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Swinburne Research Stipend Scholarships 2026- 2027 in Australia

Key information

Organization
Swinburne University of Technology
Location
Australia
Opportunity type
Scholarship
Education
PhD, Professional Doctorate
Deadline
October 7, 2026
Published
July 29, 2026
Eligible gender
Male, Female
Study level
PH.D
Funding
Fully funded
Application fee required
No
Program language
English
Language requirement
TOEFL, IELTS
Program duration
3-4 years
Fields of study
All research fields aligned with Swinburne’s Research Strategy
Eligible countries
All countries
Eligible applicants
Future and current doctoral students
Host institution
Swinburne University of Technology
Application deadlines
Round 1: 23 March – 8 May 2026 Round 2: 7 September – 9 October 2026

Quick summary

Swinburne University of Technology is now accepting applications for the 2027 Research Stipend Scholarships, open to both domestic and international students. These scholarships support doctoral candidates by providing a generous living stipend while they pursue high-quality research aligned with Swinburne’s strategic priorities. Successful applicants will automatically receive a tuition fee scholarship—either an RTP Fees-Offset for domestic students or a Tuition Fee Scholarship for international students—covering up to four years of study. Two types of scholarships are available: the Swinburne University Postgraduate Research Award (SUPRA) and the Research Training Program Stipend Scholarship (RTPS), each valued at $35,500 per year (2026 rate) for up to three years, with a potential 6-month extension.

Requirements: Below are the required application documents: HDR Research Proposal template (signed by supervisor) Certified academic transcripts Proof of citizenship/ID Resume (with publications, if applicable) Evidence of prior research or publications Two referee reports (submitted directly to: [email protected])

Benefits: Selected candidates will benefit from the following items: Annual stipend of AUD 34,700 (indexed for 2025) for up to 3.5 years Full tuition fee coverage (up to 4 years) Relocation allowance Paid leave of absence Thesis allowance

How to apply: Check Scholarship application rounds deadlines Contact a Supervisor: Discuss your research idea with a potential supervisor at Swinburne Complete the HDR Research Proposal template with their support Prepare Documents: Completed HDR Research Proposal (signed by supervisor) Certified academic transcripts and graduation evidence

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Overview

Swinburne University of Technology is now accepting applications for the 2027 Research Stipend Scholarships, open to both domestic and international students. These scholarships support doctoral candidates by providing a generous living stipend while they pursue high-quality research aligned with Swinburne’s strategic priorities.

Successful applicants will automatically receive a tuition fee scholarship—either an RTP Fees-Offset for domestic students or a Tuition Fee Scholarship for international students—covering up to four years of study.

Two types of scholarships are available: the Swinburne University Postgraduate Research Award (SUPRA) and the Research Training Program Stipend Scholarship (RTPS), each valued at $35,500 per year (2026 rate) for up to three years, with a potential 6-month extension.

To be eligible, applicants must meet Swinburne’s PhD or Professional Doctorate entry requirements, hold a First-Class Honours degree (or equivalent), and propose a project aligned with Swinburne’s research ecosystem.

Applications are welcome from prospective students, current candidates with less than two years of enrolment, or those who have received an offer but have not yet enrolled.

Requirements

Below are the required application documents

HDR Research Proposal template (signed by supervisor)

Certified academic transcripts

Proof of citizenship/ID

Resume (with publications, if applicable)

Evidence of prior research or publications

Two referee reports (submitted directly to: [email protected])

Eligibility

The application assessment criteria are as follows

Scholarship and candidature eligibility

Research project’s alignment with the university strategy

Academic merit and qualifications

Research/publication experience

Work experience

Supervisor team quality

Referee reports

Benefits

Selected candidates will benefit from the following items

Annual stipend of AUD 34,700 (indexed for 2025) for up to 3.5 years

Full tuition fee coverage (up to 4 years)

Relocation allowance

Paid leave of absence

Thesis allowance

How to apply

Check Scholarship application rounds deadlines

Contact a Supervisor

Discuss your research idea with a potential supervisor at Swinburne

Complete the HDR Research Proposal template with their support

Prepare Documents

Completed HDR Research Proposal (signed by supervisor)

Certified academic transcripts and graduation evidence

Proof of citizenship/ID

Updated resume

Evidence of previous research/publications

Submit Online Application

Select Swinburne Research Scholarships under the scholarship section

Ensure all documents are attached before submitting

Arrange Referee Reports

Choose two referees

Ask them to email completed reports to [email protected] by the application deadline

Note: Applicants are automatically considered for both SUPRA and RTPS. Incomplete applications or late referee reports may result in ineligibility.

Further details and information are available on the official website of Swinburne University.

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