However, please note that some faculties may require higher scores. Melbourne International Scholarships are awarded on academic merit and demonstrated research potential but additional criteria may be taken into account, such as Faculty quotas, graduation from a university that is a member of Universitas 21 or a major exchange partner. Applicants are assessed by Departments and the Postgraduate Scholarships Committee under strict guidelines applied to the candidate's academic record. The Scholarship score is used to rank all applicants in order of merit. They are applicable to all courses within faculty quotas.
Selection is based on academic merit and demonstrated research potential.
The minimum qualification for an IPRS is a first class honours degree or a first division with distinction. Publications in refereed journals are also taken into consideration. In accordance with Commonwealth regulations, New Zealand citizens are not eligible. Age restrictions do not apply. The University of Melbourne 1994-2000.