The Melbourne Research Scholarship (MRS) is a fully funded opportunity for international students.
With approximately 350 scholarships available, it supports Masters and Doctoral research studies.
Applications for the Melbourne Research Scholarships (MRS) 2025-2026 are now open.
This article will guide you through the details of these scholarships, their incredible benefits, and the step-by-step application process.
Scholarship Summary
- Level of Study: Masters / PhD
- Institution(s): The University of Melbourne
- Study in: Australia
- Program Duration:
- Up to 2 years for Masters by Research.
- Up to 4 years for doctoral degrees.
- Deadline: Varies by course.
Courses Offered
The scholarship supports a wide array of courses across various schools, including:
- Melbourne Business School
- Melbourne School of Design
- Melbourne Law School
- Melbourne Medical School
- Faculty of Veterinary and Agricultural Sciences
- And many more.
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Scholarship Benefits
The Melbourne Research Scholarships offer the following:
- Full Fee Offset:
- Covers tuition for up to 2 years for Master by Research.
- Covers tuition for up to 4 years for doctoral programs.
- Living Allowance:
- $37,000 per year (2025 full-time rate), indexed annually.
- Includes limited paid sick, maternity, and parenting leave.
- Relocation Grant:
- $2,000 for students relocating from other Australian states or territories.
- $3,000 for students moving from outside Australia.
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC):
- Single Membership for international students requiring a visa.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Melbourne Research Scholarships, applicants must:
- Be proficient in English.
- Be a resident of any country worldwide.
- Have applied for and meet the entry requirements for a Master by Research or Doctoral degree at the University of Melbourne.
- Be currently enrolled in a research degree at the University of Melbourne (if applicable).
Application Details
Follow these steps to apply for the Melbourne Research Scholarships:
- New Students:
- Apply for a graduate research course before the application deadline for that course.
- You will automatically be considered for the scholarship.
- A notification confirming your scholarship application will be sent within seven days of submitting your course application.
- Current or Deferred Students:
- Submit an online scholarship application form if you’ve already received an offer or deferred your research course to the following year.
For further details, visit the official website.
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