QUT Postgraduate Research Award (QUTPRA) 2025–2026

 

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QUT Postgraduate Research Award (QUTPRA) 2025–2026

The QUT Postgraduate Research Award (QUTPRA) is a prestigious scholarship offered by the Queensland University of Technology to support high-achieving domestic and international students undertaking research studies in Australia.

This opportunity is open to future and current research students who demonstrate exceptional research potential and are pursuing a Master of Philosophy (MPhil) or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in any discipline at QUT. The award is part of QUT’s commitment to building research excellence by attracting talented researchers from around the world.

 Scholarship Overview

• Scholarship type: Full tuition fee offset/sponsorship

• Stipend value: Living allowance of AU$33,637 per annum for 2025 and AU$37,010 per annum for 2026 (paid fortnightly, tax-free, indexed annually)

• Other supports:

  • Duration extensions of up to 6 months (PhD) or 3 months (MPhil), if approved

  • Relocation allowance may be available (refer to terms and conditions)

• Health insurance: Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) Single Membership for international students

• Study Level: MPhil / PhD by Research

• Study Course: Open to all study areas

• Citizen type: Domestic and International students (including Australian and New Zealand citizens)

• Number of positions: Varies annually

• Duration: Up to 2 years for Master’s by research (MPhil) and up to 3.5 years for PhD (including possible extensions)

• Deadline:

• Opens: 1 April 2025

• Closes: 31 July 2025

Eligibility Criteria 

To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must:

• Future Students:

  • Meet QUT’s academic and English language entry requirements for a research degree

  • Not already be receiving another living allowance scholarship

  • Be willing to enrol as a full-time internal student, unless part-time or external study has been approved

• Current QUT Research Students:

  • Must have completed less than:

    • 1 year of full-time equivalent study for PhD students

    • 6 months of full-time equivalent study for MPhil students

  • Must receive an official invitation from QUT to apply during the scholarship round

• Eligible Countries: All nationalities

• Eligible Study Program: Any postgraduate research degree (MPhil or PhD)

Selection Criteria 

Scholarships are awarded on a competitive and merit-based basis, with consideration for:

• Previous academic achievements and qualifications

• Research potential and alignment with QUT research priorities

• Quality of the proposed research project

• Prior research experience or publications

• Academic referee recommendations

• Professional or work experience in relevant areas

(Also apply for Monash International Tuition Scholarship (MITS) 2025)

How to Apply

Future students:

1. Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) for your chosen research degree.

2. If shortlisted, you will receive an invitation to formally apply.

3. Indicate your interest in being considered for QUTPRA when submitting your research application.

4. Apply during QUT’s annual scholarship round (April–July).

Current students:

• You will receive a formal invitation from QUT if eligible, along with further instructions.

Who to Contact

For inquiries and assistance:
📧 QUT Research Scholarships Team
✉️ Email: research.scholarships@qut.edu.au
🌐 QUT Graduate Research Centre

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

(Also apply for University of Canberra Scholarships 2025-2026

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