Carnegie Mellon is a top ranking U.S. university. In 2006 the university opened the Carnegie Mellon Heinz School, in Adelaide, Australia. The Heinz School is consistently ranked among the top ten public policy programs in the U.S. and is ranked first in information technology.
The Commonwealth Government of Australia provides funding for a limited number of Carnegie Mellon UniversityAusAID Scholarships to eligible applicants for the following Masters level programs in Adelaide:
* Master of Science in Public Policy and Management (MSPPM)
* Master of Science in Information Technology (MSIT)
1. Master of Science in Public Policy and Management (MSPPM)
An innovative and distinguished graduate program that prepares students to advance the public interest by developing exceptional analytic, quantitative and technical skills.
2. Master of Science in Information Technology (MSIT)
A unique graduate program offering a mix of technology, management and strategy courses to provide students with an understanding of information technology from both operational and strategic perspectives.
The programs are delivered in three semesters over 12 months, full time. Scholarship recipients will gain knowledge and skills that they can apply to the development of their home country upon completion of their study. Scholarships include full tuition, return economy airfares, a contribution to living expenses and basic medical insurance.
Scholarship applicants must meet AusAID’s eligibility criteria and the minimum requirements for admission to Carnegie Mellon University:
* A Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of relevant professional experience
* A current Academic IELTS test score which meets the University’s minimum requirements (6.5 overall or higher) or equivalent TOEFL.
Applications for the January 2008 intake are now open. To complete your application online click here.
Information about the scholarships and degree programs can be found on the website or by contacting hnzadmit-australia@andrew.cmu.edu
Applications close 30 May 2007.
