Monash Research Training Program 2025 (Fully Funded)
Embark on your academic journey in Australia! Applications are now open for the Monash Research Training Program 2025-2026, providing comprehensive financial support for international students pursuing master’s and PhD degrees at Monash University.
Scholarship Overview
- Institution: Monash University
- Level of Study: Master’s / PhD
- Location: Melbourne, Australia
- Fields of Study:
Arts, Biomedical Science, Design Education, Educational and Developmental Psychology and Philosophy, Engineering Science, Fine Art, Philosophy, Reproductive Sciences, Surgery, and more. - Program Period: Varies depending on the course.
Monash Research Training Program Deadlines
International Students:
- Round 1: Opens September 1 | Closes March 31
- Round 3: Opens April 1 | Closes August 31
Domestic Students:
- Round 2: Opens November 1 | Closes May 31
- Round 4: Opens June 1 | Closes October 31
Scholarship Coverage
The Monash Research Training Program offers the following benefits:
- Full tuition fee coverage
- Annual living allowance: AUD 33,000
- Relocation allowance: AUD 1,500
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Language requirement: Proficiency in English.
- Eligible Countries: All nationalities, including Australian and New Zealand citizens.
- Academic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree with a research component (equivalent to Honours 1 or 2A).
- Master’s degree with significant research work (at least 25% of full-time equivalent study).
- Other qualifications deemed equivalent by the Monash Graduate Research Committee (GRC).
- Scholarship Criteria:
- Academic record.
- Research outputs.
- Prior research experience.
Note: Applicants must not have previously held an Australian Government or Monash-funded postgraduate award for more than six months.
How to Apply
- Invitation to Apply:
- Submit an expression of interest (EOI) and secure a supervisor willing to oversee your research.
- Register Online:
- Register on their official website.
- Application Process:
- Complete the online application form.
- Indicate your interest in scholarships (automatic consideration for all eligible scholarships).
Required Documents
- Academic CV
- Official academic transcripts and degree certificates
- Proof of citizenship
- English proficiency evidence
- Research proposal
- Invitation to Apply
About Monash University
Monash University, located in Melbourne, Australia, is a leading research institution with campuses in:
- Victoria: Clayton, Caulfield, Peninsula, and Parkville
- Global Locations: Malaysia, Italy, India, and China
As the second-oldest university in Victoria, Monash is renowned for its cutting-edge research and vibrant academic community.
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