SCHOLARSHIP OVERVIEW
University: Australian National University (ANU)
Scholarship: Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP)
Study Level: Research Master’s / PhD
Eligible Applicants: International Students
Study Country: Australia
Scholarship Type: Fully Funded / Research Scholarship
2027 Stipend: AUD 40,475 per year
Main International Round Deadline: August 31, 2026
About Australian National University
The Australian National University (ANU) is a national research university in Canberra, Australia. Established in 1946 by the Australian Parliament, ANU is internationally recognized for its research and academic programs.
The university offers research opportunities across a wide range of academic disciplines and provides funding opportunities for high-achieving Higher Degree by Research (HDR) students.
Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP)
The Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) provides scholarships to support eligible domestic and international students undertaking Higher Degree by Research (HDR) programs.
At ANU, the RTP supports international students undertaking eligible research Master’s and PhD programs. Scholarships are awarded competitively based on academic merit and research potential.
Eligible Study Levels
- Master by Research / MPhil
- PhD / Research Doctorate
Note: This scholarship is for postgraduate research programs, not undergraduate/bachelor’s study.
Financial Benefits
Successful international RTP recipients may receive significant financial support, including:
- AUD 40,475 per year as the full-time base RTP stipend rate for 2027.
- Tuition fee support through the RTP International Fee Offset Scholarship.
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the student and immediate family.
- Travel and removal allowances for eligible students relocating to Canberra.
- Thesis allowance.
- Paid medical, maternity, and parental leave benefits where applicable.
The RTP stipend is paid fortnightly.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants should meet the requirements for admission to an eligible ANU Higher Degree by Research program.
Key considerations include:
- Applicants may be international students.
- Applicants must be applying for an eligible Higher Degree by Research (HDR) program.
- Selection is competitive and based on academic merit and research potential.
- Applicants generally need a strong academic record equivalent to First Class Honours (H1) or the required equivalent qualification.
- Applicants must satisfy ANU admission and English-language requirements.
- Scholarship offers are subject to confirmation of an appropriate research supervisor, research capacity, and available resources.
Fields of Study
ANU offers research opportunities across a broad range of academic disciplines.
Applicants should identify an eligible research program and develop their proposed research area in accordance with ANU admission requirements.
Documents Required
Applicants should prepare the documents required for their chosen ANU research degree.
Depending on the program, applicants may need documents such as:
- Academic transcripts
- Degree certificates
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Research proposal or research-related information
- Evidence of English-language proficiency
- Referee reports
- Other supporting documents required by the selected program
Applicants should check ANU’s official documentation and English-language requirements before submitting their application.
Application Deadline
For the main Round 1 international scholarship consideration for 2027 commencement, ANU currently lists:
August 31, 2027
How to Apply
There is no separate RTP scholarship application for prospective students.
Applicants should:
- Select an eligible Higher Degree by Research program at ANU.
- Prepare the required admission documents.
- Submit an application for admission to ANU.
- Indicate that they wish to be considered for the relevant ANU scholarships, including the RTP.
- Submit the complete application before the applicable scholarship deadline.
Eligible applicants are automatically considered for the scholarship through the admission process.
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