Funding & benefits
AUD 35,550 / annual base 2027 stipend
Eligible programmes & fields
The verified record currently describes the eligible study scope instead of presenting a misleading finite degree list. Use the field scope above and confirm the current course rules on the official scholarship/provider website.
About the scholarship
Australian Government block-grant programme through which universities provide RTP fee offsets, stipends and allowances to eligible research-degree students.
Depending on the award tier or route, verified benefits include AUD 35,550 / annual base 2027 stipend. The opportunity currently maps to study areas including All eligible higher degree by research fields. Use the programme and eligibility sections below to decide whether the opportunity matches your academic background before opening the official application portal.
Eligibility requirements
- Must be admitted to or enrolled in an eligible research Master or Doctoral programme.
- Must meet the host university’s HDR admission language requirements.
- Australian universities determine domestic/international eligibility and award rules within the RTP framework.
Should you apply?
Likely a good fit if
- You are looking for Master's by research or PhD / Doctoral funding.
- Your intended study area is related to All eligible higher degree by research fields.
- Your citizenship / nationality satisfies the stated applicant rule.
- Your prior academic background meets the stated degree requirement.
- You can satisfy the stated English-language requirement.
- You are prepared to study in Australia.
Review carefully if
- Applicants who do not hold the required prior degree/background may not be eligible.
- Applicants who cannot meet the stated language requirement should review the official waiver/rule carefully.
This is a factual screening summary based on the verified eligibility information above; the awarding institution makes the final eligibility decision.
Application process
Official sources & verification
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Official sources last checked: 17 Aug 2026