The University of Melbourne proudly announces the opening of the Research Training Program Scholarship applications. This prestigious scholarship opportunity invites outstanding students keen on pursuing a Master’s by Research degree or a Doctoral degree program. The program is open to both Australian/domestic and international scholars.
Funded jointly by the Australian Commonwealth Government and the University of Melbourne, this scholarship aims to support highly talented research students from across the globe. It offers a stipend alongside a fee offset, recognizing academic excellence and research potential.
Sponsorship and Host Details
In-Depth Look at the University of Melbourne Research Training Program Scholarship
The Research Training Program Scholarship covers the full tuition fee for up to two years for Masters by Research students or up to four years for those undertaking a doctoral degree. The scholarship package is inclusive of 100% fee remission and financial support up to $135,000.
Candidates are evaluated based on the academic achievements of their most recently completed degree and their research potential within their chosen field. The selection process may consider various factors, including previous degrees at the same level, professional experience, publications, specialist qualifications, or original compositions.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the University of Melbourne Research Training Program Scholarship, candidates must:
- Be Australian/domestic or International students.
- Have already applied for, or meet the entry requirements for, a graduate research degree at the University of Melbourne.
- Be currently enrolled in a graduate research degree at the University of Melbourne.
- Provide proof of English Language proficiency.
Scholarship Benefits
Recipients of the University of Melbourne Research Training Program Scholarship will enjoy the following benefits:
- Full tuition fee offset for the duration of the course.
- A living allowance of $37,000 per year (2024 full-time study rate) for up to two years for Masters by Research students or up to 3.5 years for doctoral students, with possible annual indexing and limited paid leave.
- A relocation grant of $2,000 for students moving from within Australia (excluding Victoria) or $3,000 for those coming from abroad.
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) Single Membership for international students requiring a student visa.
Application Process
How to Apply: Eligible candidates who apply for admission to a graduate research course by the specified deadline will automatically be considered for the scholarship. Confirmation of automatic scholarship consideration will be sent within seven days after submitting the course application.
Applicants who have deferred their course start date to the next year or are currently enrolled in a graduate research degree and seeking a scholarship must submit an online application form.
Application Deadline: Not specified.
For more detailed information and to apply, please visit the official University of Melbourne Research Training Program Scholarship website.
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