Australian Government Research Training Program – Fully Funded Research Degree Support

Overview

The Australian Government’s Research Training Program (RTP) provides funding for domestic and international students undertaking higher degrees by research (HDRs) such as PhDs or research-focused Master’s degrees at eligible Australian universities. This program offers financial support, including tuition fee offsets, stipends for living costs, and allowances for research-related expenses.

Eligibility

To be eligible for an RTP scholarship, students must be enrolled or intending to enroll in an accredited research doctorate or research Master’s degree (HDR) at an eligible Australian university and meet individual university entry requirements, which typically include academic transcripts, research proposals, and supervisor support. Both domestic and international students can apply.

Benefits

• Tuition fee offsets
• Stipends to assist with general living costs
• Allowances for ancillary research-related expenses (such as relocation, printing, or health insurance)

How to Apply

Prospective HDR students should choose an Australian university aligned with their interests, contact the postgraduate research office for application procedure details, and submit required documents by the university’s deadline. Interested applicants should contact their chosen institution directly to learn how to apply.

Deadline

Application deadlines vary by university. Prospective candidates must contact their chosen institution directly for specific dates.