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Postgraduate research scholarships

Sydney Medical School and the Medical Foundation offer several scholarships to Australian and New Zealand citizens or permanent residents of Australia who enrol full-time in research higher degrees within the Sydney Medical School. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic merit and any other criteria stipulated for individual scholarships. Not all scholarships are offered in any one year.

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Albert S Mckern Research Scholarship

Established in 2009 by a bequest from Dr A S McKern to facilitate research into the cause, prevention and treatment of mental and physical pain and distress during pregnancy, labour and puerperium.

Eligibility:

  • Must be a graduate of the University of Sydney, Australia or the University of Edinburgh, Scotland, or Yale University, USA
  • Must be enrolled on a full time research degree (or have an offer to commence full time research in 2010) within the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Sydney
  • Must undertake research related to the cause, prevention and treatment of mental and physical pain and distress during pregnancy, labour and puerperium

Value: $45,000 (tax-exempt) per annum

Further information:
Two scholarships will be awarded for commencement in 2010

Terms and conditions - PDF 14kB

Closing date: closed

How to apply - PDF 14kB

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Anthony Pierre Balthasar Scholarship in Anaesthetics

Eligibility:

  • must be undertaking research into anaesthesia for medical purposes
  • Australian and New Zealand citizen or permanent resident of Australia
  • have an offer to enrol fulltime in a MPhil or PhD at the Sydney Medical School

Value: stipend at the Australian Postgraduate Award (APA) rate

Further information:
The successful applicant will be based in the clinical research program, Department of Anaesthesia and Pain Management, University of Sydney at Royal North Shore Hospital.

Terms and conditions - PDF 14kB

Closing date: not offered in 2010

How to apply:
Contact
Professor MJ Cousins
Professor and Head
Department of Anaesthesia and Pain Management
Royal North Shore Hospital
ST LEONARDS NSW 2065
Phone: +61 2 9926 8423
Facsimile: +61 2 9906 4079

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Dorothy Blanche Chandler Scholarship

Established in 2003 by a bequest from Bruce Veness Chandler in honour of his mother, Dorothy Blanche Chandler. The purpose of the bequest was to provide a fund to study any aspect of rheumatoid arthritis and associated conditions.

Eligibility:

  • undertake research in any aspect of rheumatoid arthritis and associated conditions
  • Australian and New Zealand citizen or permanent resident of Australia or international students
  • have an offer to enrol fulltime in a MPhil or PhD at the Sydney Medical School

Value: stipend at the Australian Postgraduate Award (APA) rate

Further information:
Terms and conditions - PDF 10kB

Closing date: not available in 2010

How to apply

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Enid Ng Fellowship in Haematology

Established in 2009 by a gift from Professor Alan BP Ng and Mrs Enid Ng, the Fellowship is to suppor the Alan Ng Professor of Haematology and the Department of Haematology at the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital.

Eligibility:

  • Applicants must have been accepted into the Joint Specialist Advisory Committee JSAC training scheme in Haematology of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians and Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia, or single discipline Haematology stream of either college.
  • Applicants must demonstrate an interest in Myeloma or related disorders.
  • Australian and New Zealand citizen or permanent resident of Australia.
  • have an offer to enrol fulltime in a MPhil or PhD at the Sydney Medical School

Value: $45,000 per annum

Further information:

Terms and conditions - PDF 14kB

Closing date: closed

How to apply:
Applicants should submit a letter to Professor Doug Joshua of the Department of Haematology at the address below. The letter must contain the applicant’s name, contact details, appropriately certified academic transcripts for all degrees and proof of acceptance into the Joint Specialist Advisory Committee JSAC training scheme in Haematology of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians and Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia, or single discipline Haematology stream of either college. Proof of change of name is also necessary if any transcript is not in the applicant’s current name. In addition, an application to undertake a higher degree by research together with research proposal in a relevant area must be submitted to the Student Administration Unit for the Faculties of Dentistry, Medicine and Pharmacy by the closing date for the scholarship.

Professor Doug Joshua
Department of Haematology
Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Missenden Road
Camperdown NSW 2050
Phone: +61 2 9515 8031
Facsimile: +61 2 9515 8474

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Elizabeth and Henry Hamilton-Browne Scholarship

The Elizabeth and Henry Hamilton-Browne Scholarship was established in 2007 to support research in medicine. It was the donors’ wish that female students in particular be supported.

Eligibility:

  • preference will be given to female students
  • Australian and New Zealand citizen or permanent resident of Australia
  • have an offer to enrol fulltime in a MPhil or PhD at the Sydney Medical School

Value: stipend at the Australian Postgraduate Award (APA) rate

Further information:
Terms and conditions - PDF 13kB

Closing date: 31 October each year - extended to 27 November in 2009 only

How to apply

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James and Margaret Claffy Fellowship in Ophthalmology

Established in 1964 by a gift of £23,000 from Dr Francis Patrick Christopher Claffy, first Director of the Department of Ophthalmology and Eye Health, in memory of his parents.

Eligibility:

  • undertake research and investigation into diseases of the eye
  • Australian and New Zealand citizen or permanent resident of Australia
  • have an offer to enrol fulltime in a MPhil or PhD at the Sydney Medical School

Value: stipend at the Australian Postgraduate Award (APA) rate

Further information:
Terms and conditions - PDF 9kB

Closing date: not available in 2010

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John Brooke Moore Research Scholarship in Surgery

Established in 1979 from a bequest by Moira Brooke Moore to establish a postgraduate scholarship in surgery to the memory of her father Dr John Brooke Moore, who practised surgery for many years in Bathurst, NSW.

Eligibility:

  • must be graduates of the University of Sydney
  • Australian and New Zealand citizen or permanent resident of Australia
  • expected to enrol fulltime in a Master of Surgery (by research) or PhD at the Sydney Medical School

Value: $40,000 tenable for one year

Further information:
Terms and conditions - PDF 13kB
Master of Surgery (by research) and the
Discipline of Surgery
or email

Closing date: 12 February 2010

How to apply:
Complete the application form and post to
Discipline of Surgery,
Blackburn Building D06,
The University of Sydney NSW 2006.

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John Keith Chandler Scholarship

Established in 2003 by a bequest from Bruce Veness Chandler in honour of his father, John Keith Chandler, in order to support study of any aspect of varicose veins and its associated problems, especially varicose ulcers and varicose eczema.

Eligibility:

  • research into any aspect of varicose veins and its associated problems, especially varicose ulcers and varicose eczema
  • Australian and New Zealand citizen or permanent resident of Australia
  • have an offer to enrol fulltime in a MPhil or PhD at the Sydney Medical School

Value: stipend at the Australian Postgraduate Award (APA) rate

Further information:
Terms and conditions - PDF 10kB

Closing date: 27 November 2009

How to apply
Complete the application form and post to
Scholarships Officer
Postgraduate Student Administration Unit
Sydney Medical School
Edward Ford Bldg A27
The University of Sydney NSW 2006.

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John Loewenthal Scholarship

Established in 2008 by a gift from Professor John Wong to establish a postgraduate scholarship in surgery in memory of Professor Sir John Loewenthal.

Eligibility:

  • be accepted into the Master of Surgery by research, or a Master of Philosophy (Medicine) or a PhD in the Discipline of Surgery, Sydney Medical School
  • be either Australian citizens or permanent residents, or citizens of New Zealand or Hong Kong.

Value: $A20,000 per annum

Further information:
Terms and conditions - PDF 14kB
Discipline of Surgery
Phone: +61 2 9351 2400
Email:

Closing date: 12 February 2010

How to apply:
Complete the application form and post to
Discipline of Surgery,
Blackburn Building D06,
The University of Sydney NSW 2006.

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Sydney Medical School Postgraduate Scholarships

Sydney Medical School regrets that due to resource issues this scholarship will not be available in 2010.

Sydney Medical School offers up to six scholarships towards research higher degrees for suitably qualified candidates.

Eligibility:

  • Australian and New Zealand citizen or permanent resident of Australia
  • have an offer to enrol fulltime in a MPhil or PhD at the Sydney Medical School

Value: stipend at the Australian Postgraduate Award (APA) rate

Further information:
Terms and conditions - PDF 13kB

Closing date: 31 October each year

How to apply

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Sydney Medical School Research Top-Up Scholarship

Sydney Medical School regrets that due to resource issues this scholarship will not be available in 2010.

Sydney Medical School offers top-up scholarships to students who are awarded an APA or a fully-funded UPA.


Value: up to $5,000 per annum

Further information:
Terms and conditions - PDF 8kB

No application is necessary.

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Medical Foundation Scholarship

The Medical Foundation Scholarship is a prestigious award funded by the Medical Foundation to support a person of outstanding research ability to undertake a full-time PhD in any area of research at the Sydney Medical School.

Eligibility:

  • Applicants must demonstrate evidence of outstanding research ability and experience in a relevant field, reflecting the prestigious nature of this award.
  • Australian and New Zealand citizen or permanent resident of Australia
  • have an offer to enrol fulltime in a MPhil or PhD at the Sydney Medical School

Value: $30,000 per annum

Further information:
Terms and conditions - PDF 14kB

Closing date: 31 October each year

How to apply

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Medical Foundation/Bluesand Foundation Scholarship for Alzheimer’s Disease Research

Through the support of the Medical Foundation and The Bluesand Foundation, the Sydney Medical School is offering a scholarship towards a higher degree by research for a suitably qualified candidate undertaking research in the area of Alzheimer’s disease.

Eligibility:

  • have the equivalent of an Australian Bachelor degree
  • be either Australian citizens or permanent residents, or citizens of New Zealand
  • be accepted into a higher degree by research in the area of Alzheimer's disease
  • preference will be given to the applicant who can provide evidence of significant research potential as demonstrated by, for example, research publications

Value: $20,000 for 1 year with the opportunity to apply for funds for the second year. It is expected that applicants will seek funds to complete their research project in subsequent year(s).

Further information:
For commencement in 2009.
Information on how to apply for higher degree by research candidature is available on:
How to apply for postgraduate study

Closing date: 27 February 2009

How to apply:
The application form should be completed and sent to:
The Medical Foundation
Sydney Medical School
Edward Ford Building (A27)
The University of Sydney NSW 2006
Phone: +612 9351 7315
Fax: +612 9351 3299
Email:

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Medical Foundation/Meniere's Research Fund Scholarship

Through the support of the Medical Foundation and The Meniere’s Research Fund, Sydney Medical School at the University of Sydney is offering a scholarship towards a doctorate of philosophy for a suitably qualified candidate undertaking research in the area of Meniere’s Disease.

Eligibility:

  • have the equivalent of an Australian Bachelor degree with Honours
  • be either Australian or New Zealand citizens or Australian permanent residents
  • be accepted into a PhD in the area of Meniere's disease
  • preference will be given to the applicant who can provide evidence of significant research potential as demonstrated by, for example, research publications

Value: $22,000 for 1 year with the opportunity to apply for funds for the second and third year. It is expected that applicants will seek funds to complete their research project in subsequent years.

Further information:
For commencement in 2010.
Information on how to apply for higher degree by research candidature is available on:
How to apply for postgraduate study

Closing date: 18 December, 2009

How to apply:
The application form must be accompanied by a CV with full list of publications and other research output, academic transcripts, proof of citizenship or permanent residency, and the names and contact details of at least two referees. These documents should be sent to:
The Medical Foundation
Sydney Medical School
Edward Ford Building (A27)
The University of Sydney NSW 2006
Phone: +612 9351 7315
Fax: +612 9351 3299
Email:

Muriel and Walter Lumley Research Scholarship

The Muriel and Walter Lumley Research Scholarship was established in 2007 to support research in medicine, particularly in gynaecology.

Eligibility:

  • research in medicine, but preference will be given to applicants who are undertaking research into gynaecology
  • Australian and New Zealand citizen or permanent resident of Australia
  • have an offer to enrol fulltime in a MPhil or PhD at the Sydney Medical School

Value: stipend at the Australian Postgraduate Award (APA) rate

Further information:
Terms and conditions - PDF 13kB

Closing date: not offered in 2010

How to apply

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Myee Codrington Scholarship in Microsurgery

The Myee Codrington Scholarship was established in 2006 to support research into the advancement of the use of microsurgery in clinical medicine. The project is funded by the Myee Codrington Medical Foundation and the Microsearch Foundation of Australia.

Eligibility:

  • be an Australian citizen, a New Zealand citizen or an Australian permanent resident
  • have a medical qualification from an Australian university or other recognised institution
  • be enrolled in, or intending to enrol in, basic surgical training as approved by recognised institutions
  • be enrolled in 2010 for a full-time Master of Surgery (by research) or a PhD in the Discipline of Surgery undertaking a research project in the field of transplantation biology, which would include microsurgical training and commit at least 4 days per week to research

Value: $35,000 per annum. Up to an additional $20,000 per annum may be available for research related consumables.

Further information: Terms and conditions - PDF 13kB
Master of Surgery (by research) and the
Discipline of Surgery
or contact Professor Richard Allen on the details below.

Closing date: 11 December 2009

How to apply:
Applications including a curriculum vitae, certified copies of transcripts of all tertiary qualifications commenced, and the names and contact details of at least two referees should be forwarded to Professor Allen by 11 December 2008.

Phone: +61 2 9515 5416
Email:

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Neville Brown Scholarship

Established in 2008 by a bequest from Neville Brown to establish a postgraduate scholarship in medicine.

Eligibility:

  • have an offer to enrol fulltime in a MPhil or PhD at the Sydney Medical School
  • be an Australian citizen, a New Zealand citizen or an Australian permanent resident

Value: stipend at the Australian Postgraduate Award (APA) rate

Further information:
Terms and conditions - PDF 13kB

Closing date: 27 November 2009 but only if funds permit it to be offered in 2010

How to apply
Complete the application form and post to
Scholarships Officer
Postgraduate Student Administration Unit
Sydney Medical School
Edward Ford Bldg A27
The University of Sydney NSW 2006.

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Phillip Jacoby Scholarship in Alzheimer’s Dementia Research

The Phillip Jacoby Scholarship in Alzheimer’s Dementia Research was established in 2007 following a gift by the family of the late Phillip Jacoby to support research within the University of Sydney.

Eligibility:

  • research into Alzheimer's dementia, with a preference given to applicants who have a particular focus on the role genetics plays in Alzheimer’s dementia
  • preference will be given to students undertaking their research through the Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Disease Laboratory.
  • Australian and New Zealand citizen or permanent resident of Australia
  • have an offer to enrol fulltime in a MPhil or PhD at the Sydney Medical School

Value: stipend at the Australian Postgraduate Award (APA) rate

Further information:
Terms and conditions - PDF 15kB

Closing date: 27 November 2009

How to apply
Complete the application form and post to
Scholarships Officer
Student Administration Unit
Sydney Medical School
Edward Ford Bldg A27
The University of Sydney NSW 2006.

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Reginald Maney Lake and Amy Laura Bonamy Scholarship

The Reginald Maney Lake Scholarship was first established in 1926 to support full-time research in pathology. It is offered in conjunction with the Amy Laura Bonamy Scholarship, which was first established in 1948 by Mrs NMB Cowburn.

Eligibility:

  • undertake research in pathology
  • Australian and New Zealand citizen or permanent resident of Australia
  • have an offer to enrol fulltime in a MPhil or PhD at the Sydney Medical School

Value: stipend at the Australian Postgraduate Award (APA) rate

Further information:
Terms and conditions - PDF 13kB

Closing date: not offered in 2010

How to apply

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