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University of New England Scholarship 2026 in Australia (Fully Funded)

Are you passionate about Machine Learning and its applications in real-world challenges like healthcare and education? The University of New England (UNE), in collaboration with Cogninet Australia, is offering a fully funded PhD scholarship for students eager to advance research in AI and data analytics.

This opportunity covers full tuition fees, a living stipend of AUD $36,862 per year, and Overseas Health Cover for international students — making it an excellent option for both domestic and international applicants.

 Scholarship Summary

   • Host Country: Australia

   • University: University of New England (UNE)

   • Level: PhD (Postgraduate Research)

   • Eligible Countries: All countries

   • Funding: Fully Funded

   • Benefits: Tuition + AUD $36,862 yearly stipend + Health Insurance

   • IELTS: Not required at the application stage

   • Deadline: Not specified (applications close once a candidate is selected)

 Scholarship Details

   • Program Area: PhD in the School of Science and Technology

   • Research Focus: Developing AI and Machine Learning models for medical and educational data analytics

   • Funding Source: Jointly supported by Cogninet Australia and UNE

   • Mode: Preference for on-campus study (online study may be considered)

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered, candidates must:

   • Have an academic background in Computer Science

   • Demonstrate strong Python programming skills

   • Be open to industry collaboration and professional training

Preference will be given to candidates who can study on-campus. However, online study options may be considered.

Benefits

   • Living stipend: AUD $36,862 per year (tax-free, paid fortnightly)

   • Duration: 3 years + 6 months (3.5 years) full-time

   • Tuition fees covered

   • Single Overseas Health Cover (OSHC) for international students

 How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

1. Visit the official program webpage (via the green button provided on UNE’s scholarship page).

2. Apply for admission to the doctoral program at UNE.

3. Prepare your application package:

   • One-page cover letter

   • Curriculum Vitae

4. Submit your application as a single PDF file to Associate Professor Subrata Chakraborty via email.

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