The John Barker Research Scholarship in Medicine

Applications open
Open now
Applications close
31 July 2025
Payment per year
$12,000
Duration
1 year
Program
PhD or Master of Philosophy
Degree
Postgraduate Research
Citizenship
Australian Citizens
Australian Permanent Residents
New Zealand Citizens
Permanent Humanitarian Visa Holders
International Students
Type of Scholarship
Academic
Available In
Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences
Available To
Commencing Students
Continuing Students

In 1954, Eleanor Kate Barker bequeathed money to the University for the purpose of establishing a scholarship to support a full-time PhD or MPhil student undertaking research in medicine.

Eligibility

Applicants must be Australian citizens or permanent residents of Australia or international students who are acceptable as candidates for a PhD MPhil degree at the University of Adelaide and are currently enrolled in a higher degree by research in the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, in the field of medicine. 

 

Stipend

The scholarship will be for 1 year and has a stipend of $12,000 per annum. 

It is likely to be tax exempt, subject to Taxation Office approval.  

 

Enquiries

Contact Person: Research Scholarships Team, Adelaide Graduate Research School

Division of Research and Innovation

Tel: (08) 8313 5882         Email:  research.scholarships@adelaide.edu.au

 

Applying: Applications

Please apply by completing the application form provided. Applications should be submitted no later than 31 July 2025 and should be sent to research.scholarships@adelaide.edu.au with the name of scholarship in the subject heading.

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