The scholarship was established in 2011 and is maintained by the School of Chemistry & Molecular Biosicences, Faculty of Science, The University Queensland.

The purpose of the scholarship is to encourage and reward students from India studying the Master of Biotechnology program and the Master of Molecular Biology  program at The University of Queensland.

An applicant will be considered for the scholarship, if the applicant –
• submits an application to the Head, by the closing date for applications; and
• is a citizen of India; and
• achieved a GPA (or overseas equivalent) of 80% over 7 semesters of undergraduate studies or 75% over 8 semesters of undergraduate studies at a higher education institution in India; and
• is able to commence as an international student in Australia on a student visa.

The Scholarship is awarded to the applicant showing greatest merit as demonstrated by -
• academic achievement in undergraduate studies; and
• strength of interest demonstrated in biotechnology and/or molecular biology; and
• personal qualities, including leadership potential; and
• any other matter that the selection committee considers to be relevant to the applicant's future  professional success in biotechnology or molecular biology.

Value: The value of the scholarship is 50% of the tuition fees payable for the minimum number of units required to complete the program by the student who is awarded the scholarship, for each semester for which it is held.

Information: Contact the School of Chemistry and Molecular Biosciences or visit http://www.uq.edu.au/study/scholarships/index.html?page=179193&pid=111924 

For application: Click here

Applications close: Applications for the semester commencing July 2013 close 31 March 2013. Applications for the semester commencing February 2014 close 31 October 31.