The University of Melbourne Graduate Research Scholarships for International Students

This scholarship is available to high-achieving domestic and international students undertaking a Masters by Research degree or doctoral degree. Graduate Research Scholarships that provide a stipend as well as fee offset are awarded to domestic and international students based on academic merit.

Scholarship provider: University of Melbourne, Australia
Degree Category: Masters & PhD
Eligible Country: International
Application Closing Date: 31st October 2022

Scholarship Eligibility

• You need to have applied for and meet the entry requirements for a graduate research degree at the University of Melbourne, or be currently enrolled in a graduate research degree at the University of Melbourne
• Eligible applicants are scored and ranked according to their academic achievement of their last completed degree and their research potential in their field of study. Factors such as completion of a degree at the same level of the research course for which the scholarship is sought, relevant professional experience, refereed publications, specialist medical qualifications or composition of original music may be taken into consideration.
• These scholarships are subject to the Graduate Research Scholarships Terms & Conditions

Scholarship Benefits

• 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 $32,400 per year pro rata (2022 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

How to Apply for The University of Melbourne Graduate Research Scholarships

To apply for this scholarship, eligible students are to proceed to the application portal to fill out the online application form. Click the link below to start your application. Visit the official website for more details.