QUT Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend Scholarship 2026

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QUT Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend Scholarship 2026

This scholarship opportunity is being sponsored by the Queensland University of Technology in partnership with the Australian Government to support outstanding research students from Australia and around the world. It is a prestigious, fully funded research scholarship designed to assist high-achieving candidates in pursuing postgraduate research degrees.
The opportunity is therefore open to domestic and international students to pursue a higher degree by research (Masters/PhD) at QUT across all faculties. Applicants are automatically considered during the annual scholarship round when applying for a research degree.

Scholarship Overview

Scholarship type: Full tuition fee coverage via the RTP Fees Offset
Stipend value:
- $33,637 per year (2025 rate, indexed annually)
- $37,010 per year from 1 January 2026
- Paid fortnightly to support living expenses
Other supports:
- Relocation allowance of $1,520 for interstate students
- Thesis allowance of $420 for Master’s by Research or $840 for PhD students upon submission of thesis
Health insurance: Eligible international students may be provided with Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
Study Level: Master’s by Research / PhD
Study Course: Open to all study areas
Citizen type: Australian, New Zealand, and International students
Number of positions: Varies each year depending on available funding
Duration:
- Up to 2 years for Master’s by Research
- Up to 3.5–4 years for PhD
Deadline:

International applicants:31 July 2026
Domestic applicants:31 August 2026

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible, applicants must:

Meet QUT’s admission requirements for a research degree, including English language proficiency
Not be receiving another scholarship that provides a living allowance for the research degree
If currently enrolled:

PhD students must have completed less than 1 year of equivalent full-time study (EFTSL)
Master’s students must have completed less than 6 months EFTSL

Selection Criteria

Selection will be based on academic and research merit, including:

Academic performance and qualifications
Research capability and potential for excellence
Relevance and quality of proposed research project
Professional achievements or relevant work experience
Referee recommendations
Research output, such as publications or conference presentations

(Also apply for the Fully Funded UnisQ International Stipend and Fee Research Scholarship (DPHD) 2025)

How to Apply

Check your eligibility for a QUT research degree: QUT Research Admissions
Submit an application for a research degree program at QUT
Indicate your interest in scholarships when prompted during the online application
Applications must be submitted by 31 July 2026 for consideration in the main scholarship round

Who to Contact

For inquiries about the RTP Scholarship or research study at QUT, contact:
QUT Research Scholarships Team
📧 Email: research.scholarships@qut.edu.au
🌐 QUT Graduate Research Contacts

Visit the University Website to apply and for further details on this opportunity

(Also apply for the University of Wollongong Australia University Postgraduate Award (UPA) 2025)

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