Established in 1853, the University of Melbourne is a public research university in Australia. As a premier university, it is a part of Australia’s six sandstone universities and a member of the Group of Eight, Universitas 21, Washington University’s McDonnell International Scholars Academy, and the Association of Pacific Rim Universities. Ranked first in Australia, it is ranked 31st in the world by the Times Higher Education rankings.
Having produced eight Nobel laureates and four Australian prime ministers, the University of Melbourne is an ideal destination for students looking for higher studies abroad. The university has seven campuses and offers a diverse set of courses ranging from medical sciences to the performing arts. The University of Melbourne offers a fully funded research scholarship to high-achieving domestic and international research students. Those eligible for the scholarship can get 100% fees remission and up to $110,000 for living expenses. A total of 350 scholarships are awarded each year to scholars of all disciplines.
Eligibility
To be eligible for this scholarship, the students must have applied for and met the entry requirements for a graduate research degree at the University of Melbourne, or be currently enrolled in a graduate research degree at the University of Melbourne.
Melbourne Research Scholarships are awarded to international students based on academic merit. Eligible applicants are scored and ranked according to their academic achievement of their last completed degree and their research potential in their field of study. Factors such as completion of a degree at the same level of the research course for which the scholarship is sought, relevant professional experience, refereed publications, specialist medical qualifications or composition of original music may be taken into consideration.
Melbourne Research Scholarship (Fee Offset)
Full fee offset for up to two years for students undertaking a Master’s by Research degree or up to four years for students undertaking a doctoral degree.
Melbourne Research Scholarship (Stipend)
- Full fee offset for up to two years for students undertaking a Master’s by Research degree or up to four years for students undertaking a doctoral degree.
- Living allowance of $31,200 per year pro-rata (2021 full-time study rate) for up to two years for students undertaking a Master’s by Research degree or up to 3.5 years for students undertaking a doctoral degree. The living allowance may be indexed annually and includes limited paid sick maternity and parenting leave.
- Relocation allowance of $2,000 for students moving from States or Territories other than Victoria or $3,000 for students moving from outside Australia.
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) Single Membership for international students who require a student visa to study in Australia
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