High-achieving candidates have a great opportunity to undertake fully financed Master’s or PhD research in Australia with the Deakin University RTP and DUPR Scholarships 2026. Both domestic and foreign applicants who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and research promise are eligible for these competitive awards.
While Deakin University funds the Deakin University Postgraduate Research Scholarship (DUPR), the Australian Government funds the Research Training Program (RTP). Both are intended to help graduate researchers by paying for tuition and living expenses so that students can concentrate entirely on their work. Both programs have a rigorous, merit-based selection process, and only the most deserving applicants are given RTP Scholarships.
Research-driven and internationally renowned, Deakin University is renowned for its effect on research, innovation, and solid industry ties. Modern facilities, knowledgeable faculty, and a lively academic atmosphere are all available to students at campuses spread across Victoria.
Host Country: Australia
University: Deakin University
Opportunity Type: Masters, PhD
Subject: All Subjects
Eligibility Country: International Students, Domestic Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- must be a local or foreign student enrolled in Deakin University’s research program or planning to enroll in one.
- should not earn more than 75% of the scholarship stipend from any other source.
- must fulfill the prerequisites for admission to Deakin’s Higher Degrees by Research (HDR) program.
- At least four years of tertiary (higher) education should have been completed.
- must have completed the research portion of their prior studies with at least 80% or higher.
Benefits:
Annual Stipend: $35,550 (tax-free) for 2025
Relocation Allowance:
- $500 for single students
- $1,500 for students with families relocating from interstate or overseas
Health Coverage: Single Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) provided for international students
Tuition Fee Offset:
- Up to 4 years for PhD candidates
- Up to 2 years for Master’s by research students
Deadline: 24 October 2025