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Southern Cross University RTP Scholarships are fully funded scholarships provided by the Australian Government for both domestic and international graduate students.
This RTP Scholarship covers tuition fees, monthly living stipends to cover day-to-day expenses, and health insurance for international students.
Scholarship Summary
Institution(s): Southern Cross University
Degree level: Master’s, PhD
Scholarship Coverage: Fully Funded
Eligible Nationality: All Countries
Award Country: Australia
Deadline: October 31, 2025
Courses Covered
Research investigating marine ecosystems, health equity, or digital futures
Scholarship Benefits
Full tuition fee offset for the duration of the degree.
Living stipend to cover day-to-day expenses, paid fortnightly and indexed annually.
Health coverage support for international students.
Duration: up to 3 years for a PhD and 2 years for a Master’s by Research.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Southern Cross University RTP Scholarship, you must:
Be admitted into a Higher Degree by Research (HDR) program at Southern Cross University.
Demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and research potential.
Secure support from a qualified academic supervisor at the university.
Meet English language proficiency standards where applicable.
Commit to full-time, on-campus study in Australia.
Both domestic and international students are welcome to apply, but the competition is highly merit-based.
How to Apply for Southern Cross University RTP Scholarship
To apply for the Southern Cross University RTP Scholarship, interested and qualified candidates should;
Click the green button below to visit the HDR Scholarship website of SCU.
Identify a research topic and connect with a potential supervisor at Southern Cross University.
Prepare your supporting documents, including transcripts, CV, research proposal, and proof of English proficiency.
Submit the official RTP application form with all attachments before the deadline.
Await assessment and ranking based on academic merit, research quality, and supervisor endorsement.
Application Deadline: 31 October 2025
Official Link: Higher Degrees Scholarships - Southern Cross University
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