APPLY NOW | University of Melbourne Graduate Research Scholarships ( Fully Funded )
University of Melbourne is structured for international flexibility, and we send over 1300 students abroad each year on semester, year or short term intensive programs. Graduate students can seek funding for their research overseas, to engage in and publish research, or to engage with colleagues at key conferences.
Brief Description
Scholarship Sponsor(s): University of Melbourne , Australia
Scholarship Type: Fully-funded
Host Institution(s): University of Melbourne , Australia
Scholarship Worth: See Scholarship Benefits below
Number of Awards: 600
Study Level: Masters and PhD
Nationality: International Students
Application Deadline: Varies
Eligibility
To be eligible for the Graduate Research Scholarships, you must:
- have applied for and 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
Scholarship Benefits for University of Melbourne Graduate Research Scholarships
Stipend and fee offset scholarships
- Full fee offset for up to two years for students undertaking a Masters by Research degree or up to four years for students undertaking a doctoral degree.
- Living allowance of $34,400 per year pro rata (2023 full-time study rate) for up to two years for students undertaking a Masters by Research degree or up to 3.5 years for students undertaking a doctoral degree. The living allowance may be indexed annually and includes limited paid sick, maternity and parenting leave.
- Relocation grant of $2000 for students moving from States or Territories other than Victoria or $3000 for students moving from outside Australia.
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) Single Membership for international students who require a student visa to study in Australia
Application process for University of Melbourne Graduate Research Scholarships
If you are a new student and have applied for a graduate research course by the application closing date for that course, you will be automatically considered for the Graduate Research Scholarships. You will receive a notification that a scholarship application has been added to your record within ten business days of having submitted your course application.
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