Deakin university PHD scholarships

April 25, 2025

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Research and PhD scholarships

Our Ph.D. and research degree scholarships can help you with living expenses, tuition, and international student health insurance while studying.

HDR Scholarship – Research Training Program Scholarship (RTP)
Deakin University Postgraduate Research Scholarship (DUPR)

Value and Duration

A $33,500 annual stipend Relocation allowances for Deakin University students who come from out of state or overseas range from $500 to $1,500 (for single to family).

Doctoral Degree Duration

A stipend of three years and an offset of four years for tuition fees.

Research Master Degree Duration

Two years for the stipend and two years to cover the tuition.

Eligibility criteria

For both domestic and international students, enrolment in an HDR course at Deakin University is a prerequisite for receiving an RTP stipend, RTP fees offset, RTP allowance, or DUPRS benefits.
An applicant must not receive an equivalent award or scholarship from the Commonwealth intended to offset HDR fees.
To qualify for an RTP or DUPRS Stipend, students must refrain from receiving additional funding from other sources to cover their living expenses throughout their study, provided that additional funding is at most 75% of their RTP or DUPRS Stipend rate. Income unrelated to the student’s course of study or received for the student’s course of research but not used to pay for living expenses should not be considered.

Selection Process

Students will receive RTP and DUPRS Stipends after a competitive process described in the ranking guidelines below. Recipients will register as full-time, on-campus students.

Applicants who need an RTP or DUPRS stipend must possess:

Completed four years or more of postsecondary education.
Possess an academic achievement level commensurate with 80% or more in the research component of their prior study, considering prior coursework, pertinent employment experience, research publications, and additional research experience.
Fulfil all additional prerequisites for admission as specified in the Higher Degrees by Research (HDR) Admission, Selection, and Enrollment Procedure.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of scholarships are available for research at Deakin University?

Deakin University offers several scholarships for research students, including the Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship and the Deakin University Postgraduate Research Scholarship (DUPRS). These scholarships help with living expenses, tuition, and health insurance for international students.

How much is the stipend for HDR scholarships at Deakin University?

The HDR scholarships at Deakin University provide a stipend of A $33,500 annually. Additionally, relocation allowances for students coming from out of state or overseas can range from A $500 to A $1,500, depending on whether the student is single or has family.

What are the eligibility criteria for the RTP and DUPRS scholarships?

To be eligible for the RTP or DUPRS scholarships, applicants must be enrolled in a Higher Degree by Research (HDR) course at Deakin University, must have completed four years or more of postsecondary education, and must have an academic achievement level of at least 80% in the research component of their prior study. Additionally, applicants must not receive equivalent funding from other sources.

What is the duration of the scholarships for doctoral and research master's degrees?

The RTP stipend for doctoral degrees lasts for three years, with an offset for tuition fees extending up to four years. For research master's degrees, the stipend covers a duration of two years, along with two years for tuition coverage.

How does the selection process for scholarships work at Deakin University?

The selection process for RTP and DUPRS stipends is competitive, and candidates are ranked according to specific guidelines. Recipients must register as full-time, on-campus students and must fulfill additional prerequisites for admission as specified in the Higher Degrees by Research (HDR) Admission, Selection, and Enrollment Procedure.