About the Positions

CSU Australian Government Research Training Program (AGRTP) International Scholarships 2025

The AGRTP International Scholarships are funded by the Australian Government in collaboration with Charles Sturt University (CSU) to attract highly qualified international postgraduate researchers with demonstrated academic excellence and research potential. These scholarships provide financial assistance to international students pursuing higher degrees by research (HDR) on a full-time basis at Charles Sturt University campuses, covering tuition fees, a living stipend, and other research-related expenses.

This scholarship is highly competitive and is open only to students who meet specific eligibility requirements.

Scholarship Overview

Scholarship Type: Full-time, covering tuition fees
Stipend (Full-Time): $35,000 annually (2024 rate)
Relocation Allowance: Up to AUD $5,000 to assist with relocation for the student, spouse, and dependents to a CSU campus
Health Insurance: Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) policy for the scholarship holder (does not cover dependents)
Citizen Type: International students
Duration: Up to three years for a PhD/Research Doctorate and two years for a Research Masters
Application Deadline: 20 June 2025

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must:

Be commencing or currently enrolled in a Charles Sturt University HDR program
Be enrolling or enrolled as a full-time student studying on a CSU campus

Note: AGRTP International Scholarships are not available to candidates who:

Are concurrently enrolled in any other program unless deemed essential for the HDR’s success or approved under exceptional circumstances
Are receiving another Commonwealth-funded postgraduate research scholarship

Selection Criteria

Charles Sturt University ranks scholarship applicants based on the following considerations, as detailed in the Scholarship Application Guide:

Academic achievements, such as grades and ranks from prior studies
Research potential in the candidate's chosen field
Relevant professional or research experience
Relevance and alignment of the research to prior studies and future goals
Recommendations from academic referees affirming the applicant’s research capabilities

(Also check University of Wollongong Australia Women in STEM Scholarships)

How to Apply

Applicants must submit their applications online via the Charles Sturt University application portal. Applications submitted via email will not be accepted. Refer to CSU’s Scholarship Application Guide for step-by-step instructions on completing the application and required documentation.

Who to Contact

For more information and assistance, please contact: Charles Sturt University International Admissions Office

Phone: +61 2 6933 4479
Email: internationaladmissions@csu.edu.au

Visit the University website for further details and the application

(Also check UNSW Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship 2024-25)

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