Applications for the Melbourne Research Scholarships (MRS) 2027 are now available. It is a fully funded chance for international students wanting to do Masters and doctoral research at the University of Melbourne. Around 600 scholarships are up for grabs giving strong financial help like a living allowance worth $39,500 each year, full fee coverage, Overseas Student Health Cover, OSHC Single Membership, a moving grant and more. Applicants who apply are picked based on their previous academic achievements and research skills making sure the best candidates help science grow and the university’s esteemed legacy.
Key Points:
- Fully Funded – Covers all costs with living allowance fee offset and more.
- 350 Scholarships – For Masters and PhD research programs.
- Money Support – $37000 yearly health insurance relocation help.
- Selection Rules – Based on grades and research talent.
- Top University – Ranked 1st in Australia and 31st worldwide.
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Melbourne Research Scholarships Overview
| Study In | Australia |
| Available For | Internationals |
| Degree Level | Master’s, PhD |
| Scholarship type | Fully Funded |
| Deadline | Open Now |
Scholarship Benefits
Stipend and Fee Offset Scholarships
- Fee Offset:
- Provides a full fee offset.
- Duration:
- Masters by Research: Up to 2 years.
- Doctoral: Up to 4 years.
- Living Allowance:
- Offers a living allowance of $39,500 per year (pro rata for the 2026 full-time study rate).
- Duration:
- Masters by Research: Up to 2 years.
- Doctoral: Up to 3.5 years.
- Additional features include:
- Annual Indexation: The allowance may be adjusted annually.
- Leave Provisions: Includes limited paid sick, maternity, and parenting leave.
Relocation Grant
- For Students Moving from Different Regions:
- Within Australia (from States/Territories other than Victoria): Receives a grant of $2000.
- International Relocation (from outside Australia): Receives a grant of $3000.
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
- Eligibility:
- Provided as a Single Membership.
- Mandatory for international students who require a student visa to study in Australia.
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Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for this scholarship, you must meet one of the following conditions:
- Application Route:
- You have applied for a graduate research degree at the University of Melbourne and satisfy the program’s specific requirements.
- Current Enrollment:
- You are already enrolled in a graduate research degree at the University of Melbourne.
Selection Criteria
For Domestic Students:
- Automatic Fee Offset: All domestic students admitted to either a Masters by Research or a doctoral (PhD) program at the University of Melbourne are awarded a Research Training Program Scholarship (Fee Offset).
For Domestic and International Students (Stipend + Fee Offset Scholarships):
- Academic Merit Based:
- Evaluation Metric: Eligible applicants are ranked based on the academic success of their most recent degree and their proven research potential.
- Consideration Factors:
- Relevant professional experience that complements academic achievements.
- Obtaining a degree at the same academic level as the intended research course.
- Creative and original contributions, such as the composition of original music.
- Specialist qualifications in fields including, but not limited to, medical disciplines.
- Contributions to scholarly work, such as refereed publications.
Available Study Courses
- Melbourne School of Health Sciences
- Melbourne Graduate School of Education
- Melbourne Conservatorium of Music
- Faculty of Science
- Office for Environmental Programs
- Melbourne Law School
- Melbourne School of Population and Global Health
- Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences
- Melbourne Medical School
- Online Graduate Courses
- Victorian College of the Arts
- Melbourne Business School
- Faculty of Veterinary and Agricultural Sciences
- School of Melbourne Custom Programs
- Melbourne School of Design
- School of Biomedical Sciences
- Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences
- Melbourne Dental School
- Melbourne School of Engineering
How to Apply for the Melbourne Research Scholarships 2027
New Students
- Apply for your graduate research course before the closing date.
- You are automatically considered for the scholarship.
- You will receive a notification within ten business days.
Currently Enrolled Students
- If you are already enrolled and seeking a scholarship, submit the online form.
- A notification will confirm your application within ten business days.
Accepted Offers with Deferred Commencement
- After accepting your offer and deferring your start, complete the online scholarship form.
- You will receive confirmation within ten business days.
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