Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend Scholarships - International at Victoria University Melbourne Australia 2025

RTP Stipend Scholarships – International are awarded to graduate researchers on the basis of academic merit and research potential.

RTP Stipend Scholarship – International includes:

1. Overseas student health cover (single cover)
2. A living allowance of $35,006 per year (2025 rate)
3. An RTP Fee Offset Scholarship exempting the recipient from paying tuition fees.

The scholarship doesn't cover other costs such as:

1. English-language testing
2. Bridging programs or English-language programs
3. Travel costs from overseas

Eligibility criteria -

1. You're considered an 'international' student if you don't have Australian or New Zealand citizenship or Australian Permanent Residency.
2. International are awarded to graduate researchers on the basis of academic merit and research potential.

Application process -

• A separate application is not required. Your eligibility is assessed as part of your course application for admission. 
• The application must have achieved an average grade of H1 (above 80% VU Standard) in the Honours or final year 
• They must meet the University’s English language proficiency requirements for enrolment in a research degree.
• They must be commencing a research doctoral degree.
• They must enroll as a full-time student.

Note - Priority will be given to applicants who:

• • Have not already obtained a PhD degree or equivalent if they are proposing to undertake another one
  • Have not previously held an IPRS, VUIPRS or OPRS (unless it was for a masters by research degree, and you are applying for an IPRS to undertake PhD studies).