Victoria University Australia Scholarship 2027 | Fully Funded Research Opportunity – Victoria University in Melbourne, Australia is pleased to welcome applications for its 2027 Round 1 International Research Scholarships for international students.

Victoria University Australia Scholarship 2027 | Fully Funded Research Opportunity
The Victoria University International Research Scholarships provide full funding for eligible Master’s and Doctoral students, covering tuition fees, health insurance, and a living stipend of up to $35,707 per year.
Eligibility
To be considered for the Victoria University RTP Scholarship, you must:
- Be a citizen of a country other than Australia or New Zealand.
- meet the University’s academic entrance requirements for enrolment into a research degree
- meet the University’s English-language proficiency requirements for enrolment in a research degree
Applicants for a RTP Stipend Scholarship – International must also:
- Have a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) or an Honours year grade of H1, equivalent to a VU standard of 85% or higher, in their most recent eligible qualification.
- Be commencing a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) research degree.
- nominate a research-focus outline as part of your application
- enrol as a full-time student.
Priority will be given to applicants who:
- Applicants must not already hold a PhD or equivalent qualification if they are applying to undertake another doctoral degree.
- Applicants must not have previously been awarded an IPRS, VUIPRS, or OPRS, except where the previous scholarship was for a Master of Research and the applicant is now applying for PhD studies.
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Importance
Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship
- An RTP Fee Offset Scholarship that covers the recipient’s tuition fees.
- A living allowance of $35,707 per year (2026 rate).
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for single coverage.
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- Annual stipend: $40,707 per year (2026 rate).
- Tuition fees: Covered through the Research Training Program (RTP).
- Overseas Student Health Cover: Single cover.
Project-Based Scholarships
At a minimum, each project-based scholarship provides:
- An annual living stipend.
- A Fee Offset Scholarship that exempts the recipient from paying tuition fees.
Other Details
Application Deadline: September 13, 2026
Application Type:Postgraduate
Country: Australia
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