Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend Scholarship – CQUniversity

Unlock your research potential with the Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend Scholarship at CQUniversity, funded by the Australian Government to support both domestic and international students pursuing a Master's by Research or PhD.

Key Benefits:

• Living Allowance: Receive A$36,000 per year (paid fortnightly) to cover daily living costs during your research degree.

• Tuition Coverage: Domestic students automatically receive the RTP Fees Offset, eliminating tuition fees for the standard duration of your program.

• Duration: Funding for up to 3 years (typically for PhD candidates; shorter for research Master’s). CQUniversityNursing AbroadMakeoverarena

Eligibility & Selection:

• Open to both domestic and international students enrolled (or preparing to enroll) in a research higher degree at CQUniversity.

• Applicants must not receive other support covering over 75% of living costs or another Commonwealth tuition offset scholarship.

• Selection is competitive and merit-based, evaluated on:

  • Academic performance and writing ability (0–20 pts)

  • Alignment of research with CQUniversity priorities (0–15 pts)

  • Motivation, experience, and fit with the research environment (0–15 pts) CQUniversityNursing AbroadLeverage Edu

How to Apply:

• There is no direct application process. First, secure a research supervisor at CQUniversity.

• If they recommend you, the School of Graduate Research will extend an invitation to apply. CQUniversityCareerical

• Next Milestone: Supervisor endorsement by 30 November 2025 and final submissions by 30 December 2025 for the 2026 intake.