Both domestic and international students pursuing postgraduate research degrees can apply for the fully funded Edith Cowan University (ECU) HDR Scholarships 2026 in Australia. These esteemed Higher Degree by Research (HDR) scholarships, which are funded by the Australian government, include complete tuition, health insurance, and a living stipend of about $35,000 annually for the duration of the study. The scholarships are intended for students who want to pursue advanced research at ECU and have exceptional academic accomplishments and excellent research potential. Awards are given out according on research accomplishment and academic excellence. The RTP Stipend Scholarship or the ECU Higher Degree by Research Scholarship, which offer complete financial assistance and access to top-notch research facilities and supervision in Australia, are available to successful applicants.
Eligibility Criteria :
- must have been accepted into an ECU Higher Degree by Research program, such as a Master by Research, PhD, or Integrated PhD.
- Both domestic and foreign Master’s and PhD candidates are welcome.
Candidates are ineligible if :
- Within the last two years, they have been awarded an Australia Awards or AusAID scholarship.
- For the proposed research project, they do not have the support of a major supervisor.
- They will start their PhD after December 1, 2026.
- The Integrated PhD or Master by Research program will begin after the second semester of 2026.
Australia is the host nation.
Australia is the study destination.
Scholarships for postgraduate, master’s, and doctoral studies
All countries are eligible.
Benefits include health insurance, a $35,000 yearly stipend, and a fully funded scholarship.
IELTS is not necessary for English proficiency.
Benefits :
- The Edith Cowan University Higher Degree Scholarship offers a $35,000 annual stipend that is paid every two weeks via electronic transfer in addition to full tuition price support.
- A relocation payment for qualified domestic students and a partial reimbursement of Overseas Student Health Cover for international students are examples of additional perks.
- For full-time PhD studies, the scholarship period is up to three years; for full-time Master by Research programs, it is up to two years.
