University of Queensland Research Scholarship
Total reward
AUD 35,000/year stipend + full tuition
Level
Master's, PhD / Doctorate
Duration
For the duration of the higher degree by research (e.g. up to about 3.5 years stipend for a PhD)
Location
Australia
About this scholarship
UQ offers Research Training Program (RTP) scholarships for international students pursuing Master’s by Research or PhD. UQ is a member of Australia’s prestigious Group of Eight.
Eligibility
Outstanding academic record (First Class Honours or equivalent). Strong research proposal. Supervisor agreement. English proficiency (IELTS 6.5+).
Benefits & Coverage
Full tuition offset, annual living stipend of AUD 35,000 (2026 rate), Overseas Student Health Cover, relocation allowance
Required Documents
Research degree application, Academic transcripts, Research proposal, CV, Two academic references, English proficiency, Publications list
How to Apply
- Be a domestic or international applicant meeting all admission conditions for a UQ higher degree by research (PhD, MPhil, or research-focused professional doctorate), with strong academic merit and research potential, nominated by the enrolling UQ school/institute, and not already holding a comparable award
- Identify a suitable supervisor and project, then submit an expression of interest (EOI) for your preferred research program (completing the Scholarship/Sponsorship section); there is no separate scholarship application
- Awards (a UQ scholarship or an RTP scholarship) provide a tax-free living stipend (around AUD 37,500/year, 2026 rate), tuition-fee coverage, and Overseas Student Health Cover for international students
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