SUMMARY

• Host: Victoria University (VU)
• Study Level: Master's, PhD
• Deadline: 27/7/2026 - 23:59 (AEST) | 13/9/2026 (20:59 GMT+7)
• Benefit: Fully Funded

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

• To be eligible for one of these scholarships, you must:
  • Be a citizen of any country other than Australia or New Zealand
  • Meet the University’s academic entrance requirements for enrolment into a research degree 
• Priority will be given to applicants who:
  • Have not already obtained a PhD degree or equivalent if they are proposing to undertake another one
  • Have not previously held an IPRS, VUIPRS or OPRS
• Applicants for a RTP Stipend Scholarship – International must also:
  • Have achieved an average grade of H1 (above 85% VU Standard) in the honours or final year
  • Meet the University’s English language proficiency requirements for enrolment in a research degree
  • Be commencing a research doctoral degree (Doctor of Philosophy)
  • Nominate a research-focus outline as part of your application
  • Enrol as a full-time student

FINANCIAL SUPPORT

• RTP Stipend Scholarships – International
  • An RTP Fee Offset Scholarship exempting the recipient from paying tuition fees
  • A living allowance of $35,707 per year (2026 rate)
  • Overseas student health cover (single cover).
• The Tony Kruger Education for Social Justice Research Scholarship
  • Annual stipend value: $40,707 (2026 rate)
  • Tuition fees offset
  • Overseas Student Health Cover: Single cover only.
• Project-based Scholarships (included Master's by Research)   
  • As a minimum, each scholarship includes:
  • Annual stipend
  • Fee Offset Scholarship exempting the recipient from paying tuition fees.

HOW TO APPLY

• A separate application is not required, eligibility is assessed as part of your course application for admission
• The number of stipend scholarships awarded is determined by the University funds available in any given year
• Successful applicants will normally be notified of outcomes within two months of the application closing date.

DETAILED INFORMATION & APPLY HERE