Applications are now open for the 2027 RMIT University Scholarship for outstanding domestic and international students interested in pursuing postgraduate research studies in Australia.
The RMIT Research Stipend Scholarship provides comprehensive financial support for eligible students undertaking Master’s by Research and PhD programmes at RMIT University. The scholarship covers full tuition fees and offers an annual living stipend of $36,245, along with relocation support for successful candidates.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Australia
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | $36,245 Annual Stipend | $1,540 Relocation Allowance
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: September 30, 2026
Scholarship Details
Applications are currently being accepted for the 2027 RMIT University Research Scholarships. These scholarships are designed to support exceptional research students pursuing higher degree research programmes at the university. The scholarships include the Research Training Program (RTP), funded by the Australian Government, and the RMIT Research Stipend Scholarship (RRSS), funded by RMIT University.
Applicants who submit an application during one of RMIT’s scholarship rounds will automatically be assessed for all scholarship opportunities for which they are eligible. The programme aims to attract high-achieving researchers from around the world and provide them with the resources needed to conduct impactful research in their chosen fields.
Eligibility Criteria
To be qualified for the RMIT University Scholarship, applicants must:
- Hold a bachelor’s degree requiring at least four years of full-time study in a relevant discipline with honours.
- Have achieved at least a credit average in the final year of study.
- Alternatively, possess a master’s degree that includes a research component equivalent to at least 25% of one full-time academic year.
- Be considered by RMIT to have an equivalent level of academic achievement based on previous studies, research experience, work experience, and publications.
- Not have already completed a graduate research programme at the same or a higher level.
- Not have previously held an RMIT or Commonwealth-funded postgraduate research scholarship unless it was terminated within six months of commencement.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the RMIT University Scholarship will receive:
- A living stipend of $36,245 per year (pro rata for full-time study).
- Full tuition fee coverage for the duration of the programme.
- An RTP International Tuition Fee Offset Scholarship (RIFOS) or RMIT Research International Tuition Fee Scholarship (RRITFS) for eligible international students.
- An RTP Fee Offset Scholarship for Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens, and Australian permanent residents.
- A relocation allowance of up to $1,540 for eligible students moving to commence their studies.
- Paid sick leave.
- Paid maternity leave.
- Paid parenting leave.
Required Documents
To apply for this scholarship, applicants must prepare to submit:
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Academic transcripts for all completed qualifications.
- Research proposal or statement of interest related to an available research project.
- Letter of financial guarantee (for sponsored international applicants).
- Any additional documents required by the chosen research programme.
How to Apply
To apply for the RMIT University Scholarship:
- Visit the official scholarship webpage.
- Select your preferred Master’s by Research or Doctoral programme.
- Identify a suitable research project from the available research opportunities.
- Obtain confirmation from an academic staff member who agrees to supervise your research.
- Prepare all required application materials.
- Submit your application and supporting documents before the deadline.
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