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About the Course
"How to Apply for a PhD Scholarship in Australia" is designed specifically for international students, recent graduates, and early-career academics who are ready to take their academic journey to the next level. Whether you're just exploring your options or already drafting your application, this course will guide you through each step with practical strategies and expert advice. This course features tailored checklists, real-world examples, downloadable templates, self-paced lessons, and summary videos highlighting key takeaways—all designed to keep you organized, focused, and fully prepared for scholarship success. Each lesson includes a practical "take action" component that brings you one step closer to completing your application. With a supportive tone and actionable tools, you’ll gain not only clarity, but also the confidence to move forward with purpose on your PhD journey. Whether you’re targeting the RTP, university-specific scholarships, or government-funded schemes, this course gives you the edge you need.
Meet Your Mentor
I am the person behind Research Pal. I am creating this platform to help international students like you win fully funded PhD opportunities in Australia and elsewhere — not just by being smart, but by being strategic. I’ve been where you are: navigating applications, writing proposals, contacting supervisors. I’ve personally applied for and earned scholarships worth hundreds of thousands of dollars — and I have also had the unique opportunity to witness the scholarship selection process from the inside. Research Pal is everything I wish I had when I started — practical tools, honest guidance, and clarity without the jargon.
Course Curriculum
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Welcome!
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How to Build an Irresistible Profile for Scholarships (Even If You’re Just Starting!)
- Introduction - Building an Irresistible Profile Free preview
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Step 1: Understanding What Scholarship Panels Look For
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Step 2: Strengthening Your Academic Record
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Step 3: Obtaining Evidence Language Proficiency
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Step 4: Gaining Research Experience from Scratch
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Step 5: Building Leadership & Extracurricular Impact
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Step 6: Crafting a Strong Online Presence and Personal Branding
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Podcast - Unit 1
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Test - Building a strong Profile
- Recap Unit 1 Free preview
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Understanding the Australian Scholarship Landscape (Know What’s Available & Where to Apply!)
- Introduction chapter - What to expect Free preview
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Types of HDR Scholarships in Australia
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Understanding Scholarship Benefits & Coverage
- What a Complete HDR Scholarship Application Looks Like Free preview
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Key Deadlines, Application Timelines & Competitiveness
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Managing Multiple Applications Simultaneously
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Podcast - Unit 2
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Test - Understanding the Australian Scholarship Landscape
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Recap Unit 2
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Finding & Contacting Supervisors (The #1 Step Most Applicants Get Wrong!)
- Introduction Chapter - Finding & Contacting Supervisors Free preview
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Why a Supervisor is Crucial for Your Scholarship Application
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Finding the Right Supervisor for Your Research
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The Perfect Cold Email to a Supervisor
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Following Up & Handling Supervisor Responses
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Nail the Meeting: How to Impress (Without Stress) in Your First Supervisor Chat
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Podcast - Unit 3
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Test - Finding and Contacting Supervisors
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Recap Unit 3
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Writing a Powerful Research Proposal (Without Overcomplicating It!)
- Introduction - Writing a Powerful Research Proposal Free preview
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Why a Strong Research Proposal is Critical for Your Scholarship
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Your Research Proposal: Step-by-step
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Step 1: Title & Abstract
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Step 2: Introduction & Background
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Step 3: Objectives, Research Questions & Hypotheses (Research framework)
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Step 4: From Idea to Execution: Building a Methodology That Works
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Step 5: Significance and Contribution
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Step 6: Timeline & Resources
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Step 7: References & Final Tips
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Unit 4 - Podcast
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Test - A Powerful Research Proposal
- Recap Unit 4 Free preview
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Crafting a Personal Statement That Stands Out (Even If You Hate Talking About Yourself!)
- Introduction - Crafting a personal statement Free preview
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Why Your Personal Statement Can Make or Break Your HDR Scholarship Application
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Your Personal Statement the Right Way (Step-by-step)
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Step 1: The Opening Hook
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Step 2: Academic Background & Research Interests
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Step 3: Why This University & Supervisor
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Step 4: Career Goals & Research Impact
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Step 5: Closing Strong
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Step 6: Pulling It All Together (Outline & Final Polish)
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Unit 5 - Podcast
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Test - A Personal Statement that Stands Out
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Recap Unit 5
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Getting Strong Recommendation Letters (Even If Your Professors Are Super Busy!)
- Introduction - Getting strong recommendation letters Free preview
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Why Strong Recommendation Letters Matter for HDR Scholarships
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Choosing the Right Professors for Your Recommendation Letters
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The Perfect Way to Request a Recommendation Letter
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Ensuring Submission & Following Up
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Unit 6 - Podcast
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Test - Recommendation Letters
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Recap Unit 6
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Submitting and Beyond
- Introduction - Submitting and beyond Free preview
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Double-Checking & Quality Control
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After You Click Submit – What Happens Next?
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Handling Scholarship Outcomes with Strategy & Confidence
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Unit 7 - Podcast
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Test - Submitting and beyond
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Recap Unit 7
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Bonus Unit: How to Boost Your Scholarship Success with Published Research & Conferences
- Introduction - Boosting your academic success Free preview
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Why Published Research & Conferences Matter
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Getting Published – Even as a Student or Early Researcher
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Finding & Participating in Academic Conferences
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Building Research Credentials Before You Apply
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Test - Boosting your scholarship success
- Recap Bonus Unit Free preview
Ready to Secure Your Future?
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