UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE GRADUATE RESEARCH SCHOLARSHIP 2026/2027: FULLY FUNDED MASTER'S & PHD SCHOLARSHIPS IN AUSTRALIA

Applications are now open for the University of Melbourne Graduate Research Scholarship 2026/2027, a prestigious fully funded scholarship for outstanding domestic and international students pursuing a Master's by Research or Doctoral (PhD) degree in Australia.

The scholarship is awarded based on academic merit and provides comprehensive financial support, including full tuition, a generous living stipend, relocation assistance, and health insurance for eligible international students.

Scholarship Summary

• Host Institution: University of Melbourne
• Host Country: Australia
• Study Level: Master's by Research, Doctoral (PhD)
• Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
• Eligible Countries: All Countries
• Application Deadline: October 31, 2026

Scholarship Benefits

Successful applicants will receive:

• Full tuition fee coverage for:
  • Up to 2 years for Master's by Research students.
  • Up to 4 years for Doctoral (PhD) students.
• Annual living allowance of AUD $39,500 (2026 full-time study rate), paid:
  • For up to 2 years for Master's by Research students.
  • For up to 3.5 years for Doctoral students.
• Relocation grant of:
  • AUD $2,000 for students relocating from other Australian states or territories.
  • AUD $3,000 for international students relocating from outside Australia.
• Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) Single Membership for eligible international students requiring a student visa.

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for the University of Melbourne Graduate Research Scholarship, applicants must:

• Have applied for and satisfy the admission requirements for a graduate research degree at the University of Melbourne; or
• Be currently enrolled in a graduate research degree at the University of Melbourne.
• Be an Australian or international applicant.
• Demonstrate outstanding academic achievement, as scholarships are awarded primarily on academic merit.

Selection Criteria

Scholarships are awarded competitively based on:

• Academic excellence.
• Research potential.
• Previous academic achievements.
• Other relevant factors considered by the University during the selection process.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit an application for an eligible graduate research programme at the University of Melbourne. Eligible applicants are automatically considered for the Graduate Research Scholarship, while some applicants may be required to submit a separate scholarship application depending on their admission category.

Apply Here: https://scholarships.unimelb.edu.au/awards/graduate-research-scholarships

Application Deadline

October 31, 2026

The University of Melbourne Graduate Research Scholarship provides an exceptional opportunity for talented researchers worldwide to pursue advanced studies at one of Australia's leading universities with full financial support. Prospective applicants are encouraged to begin their admission process early and ensure all required documents are submitted before the application deadline.