Charles Darwin University (CDU) is a deeply connected, progressive, and highly ranked Australian research university. Funded by the Australian Government, the Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarships are awarded to students of exceptional research potential. This fully funded opportunity is designed to assist both domestic and international students with their general living costs and tuition fees while they undertake a Higher Degree by Research (HDR) in Australia.

• Host Country: Australia
• Host Organizer: Australian Government / Charles Darwin University
• Degree Level: Master by Research and PhD
• Deadline: September 30, 2026

• Full Tuition Offset: Complete coverage of university tuition fees.
• Living Stipend: AU$35,489 (2026 rate) per annum, tax-free for full-time students (paid in fortnightly installments)
• .Relocation Allowance: Up to AU$2,000 for domestic students and AU$2,500 for international students.
• Leave Entitlements: Includes paid sick leave and maternity leave.

• Nationality: Open to both domestic and international students worldwide.
• Academic Requirements (Master's): Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree with high honors (first-class or second-class) from a recognized institution.
• Academic Requirements (PhD): Applicants must hold a Master’s degree with a significant research component, or an equivalent qualification demonstrating exceptional research capability and excellence.
• Enrollment Status: You must be successfully admitted to an accredited Higher Degree by Research (HDR) course of study at CDU.
• Language Proficiency: Must meet the official English language requirements (such as IELTS or TOEFL) if English is not your native language.

HOW TO APPLY

• Students are typically assessed for this scholarship automatically upon acceptance into an eligible Higher Degree by Research program at CDU.
• Scholarships are highly competitive and awarded by invitation based on academic merit and research potential.  

Please visit HERE to apply.