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What is a General Sir John Monash Award?

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A General Sir John Monash Award is a prize for exemplary graduates who have the potential to become leaders in their fields and to make a significant contribution to their field and to the Australia?s future.

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Can I accept scholarships or awards in addition to the General Sir John Monash Award?

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Yes. A General Sir John Monash Award has an annual value of up to AUD $50,000. It may be held concurrently with other scholarships, awards or sources of income at the discretion of the Foundation.

A General Sir John Monash Award is exempt from Australian income tax, subject to the terms of ATO Ruling CR 2003/109 at - http://law.ato.gov.au/atolaw/

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Who is eligible?

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Australian citizens who are graduates of an Australian University who wish to undertake a study programme in any field, which leads to the highest academic research degree generally accepted in that field of study. Principally this will be a PhD or DPhil or an equivalent research doctoral degree.

Only in exceptional circumstances, would the Foundation consider supporting an applicant to undertake a Masters Degree that extends their capability for a special purpose.

There is no age restriction provided an Applicant?s major contribution to their field and to the community lies ahead.

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Does the proposed field of study have to include a formal research component?

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Monash Awards recognise outstanding intellect and both demonstrated and potential leadership. Monash Award scholars are expected to make a contribution to their field and to the general community. Applicants are asked to describe the key issues in their field, the issues that they will address in their study and their desired outcomes. The proposed study programme should make a significant original contribution to knowledge in their field.

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Does the General Sir John Monash Foundation help arrange University or institutional affiliations?

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No. Applicants must make their own arrangements and have them confirmed for the Award to commence. Applicants are advised to seek arrangements with up to three universities, outside Australia, considered to be leaders in the particular field of study. An Applicant's referees are asked to comment on the standing of the universities selected so the Awards committee can determine if the best university appropriate to the field of study had been chosen.

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Am I responsible for any taxes incurred as a result of being selected for a General Sir John Monash Award?

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Yes. Award winners are responsible for any taxes incurred. However, a General Sir John Monash Award is exempt from Australian income tax, subject to the terms of ATO Ruling CR 2003/109 at - http://law.ato.gov.au/atolaw/

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What is the deadline for Applications?

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Completed applications must be received by close of business on 31st August in the year of application at the relevant addresses listed on the application form.

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Where do I send my application?

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To the General Sir John Monash office address in the State or Territory where you reside or if you reside overseas to the State or Territory where you completed your most recent Australian university degree.

Applications can only be lodged in one State or Territory.

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Can I e-mail or fax my application?

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No. Original Applications will not be accepted by email.

However, to assist data entry by the Foundation, please send a copy of your Application (minus attachments) by email to: applications@monashawards.org

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How should I present my Application?

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Applications are judged on content not packaging. Do not bind or place in a folder. Simply staple once in the top left hand corner.

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Can I have my application returned to me?

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No. Applications cannot be returned.

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Will I be notified of receipt of the Application?

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Applicants will not be notified of the receipt of their application unless they specifically request a receipt. If they wish to be notified of receipt by post they must provide a stamped self addressed envelope.

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Will I be notified of the outcome of my Application?

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Yes. All applicants will be notified.

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If I have commenced postgraduate study overseas can I apply?

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While you may already be studying overseas, the application would need to be for a higher academic research degree that has not yet been commenced, as eligibility requires you commence the first year of your study programme in the year following Award selection.

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If I have been accepted at an overseas university to commence study prior to final selection, am I eligible?

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Yes, but you should defer commencement of your studies to the following year to be eligible.

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What if I have additional questions?

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Send a detailed e-mail to info@monashawards.org