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Applications for the Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) for 2027 are now OPEN

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Location
Australia
Opportunity type
training
Deadline
October 24, 2026
Published
September 9, 2026

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Deadline: October 24, 2026

Quick summary

Southern Cross University offers competitive scholarships under the Australian Government’s Research Training Program (RTP), supporting both domestic and international Higher Degree Research (HDR) candidates. These scholarships recognise academic excellence, research potential, and experience—providing financial support to help students focus on impactful research. Application Deadline: October 31, 2026 Tell Me About The Award: The Southern Cross University (SCU) RTP Scholarship is a fully funded scholarship sponsored by the Australian Government for Higher Degree by Research (HDR) students.

Requirements: Must secure academic supervision at SCU Must meet academic and English language requirements Full-time, on-campus study required

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Overview

Southern Cross University offers competitive scholarships under the Australian Government’s Research Training Program (RTP), supporting both domestic and international Higher Degree Research (HDR) candidates.

These scholarships recognise academic excellence, research potential, and experience—providing financial support to help students focus on impactful research.

Application Deadline

October 31, 2026

Tell Me About The Award

The Southern Cross University (SCU) RTP Scholarship is a fully funded scholarship sponsored by the Australian Government for Higher Degree by Research (HDR) students. It supports both domestic and international candidates pursuing a Master’s by Research or PhD. The award recognizes academic excellence, research potential, and proposal quality.

Which Fields are Eligible? Any Higher Degree by Research program at Southern Cross University.

Type

Master’s by Research

PhD (Doctoral Research)

Who can Apply?

Domestic and international HDR candidates

Must secure academic supervision at SCU

Must meet academic and English language requirements

Full-time, on-campus study required

How are Applicants Selected?

Selection is merit-based, assessed on

Academic excellence

Quality and feasibility of the research proposal

Research potential and prior experience

Supervisor endorsement

Which Countries Are Eligible? 🌍 All countries (domestic and international students)

Where will the Award be Taken? Southern Cross University, Australia

How Many Awards? Not specified (competitive, limited awards)

What is the Benefit of the Award?

Full tuition fee offset

Living stipend of AU$34,315/year (tax-free, indexed annually, paid fortnightly)

Health insurance for international students

Duration: up to 3 years (PhD) or 2 years (Master’s by Research)

How Long Will the Award Last?

Up to 3 years for PhD

Up to 2 years for Master’s by Research

How to Apply

Identify a research topic and secure a potential supervisor at SCU.

Prepare supporting documents (CV, transcripts, research proposal, English proficiency).

Complete and submit the RTP application form with attachments.

Submit before the deadline.

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Requirements

Must secure academic supervision at SCU Must meet academic and English language requirements Full-time, on-campus study required

Eligibility

International RTP Stipend Scholarships are not available in the current scholarship round. A future round for international applicants may be offered, and updates will be published on this website as they become available.

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