Deakin University HDR Scholarships 2025 | Fully Funded PhD & Research Programs in Australia

Are you an aspiring researcher seeking a scholarship to fund your postgraduate studies? Deakin University provides two prestigious scholarships for Higher Degrees by Research (HDR) students: the Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship and the Deakin University Postgraduate Research Scholarship (DUPR). These awards provide considerable financial support to students who want to focus on important research.

Why Apply for an HDR Scholarship at Deakin?

Deakin University is well-known for its world-class research facilities, experienced faculty, and extensive industry contacts. Securing an HDR scholarship provides you with access to critical tools and cash to help you develop your academic career.

Details about Scholarship

Key Benefits of RTP and DUPR Scholarships

• Annual Stipend: Successful candidates will be paid a tax-free stipend of $35,550 per year (2025 rate).
• Relocation Allowance: Students transferring from interstate or overseas might receive a one-time payment of up to $1,500.
• Tuition Fee Offset: The scholarship provides full tuition fee coverage for the duration of the program.
• Overseas Student Health Coverage (OSHC): International students will be given a single OSHC policy.

Scholarship Duration

• Doctoral Degree (PhD): Up to three years' stipend and four years' tuition coverage.
• Master's by Research: Stipend and tuition support for two years.

Who Can Apply?

• Domestic and international students enroll in Deakin's Higher Degree by Research program.
• Applicants must have completed at least four years of postsecondary study and have an outstanding academic record (at least 80% in the research component).
• Those with relevant research expertise, publications, or industry activity will be given preference.
• Candidates must not be receiving a similar scholarship or earning more than 75% of the stipend amount.

Application Deadline

The last date of application submission is 24th August, 2025.

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