Vacation research experience

If you are considering research and would like the opportunity to find out more before committing to study beyond your degree, QUT's Vacation Research Program allows you to:

• test your potential for further research study
• work alongside active researchers
• experience research work in a challenging environment.

Usually, you will undertake your project during the summer vacation period. If you are currently enrolled in a QUT undergraduate degree, you can apply for a Vacation Research Experience Scholarship (VRES) to keep things moving along financially.

Scholarship information

Who can apply for a VRES?

• Mostly, scholarships are awarded to students in their second, third, or fourth year of their degree.

How long will the scholarship last?

• Usually, the scholarship period is six weeks, but may be up to 10 weeks depending on your Faculty and the research project you are offered.
• Scholarships may commence from early November or December, and would normally conclude by the middle of March.

How much will I receive?

• The VRES scheme provides a minimum allowance of $155 (tax exempt) per week. For information about the payment schedule, please contact your Faculty Research Administrator.

Can international students apply?

• Yes, if you have a current student visa and work permit for the period of the research.

How to apply

To apply you need to:

• Contact your Faculty to discuss your preferred supervisor and topic.
• Complete your Faculty's application form and return it according to their directions.
• Include with your application a supporting statement which outlines any previous experience you have.

Normally, applications open at the end of August each year, and are due by the beginning of October.

Your obligation

If you are awarded the scholarship, you must:

• Participate for at least six weeks full-time equivalent during the period November 2009–February 2010 as agreed with your supervisor/s.

• Meet assessment requirements as specified by your Faculty.