University of Melbourne Graduate Research Scholarships 2027 provide full fee offset and living allowance for Masters by Research and PhD students. International and domestic applicants receive automatic consideration when they apply for a graduate research degree. Nigerian students can apply for research programs in many fields.
Overview
- Host country: Australia
- Host school: University of Melbourne
- Level of study: Masters by Research and PhD
- Value: Full fee offset plus living stipend
- Nationality: All nationalities
- Funded by: University of Melbourne and Australian Government RTP

Benefits
Successful applicants receive a full fee offset for the duration of the degree. They also get a living allowance of around AUD 39,500 per year. Relocation grants and health cover for international students are included. About 600 awards are made each year. See official details at unimelb.edu.au.
- Full fee offset
- Annual living stipend
- Relocation support
- OSHC for eligible internationals
Who Should Apply
High achieving applicants for research degrees at Melbourne should apply. The scholarship suits students with strong academic records who plan independent research.
Eligibility Requirements
Meet these points for automatic consideration.
- Apply for and meet requirements of a graduate research degree
- Strong academic performance in previous study
- No prior research qualification at the same or higher level in some cases
How to Apply
Apply for your chosen research degree on the Melbourne site. There is no separate scholarship form for most new applicants. Deadlines vary by faculty and course. Check the Australia scholarships page for more options.
If you are not sure which scholarships you qualify for, the Eligibility checker compares your nationality, study level, grades and English score with each scholarship's published rules.
Application Deadline
Deadlines differ by course and intake. Many research programs have rounds with dates in 2026 for 2027 starts. Confirm the exact date on your course page.
Final Thoughts
These scholarships offer solid fully funded support for research study in Australia. Automatic consideration makes the process simpler. Compare with other Australian awards on cma.ng.
Deadlines come up quickly. The Deadline countdown shows how many days you have left for any scholarship.








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