Australian Government Research Training Program

Selection criteria

• Academic merit, with emphasis on the results attained in the qualification with the substantial research component but also taking into account the grades of any other eligible qualification, or evidenced equivalence of research excellence capability as applicable
• The international standing of the institution at which the qualification with the substantial research component was completed
• Research background, including:

- the quality of the eligible research outputs included as evidence in an application, as well as the applicant's contribution to these outputs
- the level and duration of sustained research experience and evidence of how the research activity undertaken bears upon and enhances the applicant's research capacity, with regard to the proposed research

• The compatibility/fit between the applicant, research environment, and the supervision team.
• The compatibility/fit of the proposed research with university/academic group research priorities