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University of Melbourne PhD Scholarship 2026 (Fully Funded) – Stipend, Eligibility & How to Apply


Program Overview

Institution: University of Melbourne, Australia

Type: Fully Funded Research Scholarship (PhD & Master's by Research)

Language: English

Duration: Up to 3.5 years (PhD) · Up to 2 years (Master's by Research)


Funding

Two scholarships are awarded together: the Melbourne Research Scholarship and the Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship, funded by the University and the Australian Government, respectively.

What You Get

Details

Stipend

AUD $39,500 per year (2026 full-time rate), paid fortnightly

Stipend duration — PhD

Up to 3.5 years

Stipend duration — Master's

Up to 2 years

Tuition fees — PhD

Full fee offset for up to 4 years

Tuition fees — Master's

Full fee offset for up to 2 years

Relocation — Domestic

AUD $2,000 (moving from another Australian state or territory)

Relocation — International

AUD $3,000 (moving from outside Australia)

Health cover (OSHC)

Single membership for international students requiring a student visa

Leave entitlements

Paid sick, maternity, parenting, and partner leave included

All domestic students admitted to a Master's by Research or PhD automatically receive the RTP Fee Offset (tuition waiver). The stipend is awarded separately based on merit.


Eligiblity

You are eligible if you:

  • Are you a domestic or international student from any country

  • Have applied for, or are currently enrolled in, a Master's by Research or PhD at the University of Melbourne

  • Meet the academic entry requirements for your chosen course

How are scholarship winners selected?

Scholarships are awarded by merit. Selection panels rank applicants based on:

  • Academic results from your most recent completed degree

  • Research potential in your field of study

  • Relevant professional experience, publications, or specialist qualifications (where applicable)


How to Apply

There is no separate scholarship application. You are automatically considered when you apply for a graduate research degree.


New Applicants

  • Apply for a Master's by Research or PhD through the University of Melbourne's online portal.

  • Submit your application by the course closing date.

  • You will receive confirmation within 7 business days that you have been automatically considered for scholarships.


Application Deadline

New Applicants

Rolling

Apply by the course closing date. No separate scholarship form needed — you are automatically considered.


Current/ Deferred Students 31 October

Submit the online scholarship form by 31 October each year to be considered for the following year.

Applications can be lodged at any time throughout the year. You must apply by the relevant closing date to be included in a scholarship round. Most scholarships are awarded in the first two rounds.

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