Charles Darwin University Higher Degree by Research RTP Scholarships 2025/2026

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Charles Darwin University Higher Degree by Research RTP Scholarships 2025/2026

This scholarship opportunity is being offered by Charles Darwin University (CDU) to support outstanding research studentsboth domestic and international who wish to undertake a Higher Degree by Research (HDR) in the Northern Territory of Australia.

The scholarships are funded by the Australian Government's Research Training Program (RTP) and aim to foster innovation, critical research skills, and professional excellence across a wide range of academic disciplines. Successful applicants will receive full financial support to complete a Master’s or PhD by Research at CDU a university recognized for its research impact and community engagement.

 Scholarship Overview

• Scholarship type: Full tuition fee offset (funded by the Australian Government RTP Scheme)

• Stipend value: Living allowance of approximately $33,000 per year (2025 rate, tax-free), indexed annually

• Other supports:

  • Relocation allowance (value varies based on circumstances)

  • Thesis allowance (reimbursement for costs related to thesis production)

• Health insurance: Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for international students (single policy only)

• Study Level: Master’s or PhD by Research

• Study Course: Open to all study areas offered by CDU

• Citizen type: Open to both Domestic and International applicants

• Number of positions: Limited (competitive, based on merit)

• Duration:

  • Up to 2 years for Master’s by Research

  • Up to 3.5 years for PhD by Research (with a possible 6-month extension)

• Deadline:

• International: 30 September 2025

• Domestic: 31 October 2025

Eligibility Criteria 

To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must:

• Have applied for or be currently enrolled in a Higher Degree by Research (HDR) program at Charles Darwin University

• Provide a complete application package, which includes:

  • Minimum of two academic referee reports

  • English proficiency results (if applicable)

  • Certified academic transcripts

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)

  • Research outputs (if applicable)

  • Confirmation email from a CDU supervisor willing to support your research

Eligible Countries: Open to all nationalities
Eligible Study Programs: Any HDR course offered by CDU

Selection Criteria 

Scholarships are awarded through a highly competitive merit-based process. Applications will be ranked and assessed based on:

• Academic excellence in previous studies

• Quality and feasibility of the proposed research project

• Relevance of the research to CDU’s strategic research priorities

• Research potential, demonstrated through prior publications or project experience

• Supervisor support and alignment of research interests

• Professional and academic references

• Personal statement and alignment with CDU’s research impact goals

(Also Apply for  Research Training Program International (RTPi) Scholarships) 2025)

How to Apply 

To apply for this opportunity, follow these steps:

1. Find a supervisor: Identify a suitable supervisor and obtain their written agreement via email.

2. Prepare all required documents:

   • Academic transcripts (certified)

   • Proof of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL, etc.)

   • Two academic referee reports

   • CV and research outputs

   • Supervisor confirmation email

3. Submit your application online through CDU's official HDR portal:
   ➤ CDU HDR Application Portal

4. Make sure you check the relevant deadlines:

• International applicants: 30 September 2025

• Domestic applicants: 31 October 2025

Who to Contact

If you need more information, contact the Graduate Research Office at Charles Darwin University:

• Email: hdr@cdu.edu.au
• Website: www.cdu.edu.au/research-and-innovation
• Phone: +61 8 8946 7215

Visit University Website for further details and to apply

(Also Apply for Griffith Vice Chancellor’s International Scholarship 2025)

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