Hi Everyone!

I'm looking for a PhD (Chemistry) opportunity in UK, Aussie or New Zealand. I don't know much about applying for them. I do know a PhD in US will take 5 years and the three countries i've mentioned only takes 3 years. So are there any special requirements (like an internationally published research paper) that will help me get a scholarship for a PhD in these three countries??

I know UK and Aussie are good countries to get placements in, but i don't know so much about NZ, does anyone know?

Also should if i do my IELTS exam will it also be valid if i want to apply to US? (I think they want us to take TOEFL)

And if there's anything else i should know, please i would really like your advice a lot.



Thanks!! :)

I'm not sure about your questions, sorry. Does anyone else know?

If you have an opportunity to publish a paper right now before applying for a scholarship, do it. Due to stiff competition out there, applicants who have published in peer-reviewed journals have an edge. Also bear in mind that the UK government has suspended TOEFL and they're not accepting them for now. My understanding is that in USA, PhD applicants from certain countries are required to sit for GRE. Australia and New Zealand are quite similar but you will find helpful information on the university websites regarding entry requirements

I'm completing my PhD in Australia. It is a great country to live. New Zealand is similar but there are definitely more opportunity in Australia. To apply for top Australian universities search for "group of 8" that includes 8 best Aussie Unis. Also Australian unis usually accept TOEFL too. Good luck!