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• Host Institution: University of Tasmania (UTAS)
• Location: Tasmania, Australia
• Degree Levels: Master’s by Research, PhD
• Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
• Application Deadline: 1 October 2025

Program Overview

The University of Tasmania Research Scholarships 2026 offer international and domestic students the opportunity to pursue advanced research degrees in a world-class academic environment. UTAS is ranked among the top 2% of universities globally and is Australia’s #1 research university in several disciplines.

Scholarship Types

Financial Benefits

• Full tuition fee waiver
• Annual living stipend: AUD $33,511 (indexed annually)
• Relocation allowance: Up to AUD $2,000 for international students
• Access to research training and development programs
• Opportunities to work on strategic, high-impact research projects

Duration

• Master’s by Research: Up to 2 years
• PhD: Up to 3 years (with possible extension based on progress)

Fields of Study

• Arts, Law, and Education
• Health and Medicine
• Sciences and Engineering
• Business and Economics

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to all nationalities
• Must hold a Bachelor’s degree with honors or equivalent for Master’s
• Must hold a Master’s degree or equivalent for PhD
• Cannot hold another scholarship or salary exceeding 75% of the stipend
• Strong academic record and relevant research experience required
• Preference given to candidates aligned with UTAS’s strategic research priorities

How to Apply

1. Find a research supervisor at UTAS and discuss your proposal
2. Prepare documents: transcripts, CV, research proposal, references
3. Submit online application via the UTAS research portal-click here
4. Indicate scholarship interest in the application form
5. Apply before 1 October 2025 – early submissions are encouraged due to competitive selection

This is a golden opportunity to immerse yourself in cutting-edge research while living in one of Australia’s most scenic and intellectually vibrant regions.