Monash University, a leading research institution in Australia, offers a comprehensive suite of fully funded scholarships for international and domestic students pursuing Research Master’s and Doctoral degrees through its centrally administered scholarships and the Australian Government’s Research Training Program (RTP).

 Key Scholarship Opportunities

Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarships

Monash Graduate Scholarship (MGS) & Co-funded MGS (CF-MGS)

  • Faculty-funded scholarships offering the same stipend rate (~AUD 36,063/year).
  • Ideal for priority research candidates nominated by departments.
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Monash International and Equity Scholarships

  • Includes support like Monash Indigenous Research Award (MIRA), Equity Top-up, and Humanitarian Access Scholarships.
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Eligibility Criteria

  • Open to both international and domestic students studying full-time research Master’s or PhD programs.
  • Competitive academic standing is required (e.g., first-class honours or equivalent)
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  • Must meet Monash English proficiency and admission requirements
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Application Timeline

  • Monash operates four scholarship rounds annually for international and domestic candidates:
    • Round 1 (International): 1 Sep – 31 Mar
    • Round 3 (International): 1 Apr – 31 Aug
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  • Graduate Research Application Process:
    1. Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) to the relevant faculty
    2. Upon successful EOI, receive an Invitation to Apply
    3. Tick the box for scholarship consideration during application via the My.App portal — no separate scholarship forms typically required
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 Scholarship Value & Benefits

  • Annual stipends of around AUD 36,063 (2025 rate) — sufficient for basic living costs in Melbourne
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  • RTP Fees Offset covers tuition fees fully (between AUD 37,100 and 53,200 depending on degree length)
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  • Additional allowances may include relocation support (~AUD 1,000–2,000) and research expenses
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 Student Insights

  • The stipend is often sufficient for essential living costs, although Melbourne’s cost of living may require careful budgeting or modest part-time work. Many students supplement support with teaching or research assistant roles.
  • Award notifications usually arrive after scholarship rounds close, sometimes alongside course offers or shortly after.
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