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UniSc Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship 2026
The Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship provides financial support to outstanding domestic and international higher degree by research (HDR) candidates. This scholarship aims to assist HDR students in achieving academic excellence by offering support for tuition fees, living expenses, and research-related allowances.The RTP Scholarship is awarded through a competitive selection process based on academic merit, research potential, and professional experience. This opportunity is open to those pursuing a Master’s by Research or Doctoral (PhD) degree at participating Australian universities.
Scholarship overview
- Scholarship type: Full tuition fee offset
- Stipend value: Annual living allowance of A$38,000 2026 rate, indexed annually).
- Duration: Up to 3 years (Doctoral program) with a 6-month extension possible; 1.5 years (Master’s program) with a 6-month extension possible.
- Includes limited paid sick leave, maternity, and parenting leave.
- Relocation allowance: A combined total of A$2,000 to assist with moving expenses for eligible HDR candidates.
- Study level: Masters by Research/PhD
- Study course: Open to all study areas
- Citizen type: Domestic and international students
- Number of positions: Varies annually
- Deadline: 3 July 2026
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must:
- Have applied for and met the entry requirements for a higher degree by research program at a participating Australian university.
- Not receive an equivalent award or scholarship from the Commonwealth to offset HDR tuition fees.
- Be enrolled or have an offer for admission to a Master’s or PhD program.
Selection Criteria
The selection process for the RTP Scholarship is merit-based and considers the following factors:
- Academic achievements (e.g., GPA, rankings).
- Research experience and potential in the proposed field of study.
- Alignment of the research proposal with the applicant's previous studies.
- Relevant professional experience.
- Recommendations from referees who can attest to the applicant's research capacity.
- Demonstrated research skills (e.g., publications, presentations).
(Also apply for Western Sydney University PhD Scholarship 2025)
How to Apply
To apply for the RTP Scholarship, applicants must:
- Submit an application for an appropriate HDR program via the university's portal.
- Application link: HDR Program Application
- Apply for the RTP Scholarship through the university's Scholarship Application Portal.
- Provide responses directly in the portal’s question fields.
- Upload the following attachments:
- Two referee reports: Referees should comment on the applicant’s qualifications, skills, and research potential. One referee should address professional experience if applying via a professional pathway.
- Response to Criteria 4 template: Completed by the Principal Supervisor.
Applicants must ensure all documents are submitted before the relevant round closing date.
Who to Contact
For further inquiries, contact the UniSC Graduate Research School:
- Email: research@usc.edu.au
- Phone: +61 (0)7 5430 1234
(Also apply for Macquarie University Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship (VCIS) 2024-25)
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Pro-tips for research scholarship applications
The following are some helpful links to browse through. They include tips and guides on how to successfully apply for research Masters and PhD scholarships and admissions to study in Australia. These are just some essential elements that any international student thinking to study abroad must be aware of especially when applying for research degree programs abroad.
This includes information about :- General Masters/PhD scholarship requirements to study in Australia,
- How to apply for research Masters/PhD scholarships and admissions,
- How to apply successfully to scholarships abroad.
- Another essential guide that you must look at is How to contact potential supervisors when asking for a Masters or PhD Studentship position.
- And how to write a captivating research proposal for scholarship applications,
- And finally Research Proposal Guide for Successful Admission/Scholarship applications
The following are some helpful links to browse through. They include tips and guides on how to successfully apply for research Masters and PhD scholarships and admissions to study in Australia.
These are just some essential elements that any international student thinking to study abroad must be aware of especially when applying for research degree programs abroad.
This includes information about :
- General Masters/PhD scholarship requirements to study in Australia,
- How to apply for research Masters/PhD scholarships and admissions,
- How to apply successfully to scholarships abroad.
- Another essential guide that you must look at is How to contact potential supervisors when asking for a Masters or PhD Studentship position.
- And how to write a captivating research proposal for scholarship applications,
- And finally Research Proposal Guide for Successful Admission/Scholarship applications
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- List of Australian Universities with no application fee
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- General Postgraduate Coursework degree program scholarship requirements
- A List of Fully Funded Government and Institution Sponsored Scholarships
Don't hesitate to leave a comment below, tell us about your experience in applying for a scholarship abroad, your difficulties and how we can assist you if you need any help.
Please Subscribe here for all future updates and opportunities.
If you don't follow us yet, connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn for more content and updates.
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