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Media Release
16 June 2008
Applications for Australian Development Scholarships Open
Indonesians committed to shaping the future of their country are invited to apply for the 2008 Australian Development Scholarships (ADS).
“The scholarships are an important opportunity for Indonesians to further their education and build networks in Australia,” Australian Ambassador’s to Indonesia Bill Farmer said. “This academic and personal experience is invaluable and helps talented Indonesians make a difference on their return to Indonesia.”
The scholarships are managed by the Australian Agency for International Development (AusAID) and provide funding for study at Masters and Doctorate levels in Australia. They are targeted to individuals who are committed to addressing development issues in sustainable growth and economic management; democracy, justice and good governance; investing in people, including in health and education; and safety and peace.
“The Australian Scholarships program is conducted in close partnership with the Indonesian Government. The impact of the program is visible through the thousands of ADS alumni who have returned to Indonesia and contribute to this country in areas of development priority,” Mr Farmer said.
The program aims to improve the quality of human resource in Indonesia and the fields of study offered are annually reviewed based on the development needs of Indonesia.
Up to 300 ADS scholarships are available to commence in 2009-10, with half allocated to women. Thirty per cent are provided to people from eastern Indonesia and Aceh.
ADS is a merit-based scholarship program available to people from the government and non-government sectors who hold an S1 degree. Candidates are required to meet all eligibility criteria including Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 2.9 (on a scale of maximum 4.00), minimum IELTS 5.0 or TOEFL 500 (obtained in 2007 or 2008) and be no more than 42 years of age at the time of application.
Applications for ADS 2008 close on 5 September 2008.
For more information visit: www.australianscholarships.gov.au or www.adsjakarta.co.id
Media Enquiries:
Mia Salim tel. (021) 2550 5490 mob. 0812 107 0237