Melbourne Research Scholarship
The Melbourne Research Scholarship is one of Australia's strongest university research scholarships, combining full fee offset with a 2026 stipend of AUD 39,500 per year for eligible graduate research students.
Host University
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Application status
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What you get
- Full fee offset
- Living allowance of AUD 39,500 per year pro rata (2026 full-time rate)
- Relocation grant for eligible students relocating to Melbourne
- Overseas Student Health Cover for international students requiring a student visa
- Limited paid sick, parental and partner leave
Requirements
Detailed requirements
- - Domestic or international student
- - Applied for or enrolled in a graduate research degree at the University of Melbourne
- - Selection based on academic merit and research potential
- - Must meet graduate research admission requirements and supervisor/project requirements
Who can apply
High-achieving domestic and international applicants for Masters by Research or doctoral study at the University of Melbourne.
Fields of study
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Dates are based on data sourced from official providers (2025-2026 cycle). Deadlines may shift between intake years. Always verify on the official website before applying.
Important dates
How to apply
- 1Apply for admission to a graduate research degree at the University of Melbourne
- 2Eligible applicants are automatically considered for Graduate Research Scholarships
- 3Ensure supervisor, research proposal, academic records and referee requirements are complete by the relevant deadline
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