Research Training Program Scholarship (RTP) / Deakin University Postgraduate Research Scholarship (DUPR)

  •  Master, PhD
  •  01-Feb-2026
  •   Australia
  • $$  Stipend of $35,550 per annum (tax exempt, 2025 rate), relocation allowance, tuition fee offset, OSHC (for international students)
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Applications are now open for the 2025 Research Training Program (RTP) and Deakin University Postgraduate Research Scholarships (DUPR). These prestigious scholarships support high-achieving domestic and international students pursuing research degrees at Deakin University.

To be eligible for the RTP or DUPR scholarships at Deakin University, applicants must be domestic or international students enrolled in a Higher Degree by Research (HDR) program. They should have completed at least four years of tertiary education with a strong academic record, particularly in research.

Deakin University is a leading public university in Australia, renowned for its innovative teaching, strong industry connections, and world-class research. Established in 1974, it has campuses in Melbourne, Geelong, and Warrnambool, as well as a robust online learning platform. Deakin is known for its commitment to student support, flexible learning options, and a global outlook, making it a popular choice for both domestic and international students pursuing undergraduate, postgraduate, and research degrees across a wide range of disciplines.
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Deakin University Information

Deakin University Grants

Research Training Program Scholarship (RTP) / Deakin University Postgraduate Research Scholarship (DUPR) Established in 1974, Deakin University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Geelong (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Victoria. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Burwood and Warrnambool. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Department of Education and Training, Australia, Deakin University (Deakin) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: over-45,000 students) coeducational higher education institution. Deakin University (Deakin) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: All nationalities

  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in any subject offered by Deakin University at the graduate research level.

  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:

    • Be enrolled or intending to enroll in a Higher Degree by Research (HDR) at Deakin University.

    • Have completed at least four years of tertiary education.

    • Achieved at least 80% in the research component of their previous studies, or possess equivalent qualifications/experience.

    • Not be receiving an equivalent scholarship from the Commonwealth to offset tuition fees.

    • Not be receiving income greater than 75% of the RTP/DUPRS stipend for general living costs during the course of study.

    • Meet all entry requirements as per Deakin’s HDR Admission, Selection and Enrolment Procedure.

    • Currently enrolled HDR students may apply, but not if they have completed more than three years (PhD) or two years (Masters) of their course.

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Offered Benefits

  • Stipend: $35,550 per annum (2025 rate), tax exempt

  • Relocation Allowance: $500 – $1,500 (based on family size) for students moving from interstate or overseas

  • Tuition Fee Offset: Up to four years for PhD; up to two years for Masters

  • Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC): Provided for international students for the duration of their student visa

Application Process

Applicants must submit their application via the Deakin University HDR application portal by the designated deadlines. For full details and application procedures, refer to the Graduate Research Scholarships 2025 Ranking Guidelines and relevant HDR scholarship procedures.

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