Research Training Program Stipends (International Students) – Murdoch University

The Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend for international students at Murdoch University supports full-time graduate research candidates (Master by Research or Doctoral) with a living allowance and access to a research-intensive environment in Australia.

What’s Offered

• A tax-exempt living allowance of approximately AUD $37,000 per annum for the duration of the award.

• Support for full-time candidature: up to 2 years for a research-based master’s, and up to 3.5 years for a doctorate.

• Opportunity to conduct high-quality research with access to Murdoch’s facilities and academic mentorship.

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to international fee-paying students applying for a research-based Master or Doctorate.

• Applicants must hold a qualification equivalent to First Class Honours, H2A, or a Master’s with a significant thesis component.

• Must apply for full-time candidature and meet admission requirements of the relevant Murdoch research degree.

Process & Structure

• The scholarship round opens annually: for example, applications for the 2026 intake open in mid-2025.

• You submit a research proposal, CV, references, and documentation of academic achievements via the Graduate Research Office.

• Selection is merit-based, focusing on academic excellence, research potential, and supervisor availability.

• If awarded, you enrol in your research degree and receive the stipend for the approved period.

Deadline

• The application deadline for international students typically falls on 30 September each year.