Study in Australia with exciting news: the Monash Research Training Program is now open! This article provides a detailed overview of the stipend, benefits, and step-by-step application instructions for the program.
The Monash Research Training Program 2025–2026 offers a fully funded scholarship for international students pursuing master’s and PhD degrees. It covers full tuition fees, provides an annual living allowance of up to $33,000, and includes a relocation allowance of $1,500.
The Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarships, funded by the Australian Government, support both domestic and international students enrolled in Research Doctorate and Research Master’s degrees. Monash scholarships are highly competitive and awarded based on academic performance, research achievements, and prior research experience.
Monash University, located in Melbourne, Australia, is a public research institution named after World War I General Sir John Monash. Established in 1958, it is Victoria’s second oldest university. Monash has multiple campuses in Victoria (Clayton, Caulfield, Peninsula, and Parkville), one in Malaysia, and research/teaching centers in Prato (Italy), Mumbai (India), and Suzhou (China). The university also offers courses in South Africa.
Scholarship Overview
- Level of Study: Masters / PhD
- Institution: Monash University
- Location: Australia
- Courses Available: Arts, Biomedical Science, Design Education, Educational and Developmental Psychology, Philosophy, Engineering Science, Fine Art, Reproductive Sciences, Surgery, and more
- Program Duration: Varies by course
Monash Research Training Program Deadlines
- International Round 1: Opens Sept 1, closes March 31
- Domestic Round 2: Opens Nov 1, closes May 31
- International Round 3: Opens April 1, closes Aug 31
- Domestic Round 4: Opens June 1, closes Oct 31
Scholarship Benefits
- Full tuition fee coverage
- Annual living allowance: $33,000
- Relocation allowance: $1,500
Eligibility Requirements
Candidates must meet specific criteria to qualify for the Monash Research Training Program scholarships.
Language Requirement: Proficiency in English is mandatory, and applicants must satisfy Monash University’s English language standards.
Eligible Applicants: Individuals from any country worldwide, including international students, New Zealand citizens, Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents, and holders of Australian humanitarian visas.
Academic Qualifications:
- A bachelor’s degree spanning at least four years of full-time study in a relevant discipline, typically including a research component in the final year, with a standard equivalent to honors 1 or 2A.
- Alternatively, completion of a course recognized by the relevant department or faculty as equivalent to honors 1 or 2A in a related field.
- A master’s degree involving substantial research work (about 25% of a full-time year), including a thesis, generally with a grade of honors 2A or its equivalent based on examiners’ evaluations.
- Other qualifications considered equivalent as determined by the Graduate Research Committee (GRC).
Selection Criteria: Scholarships are granted based on academic achievement, research outputs, and prior research experience.
Restriction: Applicants must not have previously held an Australian Government or Monash-funded Postgraduate Research Award for longer than six months.
How to Apply for the Monash Research Training Program?
To apply for the Monash Research Training Program, please follow these steps:
- Obtain an invitation to apply by submitting an expression of interest and/or securing agreement from a supervisor willing to oversee your research. Requirements may vary depending on the faculty or institute.
- Register for Graduate Research Admission and Scholarship [
click here]. - Refer to the detailed guidance for completing all sections of the online application .
- On the application form, indicate your interest in scholarship consideration—there is no separate scholarship application.
- You do not need to name a specific scholarship, as eligible applicants are automatically considered for all relevant graduate research scholarships.
Paraphrased Required Documents for Monash Research Training Program Application:
- Academic curriculum vitae (CV).
- Official academic transcripts and degree certificate from the awarding institution, including a description of the grading system.
- Proof of citizenship.
- Evidence of meeting English language proficiency requirements.
- Invitation to Apply (if applicable).
- Research proposal.
Application Process and Additional Information:
To apply for the Monash Research Training Program, you must first submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) or find a supervisor willing to oversee your research. After receiving an invitation to apply, you need to register for Graduate Research Admission on Monash University’s official website and submit your application. When you apply, you are automatically considered for all graduate research scholarships provided by Monash.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree requiring at least four years of full-time study, including a research component resulting in an honors level of 1 or 2A, or
- Hold a Master’s degree with a significant research component (at least 25% of one full-time equivalent year).
- Demonstrate an outstanding academic record, including prior research outputs and experience.
- Meet Monash’s English language proficiency requirements.
For full details and to apply, please visit the official Monash Research Training Program website.