International Research Student application form

International Visiting Research Student Application Form If you wish to undertake full-time research at UNSW on a fee-paying basis for one or two semesters you can apply to do so as an International Visiting Research Student. Applicants who are currently enrolled in a Student and Practicum Exchange partner university should check their eligibility for research exchange at http://www.international.unsw.edu.au/study/study-options-unsw. Eligibility Applicants are required to have completed an undergraduate degree and attained a minimum GPA of 3.0 (or equivalent, as determined by UNSW). How do I apply? You will need to find a UNSW academic staff member who will agree to supervise you before you can complete and submit this form. These are the steps you will need to take: 1. Research your proposed research topic thoroughly to help make it easier to find a supervisor and research topic. The more aligned (related) your proposal is to research being undertaken at UNSW; the more likely it is that you will be able to find a suitable research project. See the Important Notes section below for some constraints to be aware of when preparing your proposal. 2. Find a Supervisor: Before completing this form, contact the School or Department in which you wish to undertake your research, and locate an academic staff member who may be able to supervise you. If you are not sure where to start, try searching the UNSW Graduate Research School website: www.grs.unsw.edu.au/futurestudents.find.html To contact your supervisor with your research proposal and request for supervision we recommend that you include a résumé (curriculum vitae), your academic transcript, and a letter of academic reference from one of the professors in your home university. We also advise that you include a cover letter. 3. Complete this form: Once a staff member has agreed to supervise you for your research, you should complete Part A of the form on pages 3 and 4 and send it with Parts B and C on pages 5 and 6 to your proposed supervisor for approval. Your supervisor will need to complete Part B of the form, obtain Authorisation on Part C and return all three sections to you to submit. 4. Submit your completed form: Submit all completed sections to the UNSW Study Abroad team at Level 16, Mathews Building, UNSW or email to [email protected]. This application form needs to be completed in full and submitted with certified transcripts of your academic record. If your original documents are not in English, certified translations of your transcripts will also be required. If you have changed your name, you will also need to provide documentary evidence. There is no application fee. Application deadline Application deadlines are flexible and depend on your proposed study dates. Please contact us at [email protected] for more information. Note: depending on which passport you carry, it may be necessary to allow up to six months for visa processing. More information is available at: http://www.immi.gov.au/students/student-visa-assessment-levels.htm

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International Visiting Research Student Application Form Application item checklist – supporting documents: ❏ Certified academic transcript of undergraduate studies ❏ English language test result. See UNSW website for English language entry requirements ❏ Certified copy of the first page of your passport ❏ Certified English translation, if your original transcripts are not issued in English ❏ Documentary evidence if you have changed your name, eg marriage certificate ❏ If you have any disabilities or medical conditions, a letter outlining support requirements ❏ If there is any additional information relating to your application, such as scholarships or government funding, include any supporting documentation. Important Notes: » The Study Abroad team - Global Education Office, UNSW International is responsible for administering International Visiting Research Students. »

Acceptance for enrolment in research depends on the ability of the School/Faculty to offer suitable supervision.

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It is the final decision of the School/Faculty whether a student is able to participate meaningfully in the proposed research and can be enrolled. If your research request is not suitable to the work or research being carried out in the School or there are insufficient resources available to accommodate your request, your application might not be approved.

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Participants will be classified as studying at UNSW and treated as non-award international students, making them eligible for a student visa. Please refer to your nearest Australian consulate for further advice and information or the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC).

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Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) is a compulsory condition of your student visa and will be organised through Medibank by Study Abroad in order to issue visa documentation. Students are required to have OSHC throughout their stay in Australia. New Zealand, Belgian, Swedish and Norwegian citizens are covered under a reciprocal government agreement and are not required to purchase OSHC.

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Your transcript will not display the specific research undertaken and therefore you may wish to request a Report or Reference from your supervisor at the completion of your research project to outline the work that was undertaken.

What happens next? You will receive an email confirmation of the outcome of your application, no later than two weeks after your complete application has been received. Please note that because you will be contacted primarily by email, you should nominate a personal email address that you check regularly, and print your email address on the application form clearly. Successful applicants will receive a letter of offer along with instructions for accepting the offer and applying for a student visa. Any questions? If you have any questions about this form or about the application process, email the Study Abroad team at the UNSW Global Education Office: [email protected].

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International Visiting Research Student Application Form Part A - Student Details To submit your application to enrol as an International Visiting Research Student at the University of New South Wales, complete this form and return by post, fax or email to UNSW Study Abroad. If you fax or email this application with your transcript to expedite processing, you will also need to post certified copies of the original documents for record-keeping requirements. Mail: Study Abroad, Global Education Office Level 16 Mathews Building The University of New South Wales Sydney NSW 2052 Australia

Fax: +61 2 9385 1265

Email: [email protected]

Section 1: Student Details Family name: Given names: Date of Birth (Day/Month/Year):

DD / MM / YYYY

Gender:

Zip/postcode:

Country:

❏ Male

❏ Female

Country of citizenship: Country of birth: Permanent family or home address:

❏ Yes

❏ No

Any disabilities that UNSW should be aware of:

❏ Yes

❏ No

Is there any additional information relevant to your application, such as scholarships or funding to include?

❏ Yes

Is this your mailing address? Telephone (include prefix codes): Email (please print clearly):

Section 2: Additional information If yes, please include a letter explaining any support required.

❏ No If yes, please attach documentation to your application.

Section 3: Current university/college if applicable University/college name: University address:

Zip/postcode:

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Country:


International Visiting Research Student Application Form Section 4: Academic record: current studies or research if applicable Field of study: Short description of current studies – coursework or research:

Section 5: Academic record: previous studies Please provide details below of any tertiary level studies you have undertaken: 1

Name of institution: Country of institution: Years attended: Qualification attained: Overall GPA or equivalent:

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Name of institution: Country of institution: Years attended: Qualification attained: Overall GPA or equivalent:

Section 6: Proposed start and duration of research at UNSW Duration of intended study:

❏ One semester

❏ Full year

Year of arrival (YYYY): Semester of arrival:

❏ Semester 1 (February – June)

❏ Semester 2 (July – November)

Section 7: Declaration and signature » »

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I wish to be considered for enrolment at the University of New South Wales as an International Visiting Research Student and declare that the information I have provided is true and accurate. I understand that the University of New South Wales reserves the right to reverse or vary any decision regarding enrolment made on the basis of incomplete or false information, or not meeting enrolment requirements. I also understand that at the time I accept an offer of a place at UNSW, I will be required to pay a deposit and medical insurance, if applicable. I understand the terms and conditions of applying to study as an International Visiting Research Student at UNSW as described above and agree to abide by them.

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International Visiting Research Student Application Form Part B - UNSW Supervisor Details Supervisor details First name: Family name: School/Unit Faculty

Details of proposed research Research Topic: Duration:

Dates:

From:

To:

*Note that the student will be enrolled through Study Abroad in a dedicated 24UOC research project code.

Short description of proposed research Please outline the area of research the student will undertake:

Declaration » » »

I confirm that this student has applied to be enrolled as a fee-paying International Visiting Research Student at UNSW in the School/Department during the period indicated above. I confirm that the proposed research will be of benefit within the School/Department and will not be an undue burden in term of staff supervision and resources. I confirm that the student has sufficient language abilities to communicate with staff and colleagues at UNSW.

Signature:

Date

When your supervisor has completed Part B and the relevant Authority has completed Part C and returned these to you, please forward all parts of this form to UNSW Study Abroad [email protected] for processing. Page 5 of 6


International Visiting Research Student Application Form Part C – Approval by Authorities Head of School/ Associate Dean (as appropriate) Name: Position: School/Unit Approval:

❏ Approved

Signature:

❏ Not approved Date

Note to Supervisor and Authorities: On completion of Parts B and C of this form, please return these to the student to ensure that the student has a copy of all sections and electronic records of having submitted the application.

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