Summary
| Enrolment status | New students |
|---|---|
| Student type | Domestic students |
| Level of study | Higher Degree by Research |
| Study area | Agriculture and Environment, Science and Mathematics |
| HDR funding type | Living stipend scholarship, Top-up Scholarship |
| Scholarship value | $28,092 per annum tax-free (2020 rate), indexed annually, with a top-up of approximately $9,400 per annum |
| Scholarship duration | Three years with the possibility of two 6-month extensions in approved circumstances |
| Opening date | 10 February 2020 |
| Closing date | 24 February 2020 |
Scholarship description
The project will conduct laboratory and field studies to investigate the biology and ecology of the citrus blossom bug in avocado crops in Queensland.
Eligibility
To be eligible, you must meet the entry requirements for a higher degree by research.
Before you get started
If this scholarship has rules, download and read them.
How to apply
To apply for admission and scholarship, follow the link on the upper right of this page. There is no separate application for scholarship because you will have the opportunity to request scholarship consideration on the application for admission.
Before submitting an application you should:
- check your eligibility
- prepare your documentation
- contact Associate Professor Mike Furlong (m.furlong@uq.edu.au) to discuss your suitability for this scholarship
When you apply, please ensure that under the scholarships and collaborative study section you:
- Select ‘My higher degree is not collaborative’
- Select 'I am applying for, or have been awarded a scholarship or sponsorship'.
- Select ‘Other’, then ‘Research Project Scholarship’ and type in ‘CITRUS BLOSSOM BUG' in the 'Name of scholarship' field.
See an example of what you have to do
Learn more about applying for a higher degree by research at UQ
Selection criteria
The successful applicant will have an honours degree in Biological Sciences, specialising in ecology, zoology and/ or entomology. Demonstrated experience of the successful completion of field based projects will be an advantage. A valid Queensland driving license is essential.
Terms and conditions
Read the policy on UQ Research Scholarships.
A domestic part-time student with carer’s responsibilities, a medical condition or a disability, which prevents them from studying full time may be eligible for scholarship consideration, on a case by case basis.