Victoria University International Research Scholarships 2025–2026

  About the positions Victoria University International Research Scholarships 2025–2026 Victoria University (VU) in Melbourne, Australia, invites applications for its highly competitive research scholarships designed to support exceptional international students pursuing higher degrees by research. These scholarships aim to encourage high-quality research and academic excellence across all fields of study, with generous financial support for international applicants. Opportunities are available for doctoral candidates commencing a research program at Victoria University. Some additional benefits are also available through the VU Global Research Scholarship.  Scholarship Overview Scholarship type: RTP Fee Offset Scholarship (full tuition fee waiver) RTP Stipend Scholarship  International Stipend value: Living allowance of $35,006 per year (2025 rate) Indexed annually and includes limited paid sick, maternity, and parental leave Other supports: Ove...

Australian Government International Research Training Program (RTP) Fee Offset Scholarship at The University of Western Australia


Australian Government International Research Training Program (RTP) Fee Offset Scholarship at The University of Western Australia

Applications are invited from suitably qualified international applicants for the Australian Government International Research Training Program Fee Offset Scholarship to undertake a Master by Research or Doctorate by Research degree.

Successful applicants will become members of a research team working under the direction of senior researchers in areas that have attracted resources.

These scholarships are funded by The University of Western Australia and cover international tuition fees for up to four years, as well as Overseas Student Health Cover for the awardee and dependents.

RTP Scholarship Benefits and Value

  • Scholarship type: Tuition fee scholarship
  • Tuition fee cover: Up to four years
  • Health insurance: Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the awardee and dependents
  • Study Level: Master by Research/Doctorate by Research
  • Study Course: Open to all research areas
  • Citizen type: International students
  • Number of positions: Varies
  • Duration: Up to 4 years
  • Deadline: CLOSED
(Also apply for the Flinders International Postgraduate Research Scholarship (FIPRS), fully funded research positions)

Eligibility Criteria for RTP Scholarship

To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must:

  • Have a history of outstanding academic achievement.
  • Meet the requirements for entry to the nominated course.
  • Be a citizen of an overseas country, excluding New Zealand.
  • Meet the University’s English language competency requirements.
  • Not already be in receipt of an equivalent award or scholarship from the Australian Government designed to offset HDR fees.
  • Intend to enrol as a full-time student at one of the University's campuses.
  • Meet the eligibility criteria listed in the scholarship conditions.

Eligible Countries: All nationalities excluding New Zealand

Eligible Course or Study Program: Any research area

How to Apply

Part 1: Apply for a place in the course of your choice via this platform.

Part 2: Apply for the scholarship via the scholarship application platform.

Contact

Graduate Research School via askUWA

For inquiries regarding the Australian Government International Research Training Program (RTP) Fee Offset Scholarship, you should contact the Graduate Research School at The University of Western Australia via askUWA. Here is the link to their contact page: askUWA.

You can also reach out to them by phone at (+61 8) 6488 6000. 

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