Application Opens: 27 July 2026, Deadline: Sunday 13 September 2026, 11.59pm (AEST)
LOCATION: Australia
Victoria University, Melbourne, welcomes international students to apply for the Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend Scholarships. The international postgraduate research scholarships provide financial assistance to students with excellent academic qualifications who are participating in postgraduate research programs in Australia.
ELIGIBILITY:
To be eligible for one of these scholarships, you must:
Be a citizen of any country other than Australia or New Zealand
Meet the University’s academic entrance requirements for enrolment into a research degree
Applicants for an RTP Stipend Scholarship – International must also:
Have achieved an average grade of H1 (above 85% VU Standard) in the honours or final year
meet the University’s English language proficiency requirements for enrolment in a research degree
Be commencing a research doctoral degree (Doctor of Philosophy)
Nominate a research-focus outline as part of your application
Enroll as a full-time student
Applications for Research Period 1 2027 open on 27 July 2026.
Application close: Sunday 13 September 2026, 11.59pm (AEST)
BENEFIT:
The RTP Stipend Scholarship – International includes:
An RTP Fee Offset Scholarship exempting the recipient from paying tuition fees
A living allowance of $35,707 per year (2026 rate)
Overseas student health cover (single cover).
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