International Student Application Form: Postgraduate Research
International Student Application Form: Postgraduate Research
International Student Application Form: Postgraduate Research
APPLICATION FEE
Read the Application Instructions on page 4 carefully before completing this form.
An A$100 application fee must accompany this application (an exemption may apply for government/externally sponsored students). The non-refundable fee must be paid either (a) in the form of a bank draft payable to The University of Adelaide or (b) by credit card. Cash, personal cheque, or credit cards other than those stated are not accepted. This application will not be processed until the application fee is paid as specified.
Official agent stamp - event application received
Bank draft of A$100 attached Credit card payment of A$100 authorised below: Card No. Visa Mastercard American Express Exp. Date (mth/yr) /
List of official agents at www.international. adelaide.edu.au/apply Applications from other agents are not accepted and will not be processed.
Cardholders Name ___________________________ Cardholders Signature _________________________ Voucher Number (if applicable)
OFFICE USE ONLY
PERSONAL DETAILS
Given/personal name(s): Male / / Country of citizenship: Title: Mr Ms Miss Mrs Country of birth: Other (please specify):
If you have previously enrolled at, or applied to this University, please state your student/application number: ID no: Surname/family name: Gender: Female
If you are an Australian Permanent Resident or completing an Australian Year 12 qualification do not fill in this form. Refer to Application Instructions on page 4. Student Visa Another type of Temporary Resident Visa What Australian Visa will you be studying on? If not a Student Visa, attach certified copy of the visa from your passport. It is your responsibility to ensure that this visa allows you to study and covers duration of the program you have applied for. Permanent address in home country Note: Your application cannot be processed if this information is not supplied as it is required by the Australian Government. Street: City: Country: Telephone:
(country code) (area code) (local number)
Program type
Academic program/area of study (Masters or PhD only) eg. Economics, Engineering Research interest eg. Public Economics, Power Electronics Mode of study (tick one box) On-campus study Remote/offshore study (complete Application for Remote Candidature form at: www.adelaide.edu.au/graduatecentre/Forms/remote_candidature.pdf and attach it to this application)
Proficiency in English is essential for successful study at the University. All international applicants must demonstrate an acceptable level of English proficiency to gain admission to the University. Please refer to www.adelaide.edu.au/research-degrees/requirements/english_language for further information about English language requirements, then indicate below how you have met the requirements. IELTS (Academic) test undertaken in the 24 months preceding application. Date of test: TOEFL test undertaken in the 24 months preceding application. Date of test: First language is English (you may still be required to provide formal test results). I will be sitting an IELTS (Academic)/TOEFL test on / / and will forward the results to the University as soon as possible. / / / /
I wish to enrol in a Pre-Enrolment English Program and have provided my IELTS (Academic)/TOEFL test result. Other - please give details:
Please provide details and documentation of all completed and/or current studies. Attach: 1. Certified copies of all transcripts of academic results and award certificates, in the original language. 2. An official explanation/guide to the grading system for any post-secondary studies. 3. If the documents are not in English, they must be accompanied by an official certified translation in English. A certified copy of an original document is one which has been certified by an official agent or a staff member of this University, a Justice of the Peace, a Notary Public, a university registrar, a police officer, or an examining authority, as a true copy of the original document. TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS Qualifications (eg, Bachelor of Commerce) Institution Country Year of commencement Year of completion Certified documents attached
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND MEMBERSHIP (if any) Qualification/membership (eg, CPA Associate Member, Member of Institute of Engineers) Institution Country Year qualified/ awarded Certified documents attached
RESEARCH/EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE (please list your current or the most recent employment first) Postition Employer Country Years of service (eg. 2001-2004)
Did your highest degree require you to undertake research and/or produce a formal thesis/dissertation? If yes:
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Did your degree(s) provide any formal training courses/units into research methodology? If yes: Please attach the names of the courses/units undertaken.
Documents attached
RESEARCH PROPOSAL
Please state your area of research interest (from academic entries in the Postgraduate Research Prospectus) and the University staff member whom you have contacted about your proposed research topic: Research topic: ................................................................................. Staff name: ............................................................ Discipline/School: .................................................................. Please attach: Copies of correspondence you have received from the named staff member. A 1-2 page research proposal addressing the research topic, brief literature survey, methodology, expected timeline and outcomes. A current curriculum vitae including details of your work/research experience and any relevant research publications. Documents attached
FINANCIAL SUPPORT
Evidence of sponsorship/ scholarship attached
International students must ensure that they have sufficient funds to meet the tuition fees and living costs. A sum of approximately A$290-475 per week is recommended for living in Adelaide. Please indicate your source of financial support while studying at the University of Adelaide: Self Name of sponsor: Sponsorship awarded by: Deadline to receive offer letter if applying for external scholarship: / / Submission date: / / Family Loan Sponsored by: your employer home government other organisation
Scholarship Application: A limited number of scholarships are available from the University for exceptionally outstanding applicants. The scholarship selection is extremely competitive. For example, recent successful applicants for the University scholarships have usually had a research Master (or coursework Master with a substantial research component) from an internationally recognised university, and outstanding performance in the Master degree (eg. first-class honours, Distinction/A grades), plus publications in internationally refereed journals. Do you wish to be considered for all scholarships for which you are eligible? Refer to www.adelaide.edu.au/graduatecentre/scholarships/international Do you wish to study as a full-fee paying student if the scholarship application is not successful? Yes No Yes No
CHECKLIST
Completed all sections of this application form. Paid the A$100 application fee. Attached certified copies of all transcripts of academic results, award certificates, grading systems, and translations (if applicable) - see Section 4 Attached certified copies of subject descriptions/syllabuses - see Section 4 Attached certified copies of IELTS/TOEFL/other English Language Proficiency results - see Section 3 Attached certified copies of any professional qualifications/memberships - see Section 4 Attached evidence of sponsorship/scholarship (if applicable) - see Section 8 Attached a certified copy of your visa (if not a student visa) - see Section 1 Attached the completed Remote Candidature Application form if applying for remote off-shore study - see Section 2 Attached required additional documentation on your research background - see Section 5 Attached correspondence with University staff and 1-2 page research proposal see Section 6 Attached current CV including any research publications - see Section 4 Contacted your referees and requested their sending the Academic Referee's Confidential Reports to Adelaide Graduate Centre, University of Adelaide, SA 5005, Australia - See Section 7 Signed the declaration (a proxy cannot be authorised to sign on your behalf) - see Section 10 Made a copy of this application for your record and reference.
Your application cannot be considered unless all required documents are attached. Please ensure you have:
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I agree to: Comply with the rules on admission, enrolment, fee payment and refunds of the University of Adelaide; Notify the Adelaide Graduate Centre if there is any change to the information I have given in this application for admission; Notify DIAC of any change which may result in changes to my visa; Permit the University to access my academic records from other institutions; Permit the University to disclose personal information collected from this application form to the relevant bodies for the verification and assessment of my previous qualifications; and Receive electronic communication and information from the University relating to my application. I understand that: The documents submitted for my application become the property of the University of Adelaide and will not be returned to me; The University may vary or reverse any decision regarding admission or enrolment made on the basis of incorrect or incomplete information provided by me; The University reserves the right to inform other institutions, if any of the material presented to support my application is found to be false; The personal information that I have provided may be released to Australian Government and State agencies under the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act; I am seeking temporary entry into Australia as a fee paying international student for education purposes only, and that I may not undertake part-time studies, nor full-time employment; I, or my sponsor, will be responsible for the full costs of the program for which I am seeking admission and for all travel and living costs; The University will not provide a subsidy to me for any costs incurred by, or on behalf of, my dependants; and I may be subject to different rules and conditions prescribed by the University and the Australian Government if I change my visa status. I declare that I have read the Application Instructions on this application form and that the information provided by me in this application is true and complete in every detail. I authorise the University of Adelaide to release personal information relevant to my application and visa documentation to the following official agent of the University of Adelaide (see list of official agents at www.international.adelaide.edu.au/apply) Name of agent: Signature of applicant:_________________________________________________ Date: / /
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
In reviewing your application, the University seeks to establish that you have demonstrated the following skills: Understanding of research methodology appropriate to your discipline Technical skills required for research in your discipline (or commencing acquiring these skills) Ability to plan a small research project, collect and analyse data, draw conclusions from the analysis and finally present your findings in spoken and written formats. Ability to position your research in the context of current relevant literature For this reason direct entry to a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from a purely coursework Masters degree is not permitted. Masters degrees containing a mixture of coursework and a research thesis may be acceptable provided the skills listed above can be demonstrated. In completing your application you should highlight matters relevant to these skills.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Complete this application form (see 'How to complete this form' below). 2. Attach all required documentation and any fees (refer to checklist in Section 9 of the application form). 3. Submit the completed application form and required documentation: online at: www.international.adelaide.edu.au/enquiries by post to: Adelaide Graduate Centre, University of Adelaide, South Australia, 5005, Australia, or to one of the Universitys official representatives/agents (see the Overseas Representatives page on our website: www.international.adelaide.edu.au/apply) An A$100 application fee must accompany this application. An exemption may apply for government/externally sponsored students. The non-refundable fee must be paid either (a) in the form of a bank draft payable to The University of Adelaide or (b) by credit card. Please indicate your payment details in the Application Fee section. Cash, personal cheque, or credit cards other than those stated are NOT accepted. This application will not be processed until the application fee is paid as specified. Attach all required documentation. Your application cannot be considered unless all essential documents are attached.
APPLICATION CLOSING DATES Applications must be received by the International Office of the University on or before the following dates: 31 Aug 2011 Postgraduate scholarships for Semester 1, 2012 1 Dec 2011 Academic programs commencing Semester 1, 2012 1 May 2012 Academic programs commencing Semester 2, 2012 and mid-year postgraduate research scholarships
Note: Lengthier visa application processes apply to students from certain countries under the current Australian Government immigration regulations (see www.immi.gov.au). Students from Assessment Level 3-4 countries must submit their applications at least three months before the above application closing dates.
PLEASE KEEP A COPY OF THIS APPLICATION FOR YOUR OWN RECORD AND ANY SUBSEQUENT ENQUIRY.
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