Australian university opens applications for ocean science scholarship 2025

Australian university opens applications for ocean science scholarship 2025.

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is now accepting applications for the 2025 Ocean Science Scholarship, which offers financial support to both domestic and international students pursuing advanced research in ocean-related fields.

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About the UWA Ocean Science Scholarship

Offered through UWA’s Oceans Graduate School, the scholarship supports students conducting innovative research in various ocean science disciplines, including oceanography, hydrodynamics, offshore geotechnical engineering, coastal engineering, marine geoscience, and marine ecology.

Eligibility Criteria for the Ocean Science Scholarship

To apply for the Ocean Science Scholarship, students must be enrolled in a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or Master of Philosophy (MPhil) program. The scholarship offers AUD $37,500 annually as a stipend to successful applicants.

Academic Qualifications

Applicants must meet specific academic qualifications, which include:

Eligibility Criteria for the Ocean Science Scholarship

To qualify for the Ocean Science Scholarship, applicants must:

Hold a Master’s or Honours degree with a first-class honours result, or a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 80 or higher.
Be eligible to start a PhD or MPhil at UWA and demonstrate a strong commitment to ocean science research.
The scholarship is open to both domestic and international students.

How to Apply for the UWA Ocean Science Scholarship

The application process includes several key steps:

Identify a Supervisor: Applicants must find a potential supervisor whose research aligns with their interests. Information about potential supervisors is available on the Oceans Graduate School website.
Submit Application: After choosing a supervisor, visit the PhD or MPhil course sections on UWA’s online portal, click “Enquire here,” and create an account to submit the application. Applicants must indicate they are applying for the Ocean Science Scholarship in their submission.
Current Students: Students already enrolled in a PhD or MPhil program at UWA can express their interest in the scholarship by contacting the Graduate Research School via askUWA.