The University of Canberra in Australia is now accepting applications for the 2026 Research Scholarships. These fully funded scholarships are available to both domestic and international students who wish to pursue postgraduate research degrees (PhD).
The award covers full tuition and offers a generous annual stipend of $36,225 (tax-free) to assist with living expenses throughout the study period in Australia.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: University of Canberra, Australia
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Reward: Full Scholarship | $36,225 Stipend per Year
- Deadline: September 30, 2025
- No IELTS Required
Scholarship Details
The University of Canberra offers a limited number of University Research Scholarships to support highly qualified individuals in pursuing a full-time Higher Degree by Research. These scholarships are open to both domestic students (Australian citizens, permanent residents, and New Zealand citizens) and international applicants. Graduate Research oversees the application and administration processes, while the University Research Scholarship Committee manages the selection and award of the scholarships.
The scholarships are awarded under the Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend Scholarships and the UC Higher Degree by Research Stipend Scholarships, and they are aimed at fostering academic excellence and research capacity.
Applicants who are granted the scholarship and are beginning their PhD studies, especially those with strong academic backgrounds—such as First-Class Honours or equivalent Master’s degrees with significant research components—will be prioritized. Other priority groups include currently enrolled PhD students who have passed Confirmation of Candidature, applicants selected for the National Industry PhD Program, and Indigenous Australian PhD candidates.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the University of Canberra Research Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be domestic or international students (Australian citizen, permanent resident, or New Zealand citizen included)
- Not have held an Australian Government-funded research scholarship for more than 6 months previously
The following applicants will be prioritized for the scholarship:
- Those approved for PhD admission with an Australian First-Class Honours degree or equivalent qualification (e.g., Master’s by coursework with a 25% research project and a result of at least 80%)
- Current PhD candidates who have achieved Confirmation of Candidature and completed less than 2 years of research (EFT)
- Candidates selected under the National Industry PhD Program – Industry Linked stream
- Indigenous Australian applicants admitted to a PhD program
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the University of Canberra Research Scholarship will receive:
- A tax-free stipend of $36,225 per annum (2025 rate) to support living costs
- Full tuition sponsorship may be granted to international candidates
- Offshore international candidates will be back-paid their stipends once they arrive on campus in Canberra, Australia
- Duration of funding is 3.5 years
Required Documents
To apply for this scholarship, applicants must prepare to submit:
- Academic transcripts and certificates
- Proof of citizenship or residency status (as applicable)
- Research proposal
- Updated curriculum vitae (CV)
- Confirmation of Candidature (for current PhD candidates)
- Any supporting documents required for PhD admission
How to Apply
To apply for the University of Canberra Research Scholarship:
- All prospective PhD candidates must first apply through the HDR Application Portal for admission
- After gaining access, submit a separate Research Scholarship application through the same portal
- Current PhD candidates at the University of Canberra must also apply through the HDR Portal for the scholarship
- Applications are evaluated for admission eligibility, academic qualifications, research alignment, and proposal quality
- The University Research Scholarship Committee will finalize awardees based on merit rankings submitted by faculty panels
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