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University of Adelaide 50% Global Excellence Scholarship 2020

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Franklin Duru

Admissions & Curriculum Analyst

May 8, 2020

The University of Adelaide in Australia is offering the 2020 Global Academic Excellence Scholarship (International) to commencing undergraduate and postgraduate coursework students. This highly competitive award provides a 50% reduction in tuition fees for the minimum standard full-time duration of the scholar's chosen degree.

Global Academic Excellence Scholarships At University of Adelaide - Australia 2020

Minimum Academic Benchmarks

Selection is strictly merit-based. As a general guide, the University of Adelaide considers international applicants who have achieved at least:

  • Undergraduate Programmes: A raw ATAR of 98 or its international high school equivalent.
  • Postgraduate Coursework Programmes: A Grade Point Average (GPA) of 6.8 out of 7.0 (or international equivalent).
  • All candidates must also meet the university's English language proficiency requirements.

How to Apply and Key Dates

  • There is no separate scholarship form; eligible candidates are automatically assessed when they submit their admission application.
  • Admission Application Deadline (Semester 2 / Trimester 3): 14th June 2020.
  • Scholarship Offer Notification Date: 26th June 2020 (successful applicants are notified within 2 weeks of the closing date).

Visit the official University of Adelaide scholarship webpage for full details.

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Candidate Comments & Inquiries (2)

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Zynar Nwosu

May 8, 2020

What Nigerian CGPA on a 5.0 scale is equivalent to 6.8 out of 7.0 in Australia?

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Mentra Admissions Desk

May 8, 2020

Hi Zynar, a 6.8 out of 7.0 is a high First Class Honours average, typically corresponding to a 4.80+ out of 5.00 CGPA in the Nigerian university system.

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