Deadline: 16 September 2005
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Lodging an application
Applications are now being sought until the closing date of 16 September 2005. Applications should be submitted online by using the attached Application form (430 KB). Late applications or supporting documentation will not be considered.
The two-step application process requires the:
* completed application form to be lodged by email at endeavour.australia-asia@dest.gov.au ; and the
* supporting documentation faxed to +61 2 6123 7964
For those applicants who are unable to submit their application electronically, you are required to submit the following:
* One (1) original application form and three (3) additional copies of the application form; and
* One (1) original certified set of all Supporting Documentation and three (3) additional copies of the Supporting Documentation.
The completed Application Package should be mailed to:
The Endeavour Programme
South, SE Asia, Middle East and Scholarships
International Cooperation Branch (442)
Australian Education International
DEST
Level 4, 72 Northbourne Avenue
GPO Box 9880
CANBERRA ACT 2601
AUSTRALIA
Feedback concerning unsuccessful applications
Feedback will not be provided as to why applicants were not selected. Each year the number of well qualified applicants greatly outnumbers the scholarships available. Final selection and the procedures to achieve this selection are at the discretion of the selection panel and DEST and no correspondence will be entered into.
Selection Criteria
In evaluating applications, the following criteria will be applied:
* a record of high-level academic achievement in the applicant’s chosen field of study;
* a well defined study or research programme, or a well thought out proposal for professional development;
* a proposal that, ideally, is relevant to the needs and interests of Australia and the applicant’s home country;
* demonstrated progress towards receiving admission or affiliation with an Australian higher education institution;
* the applicant’s potential to participate at a high level in the academic or wider community in his/her home country on return from Australia; and
* the potential for ongoing collaboration with Australia in his/her field of expertise on returning home.
Selection process
Applications are first reviewed to determine whether they meet the eligibility requirements. A selection panel will be formed to consider eligible applications and make its recommendations to DEST for final approval.
Significant dates
Opening of competition 9 May 2005
Closing date 16 September 2005
Selection panel meets End October 2005
Awards announced Mid November 2005
Awards must be taken up during 2006 Australian academic year
Conditions of awards
Certain conditions and limitations apply to the awards, which must be observed by all award holders. They are outlined below.
* Award holders must undertake:
- degree studies for an Australian masters by research or coursework; or
- an Australian doctorate degree; or
- research in Australia towards a masters degree in the award holder's home country; or
- research in Australia towards a doctorate degree in the award holder’s home country.
* Awards must be taken up in the academic year following selection. Awards cannot be deferred.
* It is the responsibility of award holders to confirm enrolment or affiliation with the host institution. An award is conditional upon gaining entry to an Australian higher education institution.
* Award holders are required to undertake a medical examination to satisfy health requirements for the issue of a visa for entry into Australia.
* Award holders are required to maintain Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) while in Australia to satisfy requirements for the issue of a visa for entry into Australia.
* Should an award holder be prevented for any reason from taking up their award within a reasonable timeframe, DEST may, at its absolute discretion, withdraw the offer of an award.
* It is the responsibility of successful candidates to apply for and satisfy the requirements for the issue of an appropriate entry visa to Australia. The offer of an award does not guarantee the granting of a visa.
* Award holders must follow the approved programme and abide by the rules of the host institution.
* Award holders are expected to reside in Australia throughout the award period and to seek prior approval for any overseas visits from both the host institution and Scholarships Administrator (the contractor appointed by DEST to administer the award programme).
* Any changes to the successful candidate’s programme or itinerary must have the prior approval of Scholarships Administrator (the contractor appointed by DEST to administer the award programme).
* The host institution will notify Scholarships Administrator (the contractor appointed by DEST to administer the award programme) of any circumstances, which could lead to the suspension of an award. Stipends are not payable during suspensions, including suspension due to illness.
* The award may be terminated at any time for misconduct, for breaches of the conditions of the award, or for failure to make satisfactory academic progress. Academic progress will be assessed against academic reports provided by the host institution and the programme outlined in the award holder’s application.
* Award holders are expected to return to their home country at the completion of their study/research programme in Australia.
Holding other scholarships
Award holders are permitted to hold other scholarships, including the Endeavour International Postgraduate Research Scholarships (IPRS). It is the responsibility of award holders to check the conditions placed on other scholarships that they may be offered, before accepting those awards.
Enquiries
For further information about this Award please contact endeavour.scholarships@dest.gov.au
Useful links
* 2006 Endeavour Asia Awards
* Study in Australia
* Australian Department of Immigration and Multicultural and Indigenous Affairs
* Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
* Australian Customs
* Australian Tourism Commission
DEST International Network: http://aei.dest.gov.au/
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