Fully Funded University of Canberra Research Scholarships 2026

 

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Fully Funded University of Canberra Research Scholarships 2026

The University of Canberra (UC) is now inviting applications for its University Research Scholarships for the 2025–2026 academic year.

These awards support Higher Degree by Research (HDR) candidates (PhD only) across all UC research disciplines. Highly competitive, with fewer than 10% success rate in the last round, the scholarship attracts top-tier researchers from Australia and overseas.

 Scholarship Overview

• Scholarship type: Tuition fee sponsorship and stipend

• Stipend value: AUD $36,225 per annum (2025 rate, tax-free), with back payment upon arrival for approved offshore candidates

• Other supports: Access to advanced research facilities, industry-linked research opportunities, and academic mentoring

• Study Level: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD – HDR)

• Study Course: Open to all UC research areas (Arts, Business, Law, Education, Health, Science & Technology)

• Citizen type: Domestic & International students

• Number of positions: Limited, highly competitive

• Duration: Up to 3.5 years

• Deadline: 15 May 2026

Eligibility Criteria 

Applicants must:

• Be a domestic or international student

• Not have previously held an Australian Government-funded HDR scholarship for more than six months

• Hold a qualification equivalent to:

  • Australian First-Class Honours, or

  • Master’s degree with significant research component (≥25% of course, result ≥ 80%)

• Be applying for or currently enrolled in a PhD at UC

Preference will be given to:

• PhD candidates with Confirmation of Candidature and less than 2 years EFT

• Indigenous Australian applicants

• Candidates aligned with the National Industry PhD Program  Industry Linked stream

Selection Criteria 

Applications are ranked by faculties based on:

• Academic merit and research performance

• Quality and feasibility of the research proposal

• Alignment with UC’s strategic research priorities

• Research potential demonstrated through publications or professional research experience

(Also apply for UNSW Graduate Scholarships 2025-2026)

How to Apply

1. Apply for HDR admission via the UC HDR Application Portal.

2. Complete the Research Scholarship application form once admission is in process.

3. Provide supporting documents:

   • Academic transcripts

   • Research proposal

   • Curriculum Vitae (CV)

   • Referee reports

Applications are assessed and ranked by faculties, then finalized by the UC Research Scholarship Committee.

Who to Contact 

• Official Source: University of Canberra Research Scholarships

• Contact: research.scholarships@canberra.edu.au

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

(Also apply for Murdoch University Research Training Program Stipends  2025)

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