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50500 AUD/year
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About

The Translation (Advanced) program at the Australian National University will equip you with the highly-developed analytical and written communication skills in English and a language of focus, which you need to succeed in professional translation, as well as intercultural competence and transferable skills that will prepare you to succeed in increasingly global, multilingual work environments.   

Overview

The Translation (Advanced) program at the Australian National University is designed to provide students with a focused qualification in the fields of literary and technical translation, along with an understanding of the history of translation and an appreciation of many critical issues in the field. 

The ANU is home to a team of world-renowned intercultural specialists and language specialists who are also experienced translators. ANU offers the greatest variety of specialised language expertise available in Australia and is the ideal location for your study of translation.

    Learning Outcomes 

  • demonstrate a thorough knowledge of translation theory and practice specific to English and the language of focus;
  • evaluate theories concerning the nature and use of translation and the practical application of those theories to specific areas of interest to the student;
  • demonstrate an awareness of fundamental issues in translation including the processes of translation, assessing translations, the place of register and genre, and the questions of pragmatic and cultural interpretation;
  • critically apply theoretical frameworks to the creation of translations;
  • show analytic skills and creative thinking in translating between English and the language of focus;
  • complete a major piece of research in the field of Translation.

Career Options

ANU ranks among the world's very finest universities. Our nearly 100,000 alumni include political, business, government, and academic leaders around the world.

We have graduated remarkable people from every part of our continent, our region and all walks of life.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Modern Chinese 
  • Advanced Ancient Greek
  • Creative Writing 
  • The Structure of English
  • Advanced French
  •  Indonesian
  • Advanced Italian Topics in Language and Literary Studies 

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

More details

National: You can apply at any time throughout the year

Credits

96 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Academic requirements

GPA admission requirements GPA
Required

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

  • Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
  • Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
  • Liability
  • Home contents and baggage
  • Accidents
  • Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS: 083814G 

  • At a minimum, all applicants must meet program-specific academic/non-academic requirements, and English language requirements. Admission to most ANU programs is on a competitive basis. Therefore, meeting all admission requirements does not automatically guarantee entry. 
  • Applicants must present a Bachelor degree or international equivalent with a minimum GPA of 6.0/7.0; a successful assessment in the language of focus; and the approval of an identified supervisor for the thesis.

Tuition Fee

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  • International

    50500 AUD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 50500 AUD per year during 24 months.
  • National

    32670 AUD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 32670 AUD per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Canberra

1425 - 2504 AUD /month
Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Translation (Advanced).

Available Scholarships

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Grant
100000 AUD
Deadline
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Clinical Higher Degree Training Scholarship
Merit-based

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Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
Provided by university
Grant
75000 AUD
Deadline
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John Monash Scholarships
Merit-based

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Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
Provided by university
Grant
56010 AUD
Deadline
06 Dec 2025
National Intelligence Community and National Security College Scholarship for Women
Merit-based Need-based

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Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
Provided by university
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
07 Jul 2025
Fulbright Scholarships
Merit-based

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Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
Provided by university
Grant
38000 AUD
Deadline
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Community Impact Research Scholarship, funded by the ACT Government
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Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
Provided by university
Grant
36652 AUD
Deadline
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Indigenous Australian Graduate Scholarship
Merit-based

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Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
Provided by university
Grant
36652 AUD
Deadline
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ANU Kathleen Woodroofe PhD Scholarship in the Humanities/Social Sciences
Merit-based

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Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
Provided by university
Grant
36652 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
ANU Gwendolyn Woodroofe PhD Scholarship in the Biological Sciences
Merit-based

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Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
Provided by university
Grant
36000 AUD
Deadline
06 Dec 2025
National Security College Student Excellence Scholarship
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Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
Provided by university
Grant
36000 AUD
Deadline
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National Security College Indigenous Excellence Scholarship
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Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
Provided by university
Grant
25000 AUD
Deadline
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National Indigenous Scholarship for Medicine
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Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
Provided by university
Grant
25000 AUD
Deadline
29 Mar 2025
Love Supreme Grant
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Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
Provided by university
Grant
25000 AUD
Deadline
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John James Foundation Scholarship
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Canberra, Australia
Provided by university
Grant
25000 AUD
Deadline
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Jessica King Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
Provided by university
Grant
22400 AUD
Deadline
26 Feb 2025
ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences Indigenous Australian Graduate Coursework Scholarship
Merit-based

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Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
Provided by university
Grant
21641 AUD
Deadline
31 Oct 2025
Including the voices of children and young people in support services: Supplementary scholarship
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Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
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Grant
15000 AUD
Deadline
23 Feb 2025
Oxford Australia Scholarships
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Canberra, Australia
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Grant
15000 AUD
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Canberra, Australia
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Grant
10000 AUD
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Canberra, Australia
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Grant
10000 AUD
Deadline
30 Nov 2025
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Canberra, Australia
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Grant
10000 AUD
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Community Impact Research Award, funded by the ACT Government
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Canberra, Australia
Provided by university
Grant
8000 AUD
Deadline
28 Mar 2025
Freilich Indigenous Student Scholarship in Law
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Canberra, Australia
Provided by university
Grant
7500 AUD
Deadline
13 May 2025
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Canberra, Australia
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Grant
7500 AUD
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ANU College of Business & Economics Postgraduate Scholarship for Aboriginal or Torres Islanders
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Canberra, Australia
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Grant
7000 AUD
Deadline
08 Jan 2026
National Security College Thesis Grant
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Canberra, Australia
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Grant
5400 AUD
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Ken Wanganeen Scholarship
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Canberra, Australia
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Grant
5150 AUD
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National Security College HDR Travel Grant
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Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
Provided by university
Grant
5000 AUD
Deadline
13 May 2025
Indigenous Commonwealth Education Costs Scholarship
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Canberra, Australia
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Grant
5000 AUD
Deadline
31 Aug 2025
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Canberra, Australia
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Grant
3887 AUD
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Canberra, Australia
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Grant
3125 AUD
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Canberra, Australia
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Grant
2500 AUD
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ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences Study Tour and Field Trip Travel Bursary
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Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
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Grant
1500 AUD
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Duguid Travelling Award
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Canberra, Australia
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Grant
Various benefits
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Nugget Coombs Indigenous Australian Scholarships
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Canberra, Australia
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Grant
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Canberra, Australia
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Grant
Various benefits
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19 Feb 2025
Elspeth Young Memorial Grant
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Canberra, Australia
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Canberra, Australia
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Various benefits
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Canberra, Australia
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Grant
Various benefits
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13 Jul 2025
College of Engineering and Computer Science Postgraduate Coursework Fee Reduction Scholarship
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Canberra, Australia
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Canberra, Australia
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ANU Tuition Fee Scholarship - MPhil
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Canberra, Australia
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Grant
36652 AUD
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Canberra, Australia
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Grant
36652 AUD
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Canberra, Australia
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36652 AUD
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Canberra, Australia
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36652 AUD
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Canberra, Australia
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36652 AUD
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Canberra, Australia
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Grant
35000 AUD
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28 Feb 2025
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Canberra, Australia
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Grant
35000 AUD
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27 Jul 2025
Frohlich Travel Grant to support the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) Fellowship
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Canberra, Australia
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34938 AUD
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Canberra, Australia
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34000 AUD
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Canberra, Australia
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34000 AUD
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Canberra, Australia
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28854 AUD
Deadline
01 Jun 2025
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Canberra, Australia
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27652 AUD
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Canberra, Australia
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27000 AUD
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Pacific Trade and Development (PAFTAD) Scholarship
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Canberra, Australia
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20908 AUD
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01 Aug 2025
Florence McKenzie Chair
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Canberra, Australia
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20000 AUD
Deadline
15 Jul 2025
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Canberra, Australia
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20000 AUD
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Canberra, Australia
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20000 AUD
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Canberra, Australia
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20000 AUD
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Canberra, Australia
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18750 AUD
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Canberra, Australia
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15000 AUD
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31 Oct 2025
Centre for Gravitational Astrophysics Merit Scholarship in Gravitational Wave and Space
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Canberra, Australia
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14000 AUD
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Canberra, Australia
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10000 AUD
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MYINT ZAN SCHOLARSHIP FOR THE MASTER OF ASIAN AND PACIFIC STUDIES
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Canberra, Australia
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10000 AUD
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JCSMR Gender Equity Fund
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Canberra, Australia
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10000 AUD
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Global Power Generation Australia Scholarship in The Hydrogen Economy
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Canberra, Australia
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10000 AUD
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Fenner Merit Scholarship in Medical Sciences
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Canberra, Australia
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10000 AUD
Deadline
20 Aug 2025
Energy Research Supplementary Scholarship
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Canberra, Australia
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Grant
10000 AUD
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College of Health and Medicine Dean's Global Scholarship
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Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
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10000 AUD
Deadline
24 May 2025
Christel Larko Music Scholarship
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Canberra, Australia
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10000 AUD
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ANU College of Law International Merit Scholarship
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Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
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8002 AUD
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31 Mar 2025
A E Ringwood Supplementary Scholarship
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Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
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8000 AUD
Deadline
31 Jul 2025
Computational Biomedicine Project – Talo Computational Biology Talent Accelerator Grant
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Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
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Grant
8000 AUD
Deadline
31 Oct 2025
Alan and Julia Beck Supplementary Scholarship
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Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
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7500 AUD
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24 May 2025
Graeme Samuel Dementia Research Award
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Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
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Grant
7500 AUD
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Director’s Scholarships for Academic Excellence
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Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
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7000 AUD
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31 Aug 2025
ARC Centre of Excellence for Plant Energy Biology Jan Anderson HDR Supplementary Scholarships
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Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
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7000 AUD
Deadline
31 May 2025
ANU Art Collection Scholarship
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Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
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6000 AUD
Deadline
17 May 2025
Minoru Hokari Memorial Scholarship
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Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
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6000 AUD
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Alex Rodgers Travelling Scholarship
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Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
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5000 AUD
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Nigel Thomson Travel Grant
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Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
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5000 AUD
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Kloeden Foundation Forestry Grant
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Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
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5000 AUD
Deadline
21 Jul 2025
Graduate Materials Award in Visual Arts
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Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
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5000 AUD
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24 Apr 2025
Haydn Marsh Memorial Scholarship in Family Law
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Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
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5000 AUD
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01 Oct 2025
Grace Groom Memorial Scholarship
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5000 AUD
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30 Apr 2025
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5000 AUD
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Dean's International Science Excellence Scholarship
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Canberra, Australia
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5000 AUD
Deadline
31 Mar 2025
Chris Heyde & Joe Gani Scholarship
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5000 AUD
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ANU Sport and Recreation Association Scholarship
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4000 AUD
Deadline
08 Nov 2025
ANU Law Careers and Employability Travel Grant
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Canberra, Australia
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4000 AUD
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ANU College of Law Indigenous Justice and Education Grant
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3500 AUD
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Bhati Family India Travel Grant
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Canberra, Australia
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3000 AUD
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Jamie Mackie Southeast Asia Travel Grant
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2000 AUD
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Dewar Milne Prize in Immunology
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2000 AUD
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1800 AUD
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Bernard Wheelahan Latin American Travel Grant
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1500 AUD
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Jason Passioura Bursary
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Canberra, Australia
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1500 AUD
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Geoff Mercer Award
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1500 AUD
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30 Apr 2025
Baume HDR Travel Grant
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500 AUD
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24 Jul 2025
ANU College of Law Study Bursary
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