Overview
All graduate research fields offered by the University of Melbourne, including but not limited to:
Engineering & Technology
Description
All graduate research fields offered by the University of Melbourne, including but not limited to:
Engineering & Technology
Science & Mathematics
Medicine & Health Sciences
Social Sciences
Humanities & Arts
Business & Economics
Education
Environment & Agriculture
(Any research field is eligible as long as it is offered at the university.)
Eligibility
To be eligible, applicants must:
Have applied for a graduate research degree at the University of Melbourne, or
Be currently enrolled in a graduate research program at the university.
Selection is based on:
Academic excellence
Research potential
Professional experience (if applicable)
Publications, achievements, or artistic contributions (depending on field)
Additional Information
Available Subjects
All graduate research fields offered by the University of Melbourne, including but not limited to:
Engineering & Technology
Science & Mathematics
Medicine & Health Sciences
Social Sciences
Humanities & Arts
Business & Economics
Education
Environment & Agriculture
(Any research field is eligible as long as it is offered at the university.)
Benefits
Recipients of the Graduate Research Scholarship can expect the following benefits:
1 Full Tuition Coverage
Up to 2 years for Master’s by Research
Up to 4 years for Doctoral degrees
2 Living Stipend
AUD $37,000 per year (pro rata, 2024 rate)
Available for up to 2 years for Master’s students
Available for 3.5 years for PhD candidates
Includes limited paid sick leave, maternity leave, and parenting leave
3 Relocation Grant
AUD $2,000 if moving from another Australian state
AUD $3,000 for international students relocating from overseas
4 Overseas Student Health Cover Oshc
Available for international students needing an Australian student visa
Eligible Nationalities
Australian domestic students
International students from all countries
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, applicants must:
Have applied for a graduate research degree at the University of Melbourne, or
Be currently enrolled in a graduate research program at the university.
Selection is based on:
Academic excellence
Research potential
Professional experience (if applicable)
Publications, achievements, or artistic contributions (depending on field)
Application Procedure
1. New Applicants
If you apply for a graduate research course, you are automatically considered for the Melbourne Research Scholarship.
You will receive confirmation within 7 days of submitting your course application.
2. Current or Deferred Students
If:
You already hold an offer and have deferred, or
You are currently enrolled and want a scholarship
→ You must submit an online scholarship application form.
3. Notification of Results
Domestic students automatically receive an RTP Fee Offset with their course offer.
Stipend + fee offset scholarship offers are issued around the same time as course decisions.
Application Status:
Open for automatic consideration
Why Choose The Melbourne Research Scholarship
Study at one of the top 40 universities globally
Access world-class research facilities
Receive a fully funded research degree
Join a diverse, international research community
Benefit from strong industry links and academic supervision
Frequently Asked Questions Faqs
Do I need to submit a separate application for the scholarship? No. Most students are automatically considered after applying for a graduate research program. Only current or deferred students need to submit the additional form.
What is the stipend amount for 2026? The 2026 stipend rate is $38,500 per year (full-time study), plus leave entitlements.
Can international students apply? Yes. The scholarship is open to all nationalities, and international students also receive OSHC coverage.
What does "fee offset" mean? A fee offset means the scholarship covers 100% of your tuition, so you pay no tuition fees during the funded period.
How competitive is the Melbourne Research Scholarship? Very competitive. Selection is based on academic excellence, research output, professional experience, and overall research potential.
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