ELIGIBILITY:

You must:

be a commencing or enrolled domestic or international higher degree by research student,

have an outstanding record of academic achievement and previous research experience.

Applicants must be international students at the time of the award.

Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend International Scholarship (‘the Scholarship’) holders are expected to enroll in a full-time postgraduate research degree. A part-time RTP Stipend Scholarship* may be approved where the University is satisfied that there are special circumstances beyond the student’s control (for example medical conditions, financial hardship, carer’s responsibilities). *A part-time scholarship may have tax implications and student should seek tax advice from a registered tax agent. International students will only receive approval to study part-time if it is permitted under their visa.

Applicants must apply to be considered for RTP Scholarships at the time of their application for admission to their HDR Course and must submit the required supporting material in the manner specified on the Scholarships Office website. Applicants who have already commenced their HDR candidature must apply by completing the application form available on the Scholarships Office website.

RTP Stipend (domestic) (pdf, 193kb)

RTP Stipend (international) (pdf, 180kb)

BENEFIT:

$41,753 p.a. stipend (2025 rate)

Relocation and thesis allowance