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RMIT has two stipend scholarships available. The RTP Stipend Scholarship (RSS) and the RMIT Research Stipend Scholarship (RRSS). RSS scholarships are funded by the Australian government, and RRSS scholarships are funded by RMIT University.
When you apply for a research scholarship through one of the university’s rounds, you will automatically be considered for all the scholarships for which you are eligible.
Scholarship Summary
Institution(s): RMIT University
Degree level: Master’s and PhDs
Scholarship Coverage: Fully Funded
Eligible Nationality: All Countries
Award Country: Australia
Deadline: 30th September 2025
Courses Covered
PhDs and Master’s by Research
Scholarship Benefits
In 2025, the RSS and RRSS provided the following benefits to recipients:
a stipend of $35,886 per annum pro rata (full-time study). This amount is subject to indexation annually
international candidates in receipt of this scholarship are also awarded an RTP International Tuition Fee Offset Scholarship (RIFOS) or an RMIT Research International Tuition Fee Scholarship (RRITFS)
a relocation allowance for the cost of relocating in order to take up their postgraduate research program. The amount is up to $515 per adult and $255 per child, to a maximum of $1,540
paid sick, maternity, and parenting leave (within the limits of the Scholarship Terms and Conditions).
The standard duration of a research doctoral scholarship is three and a half years full-time.
The duration of a research Master’s scholarship is two years full-time, with no additional extension available.
Eligibility Criteria
Priority is given to applicants who:
Have a high academic achievement in previous studies.
have demonstrated research experience through publications, presentations, or other relevant activities.
meet RMIT’s English language requirements.
have to be enrolled or aiming to enroll in a full-time research program at the Australian campus of RMIT.
have not already completed a graduate research program at the same or higher course level.
How to Apply for the RMIT Research Stipend Scholarship
Choose your program
Check your eligibility
Identify your research project
Explore costs and scholarships
Prepare your application
Apply
Application Deadline: 30th September, 2025
Official Link: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/careers-opportunities/scholarships/research/research-stipend
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