Key scholarship details
Application status
Open for applications
Applications open
29 May 2026
Applications close
28 Jul 2026
Benefit amount
Up to $39,375
Eligible study level
Graduate research
Eligible student type
Domestic and international students
Eligible study stage
Current study
Benefit duration
One or more years
Summary
The Duncan McEachran Eales Research Scholarship was established with a gift Duncan McEachran Eales and is offered to students enrolled in a higher degree by research in the field of telecommunications whether theoretical or practical.
Benefits
This scholarship provides a stipend with a rate of $11,250 per year for up to two years for students undertaking a masters by research degree or up to 3.5 years for students undertaking a doctoral degree. The duration will be reduced by any study completed towards their course prior to receiving the scholarship.
Amount:
Up to $39,375
Duration:
One or more years
Quantity:
1
Eligibility and selection criteria
Eligibility
To be eligible for this scholarship, you must:
- Be enrolled in a graduate research degree with the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering or its successor
- Be undertaking research in fields related to communication systems
- Have completed 1 year or less of their candidature.
Selection criteria
The scholarship is offered to the student who is ranked highest by the selection panel based on their personal statement and supporting documents.
Conditions
This scholarship is subject to the University's Graduate Research Scholarship Terms and Conditions and cannot be deferred to the following year. In addition, students must agree to the University sharing their name and course details with the donor of their scholarship and to provide a brief report on the benefits of the scholarship if requested.
Study level:
Graduate research
Student type:
Domestic and international students
Study stage type:
Current study
Study area:
Engineering
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How to apply
You must submit an application and provide:
- Personal statement outlining the theoretical or practical application of your research and its contribution to the field of telecommunications.
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of support from supervisor
Status:
Open for applications
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