Swinburne Research Stipend Scholarships 2025-2026

 

About the positions

Swinburne Research Stipend Scholarships 2025-2026

This scholarship opportunity is sponsored by Swinburne University of Technology in partnership with the Australian Government to support high-achieving research students in pursuing doctoral-level studies in Australia.

The Swinburne Research Stipend Scholarships are designed to assist with general living costs for candidates undertaking a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or Professional Doctorate. This opportunity is open to both domestic and international students, and successful applicants are also automatically awarded tuition fee coverage through either a RTP Fees-Offset (for domestic students) or a Tuition Fee Scholarship (for international students).

There are two main scholarships under this scheme:

• Swinburne University Postgraduate Research Award (SUPRA)

• Research Training Program Stipend Scholarship (RTPS)

 Scholarship Overview

• Scholarship type: Full tuition fee cover

• Stipend value: Annual living allowance of $34,700 (indexed, 2025 rate) for up to 3 years, with a possible 6-month extension

• Other supports:

  • Relocation allowance

  • Paid leave of absence

  • Thesis allowance

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

• Study Level: PhD or Professional Doctorate

• Study Course: Open to all research-eligible programs

• Citizen type: Domestic and International students

• Number of positions: Limited, varies per round

• Duration: 3 years with possible 6-month extension for stipend; tuition covered for up to 4 years

• Deadline:

• Round 1: Opens 31 March 2025 | Closes 9 May 2025

• Round 2: Opens 25 August 2025 | Closes 6 October 2025

Eligibility Criteria 

To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants are expected to:

• Meet Swinburne’s entry requirements for a PhD or Professional Doctorate

• Hold a Bachelor Degree with First Class Honours or equivalent

• Propose a research project that aligns with Swinburne’s Research Strategy and Ecosystem

• Not be receiving another income greater than 75% of the RTPS stipend that supports general living expenses

Applicants must also meet one of the following conditions:

• Be applying for entry into a Swinburne PhD or Professional Doctorate

• Be currently enrolled in a Swinburne PhD/Professional Doctorate for less than 2 years at the application deadline

• Have received a Swinburne offer of candidature but not yet enrolled

Eligible Countries: All nationalities
Eligible course or study program: Any research program leading to a PhD or Professional Doctorate

Selection Criteria 

Scholarships will be awarded based on a competitive assessment considering:

• Eligibility and entry requirements

• Strength and relevance of the research proposal

• Alignment with Swinburne’s research strategy

• Previous academic achievement

• Research and publication experience

• Quality of the supervisory team

• Referee reports

• Relevant work experience and achievements

(Also apply for University of Sydney Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarships 2025

How to Apply

Swinburne Research Scholarships are awarded during two rounds each year.

 Application Rounds:

• Round 1:

  • Opens: Monday 31 March 2025, 9:00 AM AEDT

  • Closes: Friday 9 May 2025 AEST

  • Outcome Notification: Wednesday 9 July 2025

  • Enrolment (Domestic): By 31 October 2025

  • Enrolment (International): By 30 January 2026

• Round 2:

  • Opens: Monday 25 August 2025, 9:00 AM AEST

  • Closes: Monday 6 October 2025 AEDT

  • Outcome Notification: Wednesday 3 December 2025

  • Enrolment (Domestic): By 27 February 2026

  • Enrolment (International): By 29 May 2026

 Application Steps:

For prospective students:

1. Follow the HDR application process.

2. Select “Swinburne Research Scholarships” when asked about scholarship type.

3. Attach required documents:

   • Completed HDR Research Proposal template (signed by supervisor)

   • Academic transcripts

   • Resume

   • Proof of citizenship

   • Evidence of publications or prior research

For current Swinburne PhD students:

1. Complete the 2025 Swinburne Research Scholarship Current Student Application Form

2. Include:

   • HDR Research Proposal signed by supervisor

   • Updated Resume including list of publications

All applicants:

• Arrange for at least two referees to submit referee reports to:  HDRscholarships@swin.edu.au

• Ensure all applications and referee reports are submitted before the round deadline.

• Incomplete applications may not be considered.

Who to Contact

Prospective Students
 Email: study@swin.edu.au
 Phone: 1300 794 628 (Option 2) or +61 3 9214 8444 (Option 2)

Visit the University Website to learn more about the scholarship and apply

(Also apply for Western Australian Premier’s University Scholarship 2025)

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