)
The CIPRS provides:
- Course tuition fees for two years for a Masters degree by research and three years for a Doctoral research degree (an extension is possible for Doctoral programs only); and
- An annual living allowance at least equivalent to the Australian Postgraduate Award (APA) $20,427 in 2009.
Curtin University Postgraduate Scholarships (CUPS)
CUPS are awarded to students of exceptional research potential undertaking a higher degree by research (HDR) in 2010. The Curtin University Postgraduate Scholarship (CUPS) enable study for a period of two years for a Master by Research and three years, with a possible extension of up to six months, for a Doctoral degree.
The CUPS provides:
- An annual living allowance of $20,427 (2009 value). This stipend is indexed annually and is tax-free unless taken on a part-time basis.
- A thesis allowance; and a relocation allowance for successful applicants who relocate from another Australian state to take up the award
- In addition, all successful applicants of the CUPS will receive a Curtin Research Scholarship (CRS) bringing the total scholarship package to $25,000pa tax free.
Australian Postgraduate Award (APA) Scholarships
APA Scholarships are awarded to students of exceptional research potential undertaking a higher degree by research (HDR) at Curtin in 2010.
The APA provides:
- An annual living allowance of $20,427 (2009 value). This Stipend is indexed annually and is tax-free unless taken on a part-time basis.
- A thesis allowance; and a relocation allowance for successful applicants who relocate from another Australian state to take up the APA at Curtin*.
In addition, all successful applicants of the APA will receive a Curtin Research Scholarships (CRS) bringing the total scholarship package to $30,000 pa tax free.
The Australian Postgraduate Award (APA) enable study for a period of two years for a Master by Research and three years, with a possible extension of up to six months, for a Doctoral degree.
Further information on IPRS and CIPRS scholarships can be accessed here and further information on the APA and CUPS Scholarships can be accessed here. (via Curtin Scholarships)
For further information please contact :
Kathryn Peckham
Research Student Coordinator
Tel: +61 8 9266 4301
Fax: +61 8 9266 7694
Email: cbs-hdr@curtin.edu.au
