Overview
The scholarship for Postgraduate Research (PhD) at Monash University.
Description
The scholarship for Postgraduate Research (PhD) at Monash University.
Eligibility
You must also:
Submit a scholarship application in the year offered
Conduct research that is environmentally responsible and socially beneficial
Meet Monash’s competitive graduate research selection criteria
Meet Monash English language proficiency requirements
The scholarship is also available for Joint Research Awards where Monash is the home institution.
Monash graduate research scholarships are awarded based on:
Academic excellence
Research outputs
Prior research experience
Alignment with environmental sustainability and social impact
The standard Research Training Program (RTP) scholarship procedures apply, with specific eligibility requirements for this award.
Because only one scholarship is awarded every two years, competition is extremely high.
Additional Information
Degree Level
The scholarship for Postgraduate Research (PhD) at Monash University.
Available Subjects
Arts (School of Music only)
Engineering
Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Science
Benefits
Living allowance (stipend) – $53,608 per year (2026 rate)
Research allowance
Relocation allowance (if eligible)
This financial support allows students to focus fully on research without worrying about living expenses.
Eligible Nationalities
To apply for the Sir James McNeill Postgraduate Research Scholarship, you must be:
An Australian citizen
A New Zealand citizen
An Australian permanent resident
An Australian humanitarian visa holder
An International student
Eligibility Criteria
You must also:
Submit a scholarship application in the year offered
Conduct research that is environmentally responsible and socially beneficial
Meet Monash’s competitive graduate research selection criteria
Meet Monash English language proficiency requirements
The scholarship is also available for Joint Research Awards where Monash is the home institution.
Monash graduate research scholarships are awarded based on:
Academic excellence
Research outputs
Prior research experience
Alignment with environmental sustainability and social impact
The standard Research Training Program (RTP) scholarship procedures apply, with specific eligibility requirements for this award.
Because only one scholarship is awarded every two years, competition is extremely high.
Application Procedure
Apply for a graduate research course at Monash
Submit your scholarship application at the same time
Eligible applicants are automatically considered for all available graduate research scholarships
Wait for faculty nomination and selection outcome
Important Notes:
The SJMN is awarded in the 31 October scholarship round only
The scholarship is offered once every two years (from R4/2024 onward)
New applicants must receive an invitation to apply from the relevant faculty before submitting their application
Frequently Asked Questions Faqs
Is the Sir James McNeill Scholarship fully funded? Yes. The scholarship provides a full living stipend ($53,608 per year), research allowance, and relocation support, making it a fully funded postgraduate research scholarship in Australia.
Can international students apply for the SJMN Scholarship? Yes, international students are eligible, provided they meet Monash’s academic and English language requirements and are conducting environmentally responsible and socially beneficial research.
How competitive is the Monash Sir James McNeill Scholarship? Extremely competitive. Only one scholarship is awarded every two years, and selection is based on academic excellence, research experience, and the impact of your proposed research.
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Funding
Partial Funding
Organization
Monash University
Degree
PhD
Subjects
Health Sciences, Medicine, Engineering, Nursing
Nationality
International Students
Country
Australia
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