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Steps to Organising the Funding of a Postgraduate Research Scholarship

For the Researcher/Supervisor
Are you negotiating for funding with an external body?
 
Download and complete the costing sheet to ensure you are asking for adequate funding
 
Funds need to be accepted by UTas before any offer of a scholarship is made. When you are negotiating with your external partner, liaise with the Office of Research Services (Dr Kay Chung ext 1759) to view the contract template and to arrange for the acceptance of funds
 
Review the Checklist for completeness
 
An Alternative
 
• Consider the option of a direct donation of money for scholarships. A donation can be the quickest way to aid the advancement, development and practical application and impact of the University’s research in the community. The University of Tasmania Foundation is an income tax exempt charity and a deductible gift recipient. For more information see University Foundation
• Funds need to be accepted by UTas before any offer of a scholarship is made.
• Review the Checklist for completeness
 
 
Do you wish to negotiate a co-funded scholarship?
 
Download the costing sheet to calculate the external body’s portion and to arrange confirmation with the Dean of Graduate Research for a co-funded scholarship.
 
Funds need to be accepted by UTas before any offer of a scholarship is made. When you are negotiating with your external partner, liaise with the Office of Research Services (Dr Kay Chung, ext 1759) to view the contract template and to arrange for the acceptance of funds. To assist with developing your contract, please ask for the Information Sheet: What Information is Required for a Postgraduate Agreement.
 
Review the Checklist for completeness
 
Do you have funds already available?
 
• View the checklist before you submit the request offer
• Download the Request to Offer and complete
• Send the completed form (and attachments) to Graduate Research Unit, Private Bag 45
 
For the Candidate
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