Scholarships and Bursaries

Graduate House offers scholarships and bursaries to its Resident Members to assist them in reaching their academic goals. One Research Scholarship and a number of coursework Bursaries are awarded each year. To enquire about or to apply for these awards, please contact reception, telephone (+61 3 9347 3428) or email (admingh@graduatehouse.com.au) our offices.

Research Scholarship Application

The Graduate House Research Scholarship provides financial support to a Resident Member of The Graduate Union who is enrolled in a research post-graduate degree at a masters or a doctoral degree level.

Amount $3,000

2020 Schedule	Applications open	23 February
	Applications due by 4.00PM	1 April
	Interviews held	8 April
	Successful candidate announced	9 April
	Successful candidate receives scholarship and gives a 5 to 7 minute presentation to Members prior to the annual General Meeting	27 May

Candidate Eligibility This scholarship is open to Members of The Graduate Union who:

are in residence at Graduate House at the time of applying for the scholarship and, by 30 June, will have accumulated at least four (4) months of residency;
are enrolled at a university to undertake a post-graduate research degree at a masters or doctoral degree level;
have had their candidature confirmed (that is, are not in the probationary period);
have not received a Graduate House Research Scholarship or Bursary previously; and
are available to give a 5-7 minutes presentation in person at the annual General Meeting; and
are willing to provide a story for publication in the Melbourne Graduate.

Applications which do not meet all of the above criteria will not be submitted to the selection panel.

Selection Criteria

Criterion	Basis for rating	Maximum score
Innovation	The research being undertaken by the applicant is potentially world-class, original and important.		10
Purpose	The funds will be used for a well-described and well-defined specific purpose within the applicant’s research project. Suitable specific purposes include but are not limited to: (a) the purchase or hire of specialised equipment and/or consumables; (b) attendance at a key international conference to present results; (c) payment of research expenses such as travel to field sites or payment for research subjects; and (d) publication or intellectual property costs (e.g., to print final dissertation; to print an article in a journal; to obtain a patent).		10
Justification	The funds will help to progress the applicant’s research (for example but not limited to: (a) through inclusion of a needed project component; (b) by increasing the degree of innovation of the research; (c) by translating the research for public benefit; (d) by increasing the dissemination of research results; (e) by supporting the building of research networks; and/or (d) through supporting the applicant to complete and publish the dissertation and research outcomes.)		10
Accountability	A budget will show clearly how the funds are to be spent. Quotes and receipts (if available) or realistic estimates will be provided to demonstrate specific purpose expenditure. Funds will not be expended on general living expenses (accommodation, food, utilities, etc.).		10
Professionalism	The submitted documentation is professional, presented clearly and shows attention to detail.		10
Presentation and Interview	The resume describes the applicant’s personal and academic history and demonstrates the applicant’s ability to represent The Graduate Union and the legacy of the bursary with dignity and honour.		10

Name*
Enter your title (prefix), first name and last name
Title First name Surname
Mobile*
Enter your mobile number
Email*
Enter Email Confirm Email
Qualifications*
Name of degree Year awarded University
Current Study*
University of enrolment Enrolment number Course name and number Enrolment start date (mm/yy) Anticipated end date (mm/yy)
Confirmation Date*
DD slash MM slash YYYY
Confirmation of Candidature Panel*
Residency at Graduate House*
Residency start date (mm/yy) Anticipated end date (mm/yy)
Abstract: The overall research proposal abstract which was approved by the relevant post-graduate research confirmation committee of the university at which you are enrolled (250 words maximum)*
Innovation: An outline of why the applicant's research is considered to be world-class, original and important (100 words)*
Purpose: An outline of how the scholarship funds will be used for a well-described and well-defined specific purpose within the applicant's research project (50 words maximum)*
Justification: An outline of how the funds will help to progress the applicant's research, its excellence, its application and its completion (50 words maximum)*
Accountability: Provide an itemised breakdown (budget) of how the funds will be expended.*
Cost name Brief explanation of cost Date cost is incurred Cost $AUD
Please enter a value between 0 and 3000.

The Graduate House Research Scholarship provides financial support to a Resident Member of The Graduate Union who is enrolled in a research post-graduate degree at a masters or a doctoral degree level up to an amount of $3,000.
List (and attach) the quotes and receipts that will be used as evidence of specific project expenditure (50 words maximum).*
Resume*
Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, jpg, gif, png, Max. file size: 3 MB.
I confirm that:*
I am in residence at Graduate House at the time of applying for this bursary and for a period of not less than three (3) months.
I confirm that:*
I am enrolled at a university to undertake post-graduate coursework studies at a diploma, masters or professional doctorate level.
I confirm that:*
I have not received a Graduate House Bursary or Research Scholarship previously.
I confirm that:*
Should I be successful in being awarded a bursary, I will be available in person to receive this award at the annual General Meeting.
I confirm that:*
I am willing to provide a story for publication in the Melbourne Graduate about my ‘graduate pathway’.
Name
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Cost name	Brief explanation of cost	Date cost is incurred	Cost $AUD
			Please enter a value between 0 and 3000.

Bursary Application

The Graduate House Bursary provides financial support to Resident Members of The Graduate Union who are enrolled in post-graduate coursework studies at diploma, masters or professional doctorate levels.

Amount $500

2020 Schedule	Applications open	23 February
	Applications due by 4.00PM	1 April
	Successful candidate announced	9 April
	Successful candidate receives bursary prior to the annual General Meeting	27 May

Candidate Eligibility This scholarship is open to Members of The Graduate Union who:

are in residence at Graduate House at the time of applying for the bursary and for a period of not less than three (3) months;
are enrolled at a university to undertake post-graduate coursework studies at diploma, masters or professional doctorate levels;
have not received a Graduate House Bursary or Research Scholarship previously; and
will be present in person to receive the bursary just prior to the annual General Meeting; and
are willing to provide a story for publication in the Melbourne Graduate.

Applications which do not meet all of the above criteria will not be submitted to the selection panel.

Selection Criteria

Criterion	Basis for rating	Maximum score
Purpose	The funds are to be used for a well-described and well-defined specific purpose related to the applicant’s coursework. Suitable specific purposes include but are not limited to: (a) attendance at professional and career development seminars; (b) subscriptions to membership of professional bodies relevant to the applicant’s career; and (c) purchase of equipment/books/on-line access to aid the applicant’s study and career.		10
Accountability	A budget is provided and shows clearly how the funds are to be spent. Quotes and receipts (if available) or feasible estimates are provided to demonstrate specific purpose expenditure. Funds will not be expended on general living expenses (accommodation, food, utilities, etc.).		10
Professionalism	The submitted documentation is professional, presented clearly and shows attention to detail.		10
Resume	The resume describes the applicant’s personal and academic history and demonstrates the applicant’s ability to represent The Graduate Union and the legacy of the bursary with dignity and honour.		10

Name*
Enter your title (prefix), first name and last name
Title First name Surname
Mobile*
Enter your mobile number
Email*
Enter Email Confirm Email
Qualifications*
Name of degree Year awarded University
Current Study*
University of enrolment Enrolment number Course name and number Enrolment start date (mm/yy) Anticipated end date (mm/yy)
Residency at Graduate House*
Residency start date (mm/yy) Anticipated end date (mm/yy)
Coursework summary: An outline of the course being undertaken by the applicant and its relationship to the applicant's broad career objectives (100 words maximum)
Purpose: An outline of how the bursary funds will be used for a well-described and well defined specific purpose within the applicant's course (50 words maximum)
Accountability: Provide an itemised breakdown(budget) of how the funds will be expended.*
Cost name Brief explanation of cost Date cost is incurred Cost $AUD
List (and match) the quotes and receipts that will be used as evidence of specific project expenditure (50 words maximum).
Resume*
Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, jpg, gif, png, Max. file size: 3 MB.
I confirm that:*
I am in residence at Graduate House at the time of applying for this bursary and for a period of not less than three (3) months.
I confirm that:*
I am enrolled at a university to undertake post-graduate coursework studies at a diploma, masters or professional doctorate level.
I confirm that:*
I have not received a Graduate House Bursary or Research Scholarship previously.
I confirm that:*
Should I be successful in being awarded a bursary, I will be available in person to receive this award at the annual General Meeting.
I confirm that:*
I am willing to provide a story for publication in the Melbourne Graduate about my ‘graduate pathway’.
Phone
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Sponsor a Scholarship or Bursary

Find out more information by contacting us by:
Phone: +61 3 9347 3428
Email: admingh@graduatehouse.com.au or visit our sponsorship opportunities page

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