Masters Scholarships (full-tuition) at The International Water Centre (Australia)

• IWC Masters Scholarships – full-tuition (AU$44,400): currently open (until 1 August 2012) –

• IWC Partial Scholarships (AU$6,000): will become available late 2012 (read more)

IWC Masters Scholarships (full-tuition) – now open

Every year, the International WaterCentre (IWC) awards scholarships to a small number of excellent candidates who are accepted into the IWC Master of Integrated Water Management (MIWM). These scholarships are awarded to applicants who clearly demonstrate potential to become water leaders of the future.

Scholarship value

• Full-tuition (valued at AU$ 44,400) for full-time or part-time/distance* study of the Master of Integrated Water Management
• Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for international students

Note: the scholarship does not include travel, accommodation, field work, or living costs. These costs will be the responsibility of successful recipients.

* Part-time/distance study option is available only to Australian/NZ citizens and Australian permanent residents.

Who can apply

The scholarship is available to eligible Australian and international applicants to study the IWC Master of Integrated Water Management (MIWM) program. The next intake will be February 2013 (Semester 1).

Please note that the scholarship is only available to study the IWC Master of Integrated Water Management. It is not available for the IWC Graduate Diploma/Certificate programs or for any other program offered by IWC, The University of Queensland or any other institution.

Entry requirements (for the MIWM program)

To apply for the scholarship, you must also apply for the MIWM program and meet the program entry requirements:

• A completed undergraduate degree in a related field of study from an internationally-recognised institution.
• Demonstrated English language proficiency
• Two years practical experience in a related field is preferred but not essential.

Selection criteria

Typically, successful scholarship candidates will possess an excellent academic record and several years of relevant professional experience. The IWC selection panel will use the following selection criteria when assessing scholarship applications:

• Academic record: an excellent academic record and a likelihood of success in further study.
• Professional record: relevant employment experience, achievements, membership of professional bodies and professional references.
• Commitment to the whole-of-water cycle, integrated and interdisciplinary approaches to water management.
• Leadership qualities including collaboration and team work, flexibility, initiative, communication skills, integrity and vision through professional, educational, community and other achievements.
  
• Potential outcomes: the likelihood of positive impacts on the individual and the water sector from participating in the MIWM program.

How to apply

Before you apply, please read IWC Masters Scholarships Terms and Conditions.

Applications for the IWC Masters Scholarships to study the MIWM program in 2013 are currently open until 1 August 2012. To apply, please follow the link below:

Scholarship selection outcomes

Applications for the IWC Masters Scholarships will be assessed by a selection panel at the International WaterCentre.

The selection panel adheres to IWC’s policy of non-discrimination for this process. Decisions of the selection panel are final and confidential. You will be notified, via email, of the outcome of your application by 10 September 2012.

Citizenship/visa status

Successful international applicants must meet visa requirements of the Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship.

Important dates

• 1 May 2012: Masters Scholarships open
• 1 August 2012: Masters Scholarships close
• 10 September 2012: Notification will be sent via email to all applicants

Questions regarding scholarships or program content:

• Please make sure you read our Frequently Asked Questions page.
• Register for our upcoming webinar, Wednesday 4th July 2012

Dr Brian McIntosh, Senior Lecturer at IWC, will host an online information session and answer any questions you may have. Register now.

• Email: admin@watercentre.org
• Phone: +61 7 3123 7766 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting +61 7 3123 7766