Curtin University Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship

Curtin University offers the Australian Government’s Research Training Program (RTP) scholarships to support outstanding international and domestic candidates pursuing full-time research degrees (Master’s by Research or PhD).

🎯 What It Covers

• Full tuition fee waiver for up to 2 years (Master’s) or 3.5–4 years (PhD)

• Annual living stipend (~AUD 33,990–37,500, tax‑free)

• Relocation allowance for international students (up to ~AUD 1,485)

• Research support, travel funding, thesis allowances, and overseas student health coverage

📅 Application Timeline (2025 Cycle)

• Submit Expression of Interest (EOI) to a Curtin supervisor between 1 July and 18 August

• Full HDR application and scholarship materials due by 31 October

• Scholarship decisions notified in November 2025

• Enrolment deadline: 31 March 2026

✅ Eligibility

Applicants must:

• Be enrolled or applying full-time for a Higher Degree by Research at Curtin

• Not currently hold a comparable HDR stipend

• Demonstrate academic excellence and research promise

• Obtain an Invitation to Apply from a Curtin-approved supervisor

• Meet the university’s research entry and English proficiency requirements

🧪 Research Fields Supported

Eligible projects span key areas including engineering, health sciences, sustainability, AI & data science, mining, humanities, and social sciences.

🧠 Why It Matters

The Curtin RTP is one of Australia’s most robust scholarships, combining financial support, academic mentorship, and research infrastructure to empower students to focus fully on impactful research.