BPhil/MRes scholarships for domestic candidates only
Year 1
Domestic candidates enrolled in full time and onsite in the BPhil/MRes program in Year 1 who meet the eligibility criteria outlined below will receive scholarship stipend(s).
All domestic candidates will need to meet the criteria as outlined in the table below.
| Year, Session | Value | Minimum eligibility requirement |
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| BPhil Year 1, Session 1 | $4,000 | Domestic candidates who enter the program with a Macquarie University GPA of 6/7, who are enrolled full time and onsite in Session 1 of the BPhil/MRes Year 1 |
| BPhil Year 1, Session 2 | $4,000 | Domestic candidates who receive a minimum combined Session 1 BPhil/MRes SNG average of 75, who are enrolled full time and onsite in Session 2 |
Domestic candidates meeting the eligibility criteria above entering the BPhil/MRes program in Session 1 of Year 1 will receive a scholarship stipend of $4,000, paid as a single lump sum payment. Eligibility for the stipend is confirmed following the session Census date (either 26 March for Session 1 or 26 August for Session 2).
Domestic candidates meeting the eligibility criteria above progressing into Session 2 of BPhil/MRes Year 1 will receive a scholarship stipend of $4,000, paid as a single lump sum payment. Eligibility for the stipend is confirmed following the session Census date (either 26 March for Session 1 or 26 August for Session 2).
Once eligibility has been confirmed via the HDRO all BPhil/MRes candidates eligible for the stipend will receive a notification advising the date on which the stipend will be paid. The date of payment may vary depending on the pay cycles in the said year and other factors, such as public holidays.
**2019 cohort of commencing candidates
Year 2
Macquarie University's stipend scholarship scheme increases the amount of financial support for high-performing candidates in the second year of the program. Domestic candidates progressing to full time and onsite enrolment from BPhil/MRes Year 1 to MRes Year 2 who meet the eligibility criteria outlined below will receive a scholarship stipend*.
| Program Year | Value | Minimum eligibility requirement |
|---|---|---|
| MRes Year 2 - BPhil to MRes progressions |
$27,596 per annum (2019 RTP rate). Year 2 stipends are paid on a fortnightly basis. |
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*Eligibility for a MRes Year 2 stipend is determined by competitive ranking based on the performance of all BPhil/MRes Year 1 units. Exempt units will not be counted for calculation of the 'weighted average'. The final weighted average of every candidate will be ranked and the top ranked candidates will be awarded the MRes Year 2 scholarship. The total number of scholarships awarded each year is dependent upon the scholarship budget approved by the University. Candidates enrolling in Session 3 will also be considered based on the final outcome of their units. Eligibility is dependent on meeting the 'weighted average' requirement approved by the University.
New commencing direct entry MRes Year 2:
Domestic applicants received by the deadline as outlined in HDRO's Important Dates, which have been given the maximum exemption and enter directly into Year 2, who meet the eligibility criteria outlined below may receive a scholarship stipend.
| Program Year | Value | Minimum eligibility requirement |
|---|---|---|
| MRes Year 2 - direct entry into Year 2 |
$27,596 per annum (2019 RTP rate). Year 2 stipends are paid on a fortnightly basis. |
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^Eligibility for a MRes Year 2 stipend is determined on a competitive ranking process. Candidates applying for MRes Year 2 commencement in Session 1 will need to apply in the Domestic Main Scholarship Round and will be competitively ranked. Candidates applying for MRes Year 2 commencement in Session 2 will be bench marked against the domestic main scholarship round. All applications will be ranked and the top ranked candidates will be recommended to receive the MRes Year 2 scholarship. All applicants will be reviewed and approved by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) and the total number of scholarships awarded each year is dependent upon the scholarship budget approved by the University.
Candidates are also encouraged to apply for advertised scholarships.
Scholarships for MRes Year 2 candidates progressing to a PhD:
PhD scholarships for MRes Year 2 graduates progressing to a PhD will be awarded through a competitive ranking process. This is also subject to Faculty approval.
The 3-year scholarship covers a living stipend at the rate of the Research Training Program (RTP) scholarship. Tuition fees for domestic students are covered by the Australian Government's Research Training Program (RTP) tuition fee offset.
| Program Year | Value | Minimum eligibility requirement |
|---|---|---|
| PhD for 3 years |
$27,596 per annum (2019 RTP rate). Stipends are paid on a fortnightly basis. |
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~Eligibility for a PhD 3 year stipend is determined on a competitive ranking process based on the final MRes Year 2 result. Progressing MRes to PhD applicants will need to select 'Yes' on Section 3 of the form. All applications will be competitively ranked and the top ranked candidates will be recommended to receive the PhD scholarship. All applicants will be reviewed and approved by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) and the total number of scholarships awarded each year is dependent upon the scholarship budget approved by the University.
For more information, please refer to the MRES Examination FAQs
Other domestic BPhil/MRes scholarship opportunities
Macquarie University Research Pathway funding for Indigenous Australians
The Macquarie University-funded Indigenous Research Pathway Program is the University's main opportunity for Indigenous Australians to undertake research in any field, and is open for application year-round: HDR Scholarships for Indigenous Australians