Location: Australia
Program: Postgraduate Masters and PhD
Eligibility: International Students
Duration: 1-4 Year
Deadline: Not Specified
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The Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship is a prestigious, fully funded scholarship jointly funded by the Australian Commonwealth Government and the University of Melbourne to support exceptional domestic and international students undertaking graduate research degrees. Available for both master’s by research and doctoral (PhD) programs, the scholarship is awarded based on academic excellence and demonstrated research potential. It aims to reduce the financial burden on talented researchers by covering key study-related expenses, allowing recipients to focus on producing high-quality research that contributes to scientific advancement, innovation, and solutions to global challenges.
Established in 1853, the University of Melbourne is Australia’s oldest and one of its most prestigious public research universities. Located in Melbourne, Victoria, the university consistently ranks among the world’s leading higher education institutions and is recognized for its excellence in teaching, research, and innovation. It offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across disciplines such as engineering, medicine, business, law, education, arts, and the sciences. With state-of-the-art research facilities, internationally renowned academics, and a vibrant, multicultural campus community, the university attracts talented students and researchers from more than 150 countries. As a member of Australia’s elite Group of Eight (Go8) universities, the University of Melbourne maintains strong collaborations with governments, industries, and research organizations worldwide, reinforcing its reputation as a global leader in education, groundbreaking research, sustainability, and technological innovation.
Benefits of the Programme
This programme will provide 100% fee remission and up to $138,000 to its recipients:
- Full Tuition fee coverage
- Living allowance of $39,500 per year
- The living allowance may be indexed annually and includes limited paid sick, maternity and parenting leave.
- Relocation grant of $2,000 to $3,000.
- Comprehensive health insurance
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Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Research Training Program Scholarship, you must have applied for and met the entry requirements for a graduate research degree or be enrolled in a graduate research degree at the University of Melbourne.
Note: Kindly check the official webpage for full and detailed requirements.
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Selection Criteria
- The Research Training Program Scholarship (Fee Offset) is offered to all domestic students.
- The Research Training Program Scholarship (Stipend and Fee Offset) is offered to domestic and international students ranked highest by relevant selection panels based on their academic results for prior study and their research potential in their field of study.
- Factors such as completion of a degree at the same level of the research course for which the scholarship is sought, relevant professional experience, refereed publications, specialist medical qualifications or composition of original music may be taken into consideration.
How to Apply
CLICK HERE to visit the official webpage and submit your application
