Deakin University Australia Fully Funded RTP Scholarship 2025. Applications are Now Open! The Australian Government funds the RTP scholarships, whilst Deakin University Australia funds the DUPR scholarships. Whether you’re from here or overseas, you can win one of these honors. Just so you know, only the best candidates will secure an RTP place.
Benefits and Duration
- Stipend and Allowances Value:
- Stipend: $34,400 per annum, tax-exempt (2024 rate)
- Relocation Allowance: $500 to $1,500 (for single to family) for students moving from interstate or overseas to study at Deakin University Australia
- International Students: Single Overseas Student Health Cover policy for the duration of the student visa
- Doctoral Degree Duration:
- Stipend: 3 years
- Tuition Fees Offset: 4 years
- Research Master Degree Duration:
- Stipend: 2 years
- Tuition Fees Offset: 2 years
Eligibility Criteria
- General Eligibility: Domestic or international students enrolled in an HDR course at Deakin University
- RTP Fees Offset Eligibility: Must not be receiving an equivalent award or scholarship from the Commonwealth designed to offset HDR fees
- RTP or DUPRS Stipend Eligibility:
- Must not receive income from another source that exceeds 75% of the stipend rate, unless it is unrelated to the course of study or not for general living expenses
For detailed admission requirements, consult the research degree entry pathways page at Deakin University.
Terms and Conditions
- Specific terms and conditions for each scholarship are outlined in the Further Information section below.
- For comprehensive details, refer to the Higher Degrees by Research (HDR) Scholarships Procedure.
Selection Process
- Competitive Selection:
- Detailed in the ranking guidelines provided
- Recipients must be full-time on-campus students
- Applicant Requirements:
- Completion of at least four years of tertiary education studies
- Achievement of 80% grade or equivalent in the research component of prior studies, or an equivalent level of academic attainment based on previous study, relevant work experience, research publications, and other research involvement
- Meeting all other minimum entry requirements as specified in the Higher Degrees by Research (HDR) Admission, Selection, and Enrolment Procedure. Further information is available on the research degree entry pathways page.
- Currently Enrolled HDR Students:
- Eligible to apply for an RTP or DUPRS Stipend
- Evaluated by the Faculty/Institute
- Applications not accepted from students who have completed more than 3 years of their doctoral course or 2 years of their master’s course (or part-time equivalent)
For specifics regarding the RTP Fees Offset selection process and scholarship offer procedures, refer to the Higher Degrees by Research (HDR) Scholarships Procedure.
When to Apply
Figuring out when to apply for your studies and any scholarships can be a bit different depending on which faculty or institute you’re interested in. Before you dive in, you might have to fill out an expression of interest form or get a thumbs up from a supervisor.
- Artsy and Educational Faculty: You can throw in your application anytime.
- Business and Law Crew: Got an eye on trimester 1 (February 2025)? Your expression of interest needs to be in by October 16.
- Science, Tech, and Building Stuff Faculty: They’re open for business all year.
- Health Folks: Same deal, open for applications all year.
- Frontier Materials Institute: Always ready for new faces, all year round.
- Applied AI Squad: They’re on standby, year-round.
- Institute for Intelligent Systems Research and Innovation: Yep, they’re always open for new talent too.
Preparation of Your Application Process
The preparation process for your Higher Degree by Research (HDR) application entails a series of steps, which vary depending on the faculty or institute with which you intend to pursue your studies.
Submission of an Expression of Interest
Should you have an interest in seeking admission for a research degree or a PhD in specific areas, it is recommended to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI). Upon review, the faculty or institute will guide whether a formal application should be lodged through the application portal.
Faculty of Arts and Education – [EOI form (DOCX, 70.1KB)] Faculty of Business and Law – [Information on the application process] Faculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment – [Form for online expression of interest]
Obtaining Approval from a Supervisor
Before initiating an application for a research degree or a PhD in designated areas, it is essential to identify a potential supervisor and secure their endorsement before proceeding with the formal application submission through the application portal.
Faculty of Health – [Locate a Research Supervisor (Health)] The Institute of Frontier Materials – [Enrol with us (IFM)] Research for Educational Impact – [Locate a Research Supervisor (REDI)]
