La Trobe University Graduate Research Scholarship 2026

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La Trobe University Graduate Research Scholarship 2026

La Trobe University is offering a number of graduate research scholarship packages to support outstanding graduate researchers in pursuing a higher degree by research. These scholarships provide a generous stipend, tuition fee scholarship, and additional allowances.

This opportunity is open to domestic and international students to undertake a PhD or Master's by Research at La Trobe University. Applications are now open, with successful candidates expected to commence between 1 July and 30 November 2026

Scholarship Overview

• Scholarship type: Full tuition fee cover
• Stipend value: $35,000 per annum, paid fortnightly, for up to 3.5 years for doctoral degrees and up to 22 months for Masters by Research.
• Other supports: Relocation and thesis/publication allowance.
• Additional opportunities: Access to professional development programs and collaboration with La Trobe’s outstanding researchers.
• Study Level: PhD / Masters by Research
• Study Course: Open to all study areas aligned with La Trobe’s priority research areas
• Citizen type: Australian citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens, and international students
• Number of positions: Limited
• Duration: Up to 3.5 years for a PhD and up to 22 months for a Master's by Research
• Deadline: Varies

Eligibility Criteria 

To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must:

• Meet the entrance requirements for the PhD or Master's by Research program at La Trobe University.

• Not be receiving another scholarship greater than 75% of the stipend rate for the same purpose.

• Plan to be enrolled full-time and conduct research at a La Trobe University campus.

• Have completed a Master's by Research or have a significant research background, such as an honours research thesis or lead authorship of a peer-reviewed publication, with a standard of 75% or above.

Eligible Countries: Open to all nationalities.
Eligible Study Programs: Any research topic aligned with La Trobe’s priority research areas.

Selection Criteria 

Selection is based on academic merit and research potential, including:

• Previous academic performance and research achievements

• The relevance of the proposed research to La Trobe’s priority areas

• Research experience, demonstrated through publications, thesis work, or relevant professional experience

• Recommendations from referees

(Also apply for  Fully Funded UNSW HDR Scholarships 2026 in Australia)

How to Apply

To apply for this scholarship, follow these steps:

1. Review the eligibility criteria.

2. Prepare all necessary documents, including academic transcripts, research proposal, CV, and references.

3. Submit an application through La Trobe’s graduate research portal.

4. Domestic applicants: Select 'Graduate Research - Mid-year Scholarship Round' in your application.

5. International applicants: Select 'Research Training Program (RTP) and La Trobe Graduate Research Scholarship (LTGRS)' in your application.

For more details, visit La Trobe University’s official How to Apply page.

Who to Contact 

For further inquiries, contact:
Graduate Research School, La Trobe University

• Email: research.grs@latrobe.edu.au
• Phone: +61 3 9479 3640
• Website: La Trobe University Scholarships

Visit the University Website to learn more about this scholarship and submit an application.

(Also apply for University of Melbourne Graduate Research Scholarships 2025)

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