Applications are now open for the Melbourne Graduate Research Scholarship 2027 in Australia.
The scholarship is offered by the University of Melbourne, one of the top-ranked universities in Australia and the world.
This scholarship supports students applying for a Master’s by Research or PhD by Research degree.
Around 600 scholarships are awarded each year to domestic and international students.
There is no application fee, and eligible students are automatically considered for the scholarship after applying for admission.
Scholarship Details
📍 Host Country: Australia
🏫 University: University of Melbourne
🎓 Degree Level: Master’s by Research & PhD by Research
💰 Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
🌍 Eligible Applicants: Domestic & International Students
🎯 Number of Scholarships: Around 600
⏳ Deadline: 31 October 2026
Scholarship Benefits
Selected students will receive:
🎓 Full tuition fee coverage
💵 Living allowance
✈️ Relocation allowance for students moving from outside Australia
🏥 Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
🌍 Be domestic or international students
📚 Apply for a graduate research degree at the University of Melbourne
🎓 Meet admission and program requirements
📖 Hold a four-year bachelor’s degree or international equivalent
🔬 Complete a research project worth at least 25% of final-year study
💬 Meet the English language requirements for the course
Important Information
✅ No separate scholarship application is required for new applicants
✅ Eligible students are automatically considered after applying for admission
✅ Current graduate research students at Melbourne can also apply
Find a Supervisor
Some research programs may require students to contact a supervisor before applying.
Applicants should:
👨🏫 Check course requirements carefully
📧 Contact potential supervisors if required
📖 Review the university admission process in detail
How to Apply
Follow these steps:
🖥️ Choose a Graduate Research course at the University of Melbourne
📋 Check program requirements and eligibility
📂 Prepare all required documents
📝 Apply online for admission
📧 Wait for the admission outcome from the university
🎯 Eligible applicants will automatically be considered for the scholarship
Apply Now
Interested students should apply for admission before 31 October 2026 to be considered for the Melbourne Graduate Research Scholarship.
