UQDI International PhD Program, The University of Queensland.

The UQ Diamantina Institute is pleased to offer PhD scholarships in one of the Institute research themes focussing on autoimmunity, cancer and genomics. These scholarships are specifically aimed at attracting high quality international students who will take full advantage of this opportunity to undertake studies in a unique translational research environment. For potential research projects and supervisors, please visit: http://www.di.uq.edu.au/research. UQ has been approved to participate in the Australian Government's new Streamlined Visa Processing (SVP) system by the Department of Immigration and Citizenship. The SVP will benefit international students by enabling simpler documentation requirements and much faster visa issuing times. You must meet Immigration's requirements under the SVP.

This scholarship is offered once only to 10 people. Open for applications from August 15, 2012 until September 23, 2012.

The value of this scholarship is AUD23728 (per annum). This award is to be used for living expenses and fees. This scholarship is paid fortnightly for the period of 3 years.

This scholarship is for one of the following fields of research: Genetics, Immunology or Other medical and health sciences. It is required that your study starts no earlier than January 1, 2013 and no later than December 31, 2015.

This scholarship is for study in Australia.

To apply for this scholarship you must apply directly to the university. Terms and conditions are subject to change. Always confirm details with scholarship provider before applying.