The Central Queensland University RTP Scholarship, funded by the Australian Government, is now open for applications from international students who wish to study in Australia.
This prestigious opportunity offers a $36,000 annual stipend to support students pursuing research higher degrees at CQUniversity, helping to cover living expenses during the duration of their program.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Australia
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | $36,000 Stipend
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: December 31, 2025
Scholarship Details
The Central Queensland University RTP Stipend Scholarships are part of the Australian Government’s initiative to support outstanding students enrolled in research higher degree programs. This funding opportunity is available to both domestic and international students and is designed to ease the financial burden of living costs while completing a Master’s by Research or PhD program.
The total scholarship value is up to AUD 36,000 per year, distributed as a tax-free stipend for up to three years. Students must be enrolled in an accredited RHD course and must not be receiving income from another source intended to cover general living expenses or another scholarship that offsets tuition fees.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Central Queensland University RTP Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be a domestic or international student enrolled in an accredited RHD course at CQUniversity
- Not be receiving another income source for living costs
- Meet entry requirements for a Master’s by Research or PhD
- Not be receiving another Commonwealth scholarship covering tuition fees
- Meet the university’s English language proficiency requirements
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants will receive:
- Full tuition coverage
- Annual stipend of AUD 36,000, for up to three years
Selection Criteria
Applicants will be assessed based on:
- Academic achievement and writing skills (up to 20 points)
- Quality of the research project and alignment with CQUniversity research priorities (up to 15 points)
- Motivation, research experience, and suitability of the research environment (up to 15 points)
How to Apply
To apply for the Central Queensland University RTP Scholarship:
- Click on the button below to visit the CQUniversity scholarship webpage
- Apply for a Research Higher Degree (Masters or PhD) at CQUniversity
- Discuss your interest in the RTP Scholarship with your supervisory team
- Based on the recommendation of your supervisory team, you will be invited by the School of Graduate Research to complete a scholarship application
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