Applications are invited for Sir Robert Menzies Memorial scholarship from Australians students. These scholarships are available for postgraduate study in engineering at a prestigious overseas university. The scholarship will be awarded in September 2015 and taken up no later than October 2016. The award will be tenable for either one, two or three academic years. The application deadline is 31 July, 2015.
Study Subject(s):Â Scholarships are awarded in the field of engineering.
Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing postgraduate study at a prestigious overseas university.
Scholarship Provider:Â Sir Robert Menzies Memorial Foundation
Scholarship can be taken at:Â Abroad
Eligibility:
-Candidates must be Australian citizens, have been resident in Australia for at least five of the last ten years, and be available for interview in Melbourne at the time of selection in mid-September 2015.
-At the time of application, candidates must have an engineering degree, with an academic record that is equivalent to a First Class Honours Degree in a recognised Bachelor of Engineering course, or to a Master of Engineering degree with distinction, normally from an Australian university. It is expected that candidates will be eligible for membership of Engineers Australia at the level of professional engineer.
Scholarship Open for International Students:Â 
Australian students can apply for these scholarships.
Scholarship Description: The Sir Robert Menzies Memorial Foundation, a registered charity in Australia, is offering to Australians an overseas post-graduate scholarship in engineering to be awarded in September 2015 and taken up no later than October 2016. Menzies scholarships are awarded in memory of the Right Honourable Sir Robert Menzies, KT AK CH QC, Prime Minister of Australia from 1939 to 1941 and from 1949 to 1966.
Number of award(s): Not Known
Duration of award(s): The award will be tenable for either one, two or three academic years. Each award will be made on the understanding that it will be continued for the period for which it is granted, subject to the scholar’s satisfactory progress and conduct. Scholars will be required to provide a written report on their study each six months to the Menzies Foundation.
What does it cover?
Emoluments: The scholarship provides emoluments up to AU$75,000 per annum to meet compulsory university fees and charges and to contribute towards the cost of books, equipment, living and travel. Emoluments are not subject to income tax in the United Kingdom; taxation arrangements in other jurisdictions may differ.
University and other expenses: Tuition fees or a research grant equivalent, examination and other compulsory fees â€" subject to approval by the Foundation; A grant of A$200 towards the typing and binding of a thesis if required.
-Personal Living Allowance: Allowances will be determined by the Foundation to suit local circumstances in the country of study; As a guide, current allowances in the UK are £12,750 (if enrolled at a university outside London) and £14,750 (if enrolled at a London university) per annum, payable in three installments.
-Travel: An economy airfare from Australia to the country of study; A similar airfare to return to Australia, provided the scholar returns within twelve months of completing the course of study specified in the letter of award.
Selection Criteria: So that Australia may benefit from the experience and knowledge gained, candidates will be asked to indicate the career they hope to follow on return to Australia. The Selection Committee will seek individuals who are likely to attain prominence in Australia and, in their subsequent careers, make a contribution to international relations and understanding. The Selection Committee will take account of the proposed course of study, the academic achievement of the candidate, and also those qualities which Sir Robert Menzies held in high esteem. The qualities sought include:
-Academic excellence
-Leadership, both proven and potential
-Interest and experience in the service of others
-Extra-curricular activities and interests
-Ability to contribute to the life of the university
Notification: Awards will be made following consideration of a short list of candidates who will be interviewed in Victoria in mid-September by representatives of the Sir Robert Menzies Memorial Foundation, the Menzies Memorial Scholars’ Association and the Australian Government. An offer of award will normally be made within 24 hours of interview. A formal acceptance is required within 48 hours of offer, failing which the offer will lapse.
How to Apply:Â The mode of applying is online.
Scholarship Application Deadline:Â The application deadline is 31 July, 2015.
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