by Macquarie University Australia provides a range of generous scholarships to support exceptional graduate researchers. All scholarships are considered and awarded through a competitive process.
About The Award:
Macquarie University, Australia, offers generous, fully funded graduate research scholarships to outstanding international and domestic students. These scholarships are highly competitive and support students pursuing Master of Research (MRes), Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), and pathway research degrees.
Macquarie University Graduate Research Scholarships Eligibility And Requirements
Which Fields are Eligible?
All research disciplines supported by Macquarie University are eligible, including but not limited to:
- Engineering & IT
- Science & Medicine
- Humanities & Social Sciences
- Business & Economics
- Law
- Education
Type:
- Graduate Diploma of Research (GradDipRes)
- Master of Research (MRes)
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Courses
- Bundle offers of Master of Research and PhD (MRes + PhD)
Who Can Apply?
Open to both domestic and international students
Applicants must:
- Meet the entry criteria for the graduate research course
- Demonstrate strong academic merit and research potential
- Align their research with Macquarie University’s research strengths
How are Applicants Selected?
Selection is based on academic excellence, research experience, alignment with university priorities, and the strength of the proposed supervisory team.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
All countries
Where Will the Award Be Taken?
Macquarie University, Sydney, Australia
How Many Awards?
Not specified — multiple scholarships available per round
What is the Benefit of the Award?
Full scholarship may include:
- Tuition fee offset
- Stipend of AUD $38,500 per annum (2025 rate, indexed annually)
- Top-up funding
- One-off fixed payments
- Visa application support
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
How Long Will the Award Last?
- Up to 3 years for PhD programs
- Varies for MRes or Graduate Diploma of Research (typically 1–2 years)
How to Apply Macquarie University Graduate Research Scholarships:
New applicants must:
- Apply through Macquarie’s Online Application System
- Submit two academic referee reports
- Quote the correct scholarship reference number
Current or recently admitted students must:
- Download guidelines for scholarship-only applications
- Submit online application with supporting documents
- Quote scholarship reference number
Visit the Award Webpage for More Details.
When is the Scholarship Application Deadline:
- October 31, 2025
