The University of Melbourne has opened its Graduate Research Scholarships for 2027, and this year the university is funding 600 places for Master's and PhD students from around the world. The scholarship covers tuition, a living stipend, health insurance, and relocation costs, and there is no separate scholarship form to fill out.
If you're planning to study a research degree in Australia, this is one of the strongest funding programs currently open, and it's worth reading through carefully before the deadline.
Scholarship Overview
These scholarships are awarded automatically when you apply for a graduate research course at the University of Melbourne. There is no extra application, no extra portal, and no additional fee. Your course application is reviewed for both admission and funding at the same time.
What the Scholarship Covers
- 600 scholarships awarded each year across all faculties
- AUD 135,000 total package value for the full duration of the degree
- AUD 39,500 per year stipend, paid fortnightly into your bank account
- Full tuition covered for the standard length of the program
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) included for international students
- Relocation grant of AUD 2,000 to 3,000 depending on where you're moving from
- No application fee
- Open to Master's by Research and PhD applicants of all nationalities
Quick Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| University | University of Melbourne (ranked #1 in Australia) |
| Degree Levels | Master's by Research, PhD |
| Scholarships Available | Approximately 600 per year |
| Stipend | AUD 39,500 per year |
| Tuition | Fully covered |
| Application Fee | None |
| Deadline | 31 October 2026 |
How to Apply
- Look through Melbourne's academic staff directory and find a supervisor working in your research area.
- Write a research proposal outlining your topic, methodology, and why Melbourne is a good fit for it.
- Choose your graduate research program and check the faculty's specific requirements.
- Submit your course application along with your transcripts, CV, proposal, and references.
- Your application is automatically considered for the scholarship, so there's nothing extra to submit at this stage.
- If you're a deferred or currently enrolled student, you'll need to submit a separate scholarship form by the deadline.
- Offers for admission and funding are usually sent together by email.
- Once accepted, apply for your Student Visa (Subclass 500) and start preparing for the move.
Final Thoughts
Six hundred fully funded places at a top 15 global university doesn't happen every year, and the process here is more straightforward than most scholarships of this size. If you're serious about a research degree, it's worth starting your proposal and reaching out to a supervisor now rather than waiting until closer to the deadline on 31 October 2026.
Always check the University of Melbourne's official scholarships page directly before submitting any documents, since funding details can be updated by the university at any time.
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