22 Jun 2019

Australian Government Research Training Programme (RTP) Scholarships 2019/2020 for International Students

Application Deadline: Varying by universities (usually May-October)

Offered annually? Yes

Eligible Countries: Australia and International

To be taken at (country): Australia

About the Award: The Research Training Program (RTP) scheme is administered by individual universities on behalf of the Department of Education and Training. Applications for RTP Scholarships need to be made directly to participating universities. Each university has its own application and selection process, please contact your chosen university directly to discuss how to apply for the RTP scheme.
Information on commencing a postgraduate research degree and university courses can be found on the Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching website. General information about the support arrangements for students may be obtained from the Study Assist website. Frequently asked questions for students are also available to answer student queries.
The objectives of the RTP scheme are to:
  • provide flexible funding arrangements to support the training of domestic students and overseas students undertaking HDRs at Australian HEPs
  • deliver graduates with the skills required to build careers in academia and other sectors of the labour market
  • support collaboration between HEPs and industry and other research end-users
  • support overseas students undertaking HDR studies at Australian HEPs.
Type: Masters (by research), PhD (research)

Eligibility:
  • RTP scholarships are available to domestic and overseas students enrolled in an accredited HDR course at an Australian HEP.
  • Other eligibilities to be decided by participating universities
Number of Awards: Not specified

Value of Award: Students can be offered RTP scholarships for one or more of the following:
  • tuition fees offset
  • stipend for general living costs
  • allowances related to the ancillary cost of research degrees.
Duration of Award: Two (2) years for a research masters degree and Three (3) years for a research doctorate degree.

How to Apply: Applications for an RTP need to be made directly to participating universities. The department does not provide an application form. Contact details for participating universities and general information about courses offered in Australia may be obtained HERE

Visit Award Webpage for details

Award Provider: Australian Government Department of Education and Training.

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