Endeavour Postgraduate Leadership Award
The Endeavour Postgraduate Leadership Award is a prestigious scholarship program offered by the Australian Government to support international students who wish to pursue postgraduate studies at the Masters or PhD level in any field of study. This scholarship provides financial assistance for up to 2 years for Masters students and 4 years for PhD students, covering tuition fees, living expenses, and other benefits.
Who Can Apply?
International students from various regions, including the Americas, Asia, Africa, the Caribbean, Europe, the Middle East, and the Pacific, are eligible to apply for the Endeavour Postgraduate Leadership Award. Applicants must be 18 years or older at the start of their leadership activity and should not have citizenship, dual citizenship, or permanent residency in Australia.
Scholarship Benefits:
Successful recipients of the Endeavour Postgraduate Leadership Award receive a stipend of AU$3,000 per month, with a maximum total amount of AU$36,000 per calendar year, paid on a pro-rata basis depending on the duration of the award.
In addition to the stipend, students are eligible for a travel allowance of up to AU$3,000 (with provisions for special circumstances up to AU$4,500), an establishment allowance ranging from AU$2,000 to AU$4,000, and health insurance for the entire category duration. International recipients also receive Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) during their study period.
Scholarship Application:
The Australian Government has announced that there will be no further rounds of the Endeavour Leadership Program (ELP). Therefore, applications for this scholarship are no longer open. However, for those who applied in the past, the application process required applicants to submit a letter of admission (offer letter) from an Australian university for a Masters or PhD course.
Conclusion:
The Endeavour Postgraduate Leadership Award provided a wonderful opportunity for international students to pursue advanced studies in Australia. By offering financial support, including tuition fees, living stipends, and other allowances, the scholarship aimed to attract outstanding students from around the world.
Although the program is no longer accepting new applications, those who received the award in the past were able to enhance their academic and leadership skills in a vibrant and diverse educational environment in Australia. For more information on other scholarships and fellowships, interested individuals can visit the official Australian Government scholarship website.