17 September 2019

AGC e-News

Message from the Dean:

Over the past three weeks I have been privileged to attend the finals and awards for the Visualise Your Thesis (VYT) and Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competitions.  For VYT candidates prepare a 60 second animated presentation to describe the scope and impact of their research work, while for 3MT they must summarise their work in a single static slide accompanied by a 3 minute live presentation.  Both competitions emphasise the importance of being able to concisely communicate the scope and purpose of sometimes very complex research projects, an increasingly important skill for research professionals.  The standard of entries in both competition was extraordinarily high.  Congratulations to the winners, Danusha Jayawardana (VYT) and Jessica Bohorquez (3MT) and all who entered and made it to the finals of the two competitions.  Danusha can now compete in the international online VYT showcase while Jessica will be representing the University at the Asia-Pacific 3MT finals in Brisbane next month.  Of course we wish them both great success.  Thank you to the many people who put so much work into organising these completions and make them run so smoothly.

The major round for domestic students to apply for admission and scholarships for 2020 semester 1 commencements has opened.  Applications close on 31 October 2019.  Detailed information is available on the scholarships available and how to apply.  If you are thinking about starting a research degree in 2020 I encourage you to start preparing your application early.  Speak to potential supervisors and postgraduate coordinators in the schools who will be able to understand what a research degree involves and explain the research opportunities to you.

Congratulations to Baden Gilbert, a PhD student in the School of Physical Sciences.  While on leave of absence from his PhD Baden has managed to outwit, outplay, and outlast many others to make it to the final 3 on Australian Survivor.  Best wishes Baden for tonight’s finale!

Professor Michael Liebelt

Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research Operations) and Dean of Graduate Studies

In this edition:

• Adelaide Graduate Centre Relocation
• Staff Movements
• Copyright Considerations for Your Thesis
• 2020 Major Round
• Scholarships
• Respect. Now. Always
• Free, Independent and Confidential Counselling Service
• Free and Confidential Disability Service
   

 Adelaide Graduate Centre Relocation 

The Adelaide Graduate Centre is moving up to Level 10 of the Schulz Building.

The Graduate Centre will be closed from 4pm on Thursday 26th September and will reopen at midday on Friday 27th September on Level 10 of the Schulz Building.  Access to Level 10 will be via the Eastern lifts.

Please note that during this period of relocation, responses to enquiries will be delayed.

Staff Movements

This month Emma Aucote joined the Adelaide Graduate Centre as our new CaRST Officer. Emma will be supporting CaRST while Melanie Hand undertakes a 12-month position as a research systems administrator in the Fight Food Waste CRC. Please join us in welcoming Emma, and wishing Melanie all the best in her new role.

Copyright considerations for your thesis

This session on Tuesday 24 September will focus on the copyright considerations you’ll need to be aware of when completing your thesis for examination and final submission. The session will cover the basics of copyright, use of third-party copyright material in your thesis, and your rights as an author. You will then be able to apply these general principles to other areas, including publishing. To book a place at this session, please visit CaRST Online.

2020 Major Round: Postgraduate Research Degrees (applications open 1 September until 31 October 2019)

Want a world-changing career in cutting-edge research? There’s no better launchpad than a University of Adelaide graduate research degree. You’ll work side-by-side with world-class researchers. Engage with industry at the highest levels. And draw on an enviable professional network spanning the globe.

For more information please visit the Future Students webpage on the Adelaide Graduate Centre website. Details on how to apply can be found here. Further information on scholarship opportunities can be found on the scholarships website.

Scholarships:

Upgrade to PhD Scholarships (nominations open until filled)

Nominations from Supervisors are encouraged.  The University of Adelaide funds several Upgrade to PhD Scholarships each year to support students who enter higher degree by research through the Master of Philosophy (No Honours) pathway, who intend to upgrade to PhD (after the qualifying period of 18 months) and who have not previously been in receipt of scholarship funding for their program of research at the University of Adelaide. 

Further information can be found on the Upgrade to PhD Scholarships webpage.

The John Crampton Travelling Scholarship (applications close 30 September)

The late Mrs Mary Hope St. Clair Crampton died on 8 August 1996 leaving a bequest providing a number of scholarships to be used for the purpose of enabling students to undertake higher degree study overseas.

Applications are invited from students intending to undertake study in the areas of Architecture, Engineering, Fine Arts (Music excluded) or Classical Antiquity, in a country other than Australia.  The number and value of scholarships awarded each year will be determined on merit and subject to available income.

A candidate should preferably be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident and a graduate of an Australian university holding either a First Class Honours degree (or equivalent qualification) or a Research Masters degree. Other candidates who are students in any of the specified areas of study may be considered on merit.

Normal tenure is up to two years for a Masters degree or three years for a Doctorate.  Details about this scholarship are available from the Scholarships website.

Applications close on 30 September 2019. Any enquiries regarding this scholarship can be directed to the Scholarships Team.

Archie McArthur Ant Systematics Supplementary Scholarship (applications close 31 October)

Applications are invited for the Archie McArthur Ant Systematics scholarship. The supplementary scholarship is provided by the South Australian Museum to support and encourage PhD students at the University of Adelaide in the study of Ant Systematics, increase awareness of and enhance the Museum’s research and Ant Collections.

The Archie McArthur Ant Systematics Scholarship is intended to supplement a major scholarship held by the recipient. Commencing in 2020, the scholarship provides $5,000 per annum stipend funds and $3,166 per annum in project costs. Funding will be awarded for up to 3 years with the possibility of a six month extension to stipend funds only.

Please visit the Archie McArthur Ant Systematics Supplementary Scholarship webpage for more information. Applications close 31 October 2019.

Hans-Jürgen and Marianne Ohff Research Grants (applications close 31 October)

These grants have been established by Hans-Jürgen and Marianne Ohff to support postgraduate research students to undertake study and/or fieldwork at a German-speaking university or research institution.

Students enrolled in postgraduate research programs at the University of Adelaide and who have had their candidature confirmed, are eligible to apply for Grants. Activities funded by the Grant may include:

• Research field work or a short study program
• Internships and related industry placements
• Conference presentations and attendance

Selection will be made on the basis of academic merit, purpose of requested Grant, essential nature of the travel to the scholar's research project, expected outcomes, reason for choosing particular University or institution, and how the Grant would strengthen links between the host institution and University of Adelaide.  Rules and the application form can be found on the Scholarships website.

Applications close on 31 October 2019.  Applicants for this round of grants must intend to travel during the first half of 2020.  Any enquires regarding the grants can be directed to the Scholarships Team.

Gates Cambridge Scholarship Applications Now Open (Applications close either 3 December 2019 or 7 January 2020 dependent on your course)

Fully-funded scholarship for outstanding applicants to pursue a postgraduate degree at the University of Cambridge. Be part of a global network of future leaders committed to improving the lives of others. For more information on this scholarship, please visit the scholarships website and the Gates Cambridge website. A news article on one of the Gates Cambridge Scholars can also be found here.   

The MH and MF Joyner Scholarships

The late Millie Hay Joyner passed away on 13 February 1993 leaving a will providing for a number of educational scholarships. Applications are invited for the Joyner Scholarships in Law, Fine Arts, Medicine and Science tenable at the three South Australian Universities. The Scholarships are available to support full-time study leading to the degree of PhD (Doctor of Philosophy).  Scholarships are subject to funding and each discipline specific scholarship may not be available each year.

Note: For 2020 commencement at the University of Adelaide, only the Joyner Scholarship in Law will be available. All information below is specific to 2020 commencement only.

Applicants must be domestic students who are accepted to commence enrolment in a PhD program in the discipline of Law. Applicants should hold, or expect to hold a First Class Honours degree or equivalent thereof.  

The living allowance for the Law scholarship will be 10% above the base stipend applying to Research Training Program Stipend (RTPS).  Support will continue for up to three years subject to satisfactory academic progress.   Full details of the terms, conditions and benefits are available on the Scholarships website.

The awards are allocated as part of the Major Round of scholarship applications – applicants applying for the Research Training Program Stipend (RTPS) will be automatically considered and eligible applications will be forwarded to the Joyner Scholarships selection committee for consideration.

Frank Knox Memorial Fellowship to Harvard 2020- 2021

Up to three Frank Knox Memorial Fellowships are awarded each year.

Knox Fellowships include:

• tuition fees
• health insurance fees
• adequate stipend, which is sufficient to cover living expenses of a single fellow for a ten-month academic year.

Recipients who are admitted to a Harvard degree program that requires multiple years of study are guaranteed two years of Knox funding, provided they remain in good academic standing.  Requests for continued funding after two years are considered on a case-by-case basis.

Please remember that applicants who have graduated (alumni) and are no longer affiliated with the University of Adelaide should contact Mr Paul Govoni, The Frank Knox Fellowship administrator about submitting their application directly to the Committee on General Scholarships.

The Frank Knox Fellowship application is separate from the candidate’s application for admission to one of the Harvard University schools. Applicants for the Frank Knox Fellowship must also apply for and gain admission to one of the graduate or professional schools at Harvard University as full-time degree students.

Applications for admission must be submitted to the appropriate school according to the deadlines established at that school. The awarding of a fellowship is contingent upon the applicant gaining admission to the Harvard school of choice. Admission to the University does not guarantee a fellowship award.

For further information, application forms and the full eligibility criteria, please visit the Frank Knox Memorial Fellowship webpage.

Lodging applications: The University of Adelaide is required to submit all collated applications to the Frank Knox Fellowship Committee.  Therefore applications (preferably typewritten or neatly hand-written, must be submitted to the Adelaide Graduate Centre on the prescribed form with all requested attachments, including two confidential letters of recommendation by the internal closing date of Friday 10 January 2020.

Completion Scholarships (nominations open all year round)

Nominations from Supervisors are encouraged.  Completion Scholarships are supported by University of Adelaide research scholarship funding and are designed to encourage timely PhD completions.

Completion Scholarships are available to Australian Citizens or Permanent Residents undertaking a PhD who have not previously been in receipt of any type of scholarship funding. In special circumstances and at the discretion of the Dean of Graduate Studies Completion Scholarships may also be available to International students who have not previously been in receipt of scholarship funding.

For more information please visit the Completion Scholarships webpage.

Respect. Now. Always.

The University seeks to promote an inclusive, respectful and fair environment for all people whilst engaged in University-related activities. A range of services are available to assist students who have safety concerns or have experienced bullying, sexual harassment or assault. For further information, help, or to report an incident, please visit the Safer Campus Community website.

As a student of the University, you can help to keep your campus safe by looking out for your own safety, and the safety of others and by conducting yourself in a manner consistent with the Student Charter. Remember that unacceptable behaviours such as Harassment, Discrimination, Bullying and Victimisation are not tolerated at the University.

Free, independent and confidential Counselling Service

Did you know that as a Postgraduate Student you are entitled to access counselling services provided to students at The University of Adelaide. To find out more information visit the Counselling Centre website.

Free and confidential Disability Service

As a Postgraduate Student you are also eligible for assistance from the Disability Service if you have a disability or ongoing medical condition. Information about the nature of your disability is not disclosed – information obtained from you about the functional impact of the disability is shared with academic staff solely for the purpose of assisting you with your studies. Details relating to the Disability Service and the on line registration process can be found on the Disability website.

Useful resources for staff can be found at the staff section of the Disability website.