Victoria University International Research Scholarships 2027 (Deadline: 19 September 2026)

Applications for the Victoria University International Research Scholarships 2027 in Australia will open on 27 July 2026. These scholarships are designed to support outstanding international students pursuing postgraduate research degrees at Victoria University.

The scholarships provide financial assistance to highly qualified students with strong academic records and research potential. Selection is based on academic excellence and the quality of the proposed research.

Scholarship Details

  • Host Country: Australia
  • University: Victoria University
  • Study Level: Postgraduate Research (Master’s and PhD)
  • Sponsor: Victoria University
  • Eligible Applicants: International Students
  • Application Deadline: 19 September 2026

Scholarship Benefits

Successful applicants may receive one of the following scholarship packages:

RTP Stipend Scholarship – International

  • Full tuition fee waiver
  • Annual living allowance of AUD $35,707
  • Overseas Student Health Cover (single cover)

Tony Kruger Education for Social Justice Doctoral Research Scholarship

  • Annual stipend of AUD $40,707
  • Full tuition fee coverage
  • Overseas Student Health Cover

China Scholarship Council (CSC) – Victoria University Scholarship

Victoria University provides:

  • Full tuition fee waiver
  • Additional living allowance support

The China Scholarship Council provides:

  • Living allowance
  • Return airfare
  • Visa application fee coverage

Project-Based Scholarships

  • Annual stipend
  • Full tuition fee waiver

Please note that these scholarships do not cover:

  • English language testing fees
  • Bridging or English preparation programs
  • International travel expenses

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

  • Be a citizen of a country other than Australia or New Zealand
  • Meet Victoria University's admission requirements for a research degree

For RTP Stipend Scholarships, applicants must additionally:

  • Achieve an average grade equivalent to H1 (above 85%)
  • Meet English language proficiency requirements
  • Apply for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program
  • Submit a research proposal or research focus outline
  • Enroll as a full-time student

Priority may be given to applicants who have not previously completed a PhD or received similar postgraduate research scholarships.

Selection Process

The scholarship competition is highly competitive. Applicants typically require an academic score equivalent to 80–85 on the Victoria University grading scale to be considered for a PhD stipend scholarship.

Successful candidates are usually notified within two months after the application deadline.

Application Deadline

19 September 2026

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications through the official Victoria University scholarship portal once applications open on 27 July 2026.

Apply early and ensure all academic documents, research proposals, and language proficiency requirements are completed before the deadline.

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