The Pacific Studies Graduate Summer School (PSGSS) and conference brings together scholars of Pacific studies from the Australia and throughout the region to attend a three-day Pacific Studies workshop in Canberra as part of the ANU Asia Pacific Week from 8-11 February 2010. The Australian National University is widely recognised as one of the world's leading centres of Pacific Islands studies, and its staff and students are dedicated to understanding the region’s history, politics, cultures, economies, international relations and strategic situation. Many are authors of key books and articles on the region, travel to the region frequently, serve as consultants on Pacific issues, and offer policy advice to governments and regional organisations.

Asia Pacific Week will give attendees an opportunity to meet, exchange ideas and forge networks with students from around Australia. The Pacific Program is supported by the ANU College of Asia and Pacific, and State, Society and Governance in Melanesia (SSGM) through AusAID.

The Pacific Program workshop will feature 15-20 minute presentations from each of the participating students on any aspect of their research. In addition, a selection of ANU Pacific Studies staff will offer brief summaries of their current research. Guided introductions to research resources, trips around Canberra and combined Asia Pacific Week events will also be offered. Some participants will receive financial support for accommodation and meals. A partial contribution to travel costs will also be available to selected participants.

Call for Applications

Students currently engaged in Pacific studies research at either honours or graduate studies level are invited to attend the three-day Pacific Studies workshop in Canberra as part of the ANU Asia Pacific Week from 8 – 11 February 2010.

Scholarships

Some scholarships are available for accommodation and meals for participants who will present a paper. Participants will be accommodated on the ANU's campus in John XXIII College. There may be some contribution towards domestic travel costs for participants presenting their research. Students are strongly encouraged to apply elsewhere for travel funding.

Application

To apply for admission complete the online application. There is no registration fee.

Applications close on 31 October 2009.

Applicants will be advised of the result of their application by late November 2009.

Contact