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• Host Country: Australia
• Degree Levels: Master’s by Research, PhD
• Funding Type: Fully Funded (RTP – Research Training Program)
• Eligible Applicants: International and domestic students
• Application Deadline: Varies by university

Program Overview

The Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) offers fully funded scholarships to high-achieving students pursuing postgraduate research degrees at participating Australian universities. The program supports both Master’s by Research and Doctoral (PhD) candidates across a wide range of disciplines.

More than 40 top-ranked Australian universities participate in the RTP scheme, offering world-class research environments and supervision.

Financial Coverage

• Annual stipend: AUD $33,511 (tax-free, 2025 rate)
• Full tuition fee waiver (up to 2 years for Master’s, 4 years for PhD)
• Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
• Travel allowance: AUD $1,000 (to/from Australia)
• Thesis submission allowance:
  • AUD $840 for PhD
  • AUD $420 for Master’s
• Medical leave and paid sick leave

Participating Universities (Sample List)

• University of Sydney
• University of Melbourne
• Australian National University
• University of Queensland
• Monash University
• University of Adelaide
• Macquarie University
• University of New South Wales
• Flinders University
• Curtin University
  (and 30+ more across Australia)

Fields of Study

RTP scholarships are available in all major academic disciplines, including:

• Arts and Humanities
• Engineering, Computer Science, and Mathematics
• Health and Medical Sciences
• Natural and Physical Sciences
• Business, Law, and Social Sciences

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be an international student (non-Australian, non-New Zealand)
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree with Honours or equivalent
• Meet the English language proficiency requirements of the chosen university
• Enroll in a full-time research program at a participating institution

How to Apply

1. Choose a university from the RTP-participating institutions
2. Visit the university’s graduate research or scholarships page
3. Apply for admission to a research program
4. Indicate interest in the RTP scholarship during the application
5. Submit all required documents (CV, research proposal, transcripts, references, etc.)

Note: Each university has its own application deadlines, typically between April and October 2025.

Official Scholarship Announcement - click here