The research work at Curtin horticulture research laboratory is very popular globally.
Course Curriculum :
PhD did not have any course work. The research work gave very good opportunity to interact with different stakeholders.
Exams :
Minimum IELTS score: 6.5 (>6 band each); My IELTS score: 7.5 (8, 8, 6.5, 7.5). Research proposal, experience in research techniques.
Placement :
There were no special placement drive conducted. Post-study opportunities were not as attractive as in USA or European countries
Events :
Lively campus with frequent activities involving diverse communities. Good infrastructure and transport facilities.
Scholarship :
2016 International Postgraduate Research Scholarship (IPRS), and ‘Australian Postgraduate Award (APA) Amount: IPRS - covers Tuition fee (~38,000AUD/year (for 4 years)) and Insurance (~4,000AUD/4 years) ; APA - living allowance (~26,500AUD/year (for 4 years)) Process: Through merit-based international competition announced by the university.
Faculty :
Professor Zora Singh was my PhD supervisor and he is world-renowned scientist in field of Horticulture. He was very supportive and accessible at any time. Other faculty and staff were also helpful but were accessible in a very limited times.
Hostel :
On-Campus accommodation - very good facilities = ~ 200AUD per week Off-campus accommodation _ relatively economic option = 140 - 180 AUD per week
