Charles Darwin University – Competitive Round RTP Scholarship

The Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship at CDU is a prestigious award that supports outstanding domestic and international students pursuing research-based master’s or PhD degrees. It’s designed to provide financial stability so scholars can fully dedicate themselves to academic excellence and research innovation.

Key Details

• Open to both domestic (Australian citizens, permanent residents, and NZ citizens) and international students.

• Eligible candidates need to secure confirmation from a CDU supervisor to apply.

• Application closing dates for 2026 intake:

  • International: Apply for HDR admission by September 1, scholarship before 30 September 2025, outcome expected mid-November.

  • Domestic: Admission by October 1, scholarship before 31 October 2025, results mid-December. Charles Darwin UniversityPhDFinder

Opportunities

• Join CDU’s vibrant research community, gaining access to leading facilities and expert supervision.

• Research across diverse disciplines with full doctoral or Master’s guidance. PhDFinderScholarship Union

Benefits

• Stipend: AU$34,190 per year (tax-free) for full-time students, or AU$17,095 (taxable) for part-time—paid fortnightly.

• Duration: Three years for PhD; two years for research Master’s.

• Additional perks include paid sick and maternity leave, relocation allowance (up to AU$2,500 for international students; AU$2,000 for domestic). Charles Darwin UniversityPhDFinderKoica Scholarship

Why It Matters
CDU’s RTP Scholarship offers transformative financial support and mentorship opportunities—empowering high-potential researchers to focus fully on academic success and contribute meaningfully to their fields in a world-class research setting.