Macquarie University Graduate Research Scholarships

Macquarie University in Sydney offers a suite of competitive, fully funded scholarship pathways for graduate researchers pursuing the Graduate Diploma of Research, Master of Research (MRes), or PhD—available to both domestic and international applicants.

Key Details:

• Offers include tuition fee exemptions, living stipends (~AUD 38,500/year, effective from 2025), stipend top-ups, one-off payments, Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), and visa assistance.

• Progression-based funding: Graduate Diploma holders with strong academic results may advance to MRes and PhD funding (3-year scholarship including full fees + stipend).

• Specialized support: Scholarships include both the International Research Training Program (iRTP) and International Macquarie Research Excellence Scholarship (iMQRES), with application windows in mid-2025 and a stipend rate of AUD 39,700/year for selected awards.

Opportunities:

• Seamless progression from research diploma to PhD with consistent financial support.

• Access to professional development, mentorship, and world-class supervisors.

Benefits:

• Substantial living stipend significantly exceeding many base-tier scholarships.

• Comprehensive financial support—including tuition waiver, living expenses, and health/visa coverage for international students.Macquarie UniversityScholarships Future

Why It Matters:
These scholarships empower high-potential researchers to fully devote themselves to their studies and research, while Sydney provides a dynamic, globally connected setting—ideal for innovation and academic excellence.