For details of available scholarships providing support consult the Scholarships Unit and to faculty scholarships and discuss support with your potential supervisor and the Postgraduate Studies Coordinator . Masters and PhD programs do not currently involve course fees and are HECS exempt. The Graduate Diploma and Higher Degree Qualifying programs are usually fee-paying and you should check the current cost with the Postgraduate Section . These cover course fees for Masters and Doctoral research programs but do not pay a living allowance. However, Schools and Faculties may contribute to living costs and you should check the current situation with the Postgraduate Studies Coordinator .
Funding is available from a number of sources.
They are competitive and you will need a first class honours degree to obtain one. Applications are submitted to the university at which you propose to study and the closing date is 31st October each year. Full details are available from the Scholarships Unit . The Faculty of Science may offer a limited number of scholarships for research degrees and details of current offerings may be viewed on the Science Web pages or obtained from the Faculty Office . Under certain circumstances your supervisor may be able to offer a Scholarship which will cover or contribute to living expenses.