La Trobe University – Vice-Chancellor Scholarship – India and Sri Lanka – Master of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics

Scholarship Overview

The La Trobe University Vice-Chancellor Scholarship for India and Sri Lanka students pursuing a Master of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics offers financial assistance to academically gifted worldwide students from those areas. It goals to support their education in current biotechnology and bioinformatics fields at La Trobe University.

Applicable course, university, and country

 

This scholarship is applicable for all bachelors and masters courses at La Trobe University in Australia, including:

• Master of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics

 

Scholarship amount details

Scholarship offers a 100% deduction on annual tuition fees.
Max scholarship per student: AUD 41000= Rs 2285976
Conversion rate used: 1 AUD = Rs 56.23.
Scholarship amount will be given: Every Semester

Scholarship amount can be used for:

Type of Expense	Indicates If the Scholarship Can Be Used for This Type of Expense
Application	× Not covered in scholarship
Tuition & Fees	✔ Scholarship amount can be used for this
Living Expense	× Not covered in scholarship
Accommodation	× Not covered in scholarship
Air Fare/Travel Expenses	× Not covered in scholarship
Spouse/Child Care	× Not covered in scholarship
Health Cover	× Not covered in scholarship
Others	× Not covered in scholarship

Number of students to be Awarded
Varies

Eligible student nationality

This scholarship is applicable for students from India, Sri Lanka.

Appication Process for this scholarship

 

• Applicants must submit a complete application for the course commencing in Semester 2 (July) or Summer 1 (November) intake of 2023 at La Trobe University.
• Applicants must provide the following documents before the application closing date:
  • A detailed resume
  • A 4-5 minute video recording answering the following questions:
    • Why should you be selected for this scholarship?
    • Why have you chosen La Trobe University?
    • What are your career goals?
    • How would you like to make a difference to the world/community using this qualification?
• Shortlisted candidates may be invited for an interview.

Scholarship Application
This scholarship needs a separate external application.

Scholarship link:
https://www.latrobe.edu.au/study/scholarships/other/vice-chancellor-scholarship-india-and-sri-lanka

Application Link:
https://www.latrobe.edu.au/study/scholarships/other/vice-chancellor-scholarship-india-and-sri-lanka

Application Documents

Type of Document	Indicates if Required
CV	Required
Transcripts	Required
Extra-curricular activities	Required

Important Dates & FAQ info

Info	Date
Scholarship application open	28-Feb-2023
Scholarship Deadline	31-Dec-2023
FAQ Link	Not Available
Contact email	SouthAsiaAfrica@latrobe.edu.au
Contact number	Not Available

 

Scholarship Eligibility

 

• The applicant must be a citizen and resident of India or Sri Lanka
• Applicants must be eligible for direct entry (no ELICOS or pathway) commencing an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree
• The applicant must have an overall WAM* (AQF Equivalent) of 80% or above
• Applicants must be a full-fee paying student (Non-Sponsored)
• An Australian Bachelor’s degree in any discipline or an approved equivalent qualification
• ELP Scores:
  • TOEFL: With scores of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking, and 21 in Writing
  • IELTS: With no individual band score less than 60
  • PTE: (Academic : Test after 1 Dec 2020) Overall score of 56 with no communicative skill score less than 46

Scholarship Restriction:
No Special Restriction is applicable.

Exams Details:

Exam Name	Requirements
TOEFL	Required (Minimum Score: 79)
IELTS	Required (Minimum Score: 6.5)
PTE	Required (Minimum Score: 56)
12	Required
UG	Required (Minimum Score: 80.0%)

 

The rating is done considering various factors

Frequently Asked Questions

The frequently asked questions about the scholarship are:

Who can apply for the Scholarship?
The scholarship is applicable to students from India, Sri Lanka.

What is the minimum Qualification Required?
The students must have completed their undergraduate education from a recognized institution.

What is the procedure for applying?
This scholarship needs a separate external application.

What are the documents required for filling the forms?
Official transcripts, CV, Extra-curricular activities.

What is the duration of the Scholarship?
Every Semester