Monash University in Australia is looking for outstanding research-focused students to apply for its prestigious 2025 Maxwell King PhD Scholarship (MKS). This scholarship is named after Professor Maxwell King who was the former Pro Vice-Chancellor for Research and Research Training. It is a fully funded award that shows Monash’s dedication to supporting top-level graduate research worldwide. The MKS is perfect for students in both STEM and Humanities fields. It provides full financial support including tuition fees, a living allowance and health insurance. The scholarship also offers academic guidance and international opportunities to help students focus on their research without financial worries.
Key Points
- Scholarship Year: 2025
- Funding Coverage: Full tuition stipend and health insurance
- Fields of Study: Humanities and STEM
- Eligibility: Open to global PhD applicants with strong academic records
- Legacy: Honors Professor Maxwell King’s work in research training
- Goal: To attract and support the best doctoral researchers from around the world
- Level: PhD only
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2025 Maxwell King PhD Scholarship Summary
| Study In | Australia |
| Available For | Internationals |
| Scholarship Type | Fully Funded |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 October 2025 |
Maxwell king Scholarship Benefits
- Full Financial Support Covers housing meals and daily living costs
- Research Allowance AUD $1500 per year for materials fieldwork and academic tools
- Relocation Grant AUD $2000 for international students moving to Australia
- Living Stipend AUD $50291 per year (about USD $33800) to support living expenses
- Long-Term Funding Continuous financial help throughout the entire PhD program
Eligibility Criteria
- Applying for PhD at Monash – You must be applying or planning to apply for a PhD at Monash University
- No Prior Monash PhD Scholarship – You cannot have received a Monash PhD scholarship before
- English Language Scores
- Arts/Business/Economics: IELTS 7.0 (minimum 6.5 in each section) or equivalent TOEFL
- Other Programs: IELTS 6.5 (minimum 6.0 in each section) or equivalent TOEFL
- Supervisor Invitation Needed – Many faculties require you to contact a potential supervisor and get an invitation before applying
- Strong Academic Background – You should have (or soon complete) a bachelor’s or master’s degree with research experience equal to an honours degree
- Open to All – International students, Australian/New Zealand citizens, permanent residents and humanitarian visa holders can apply
- Selection Based on Merit – Your grades research experience and potential publications will be considered
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Selection Criteria
Monash University awards this scholarship only to top candidates who show:
- Strong academic results in all previous studies.
- Background in research projects internships or academic work.
- Publications or Research: Work Evidence like published papers theses or other academic contributions.
This scholarship is for high-achieving students with strong research potential not average applicants.
How to Apply? Maxwell King PhD Scholarship 2025
- Apply for PhD and scholarship together in one application
- Submit during your initial PhD application (if not already enrolled)
- No need to mention scholarship – automatic consideration
- Already enrolled PhD students must apply separately for funding
- International students need valid student visa
- Check faculty deadlines for submission
- Prepare research proposal and academic references
- Monitor application status online