Melbourne Graduate Research Scholarship 2027, Australia

AustraliaMelbourne Graduate Research
AustraliaScholarshipFully FundedRolling deadlinephd
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Program details

Key facts at a glance

Host country
Australia
Region
Oceania
Institution
Melbourne Graduate Research
Administered by
University of Melbourne
Study level
PhD
Funding
Fully Funded

Program overview

Full description, requirements, and what to expect

This Master’S, PhD program in Australia is organized by University of Melbourne, with fully funded. The application deadline is 31st October 2026. It is open to domestic & international students.

KEY DETAILS - Location: Australia - Institution: University of Melbourne - Program level: Master’s, PhD - Funding: Fully Funded - Open to: Domestic & International Students - Deadline: 31st October 2026

ELIGIBILITY - International and Australian students from all nations are eligible for the scholarship. - To be eligible for the fellowship, new applicants must apply to the University of Melbourne for an appropriate graduate research degree. - Since qualified applicants are automatically taken into consideration after submitting an application for admission, there is no separate scholarship application process. - Applications may also be accepted from students who are currently enrolled in the university’s graduate research program. - Candidates must meet all qualifying requirements and admission requirements for the research program of their choice. - A four-year Australian bachelor’s degree or a comparable international degree is typically required of candidates. - Candidates must have finished a substantial research project that accounts for at least 25% of their last year of undergraduate or graduate school. - Before applying, candidates should carefully consider the exact program criteria, as eligibility requirements may vary based on the chosen course or faculty.

BENEFITS - For the duration of the qualifying Master’s by Research or PhD by Research program, the scholarship covers all tuition costs. - A substantial living stipend will be given to chosen students to assist with daily expenses, housing, and other living expenses while they are studying in Australia. - Students from outside Australia will receive a relocation grant to help with travel and settlement costs. - Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) will provide Overseas applicants with access to health insurance and medical services while they are studying in Australia. - The award seeks to lessen students’ financial burdens so they can devote all of their attention to their professional growth and academic research.

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Requirements & preparation

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Eligibility criteria

8 requirements to review

  • International and Australian students from all nations are eligible for the scholarship.
  • To be eligible for the fellowship, new applicants must apply to the University of Melbourne for an appropriate graduate research degree.
  • Since qualified applicants are automatically taken into consideration after submitting an application for admission, there is no separate scholarship application process.
  • Applications may also be accepted from students who are currently enrolled in the university’s graduate research program.
  • Candidates must meet all qualifying requirements and admission requirements for the research program of their choice.
  • A four-year Australian bachelor’s degree or a comparable international degree is typically required of candidates.
  • Candidates must have finished a substantial research project that accounts for at least 25% of their last year of undergraduate or graduate school.
  • Before applying, candidates should carefully consider the exact program criteria, as eligibility requirements may vary based on the chosen course or faculty.

Benefits & funding

5 perks included · Fully Funded

  • For the duration of the qualifying Master’s by Research or PhD by Research program, the scholarship covers all tuition costs.
  • A substantial living stipend will be given to chosen students to assist with daily expenses, housing, and other living expenses while they are studying in Australia.
  • Students from outside Australia will receive a relocation grant to help with travel and settlement costs.
  • Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) will provide Overseas applicants with access to health insurance and medical services while they are studying in Australia.
  • The award seeks to lessen students’ financial burdens so they can devote all of their attention to their professional growth and academic research.

Important dates

Deadlines and listing updates

  • Application deadlineRolling — applications accepted on an ongoing basis
  • Published on Opportunity StationMay 19, 2026
  • Last updatedJul 8, 2026

Participating location

Where this opportunity takes place

Australia · Oceania

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Next step

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https://glorno.com/index.php/2026/05/20/melbourne-graduate-research-scholarship-2027-australia-fully-funded/

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