On 31 December 2016, the International Postgraduate Research Scholarship (IPRS) ceased and was then replaced by the Research Training Program (RTP) from 1 January 2017.
The RTP gives block grants, on a calendar annually basis, to higher education providers (HEPs) to support both domestic and international students undertaking Research Doctorate and Research Masters degrees, known as higher degrees by research (HDRs).
Application Deadline: Varies Among various universities (usually May-October)
Offered yearly? Yes
Australian Government Research Training Programme (RTP) Scholarships 2019/2020 for International Students
On 31 December 2016, the International Postgraduate Research Scholarship (IPRS) ceased and was replaced by the Research Training Program (RTP) from 1 January 2017.
The RTP provides block grants, on a calendar year basis, to higher education providers (HEPs) to support both domestic and overseas students undertaking Research Doctorate and Research Masters degrees, known as higher degrees by research (HDRs).
The RTP provides block grants, on a calendar year basis, to higher education providers (HEPs) to support both domestic and overseas students undertaking Research Doctorate and Research Masters degrees, known as higher degrees by research (HDRs).
Application Deadline: Varies in various universities (usually May-October)
Offered yearly? Yes
Eligible Countries: Australia and International countries
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 are made directly to participating universities. Various university has its own mode of application and selection process, contact your university of choice directly to discuss how to apply for the RTP scheme.
Information on commencing a postgraduate research degree and university courses are seen at the Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching website. General information about the support arrangements for students can be gotten from the Study Assist website. Frequently asked questions for students are also available to answer student queries.
Eligibility:
RTP scholarships are open to domestic and international students enrolled in an accredited HDR course at an Australian HEP.
Other eligibilities are 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
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 are 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
Award Provider: Australian Government Department of Education and Training.