Applications are now open for the Graduate Research PhD Project Scholarships 2026 at La Trobe University in Australia. This is a fully funded scholarship opportunity for both domestic and international students who want to pursue a PhD degree in different research fields. The scholarship provides a yearly stipend of AUD $36,000, full tuition fee coverage, and additional allowances for relocation and thesis support.
Students from many academic backgrounds can apply for research projects offered by different schools and departments at La Trobe University. The scholarship is open until 31 December 2026, and applications are accepted throughout the year until all positions are filled.
There is no application fee for this scholarship. Applicants must first contact the project supervisor and receive an invitation before submitting the final application.
Key Details:
- Host University: La Trobe University, Australia
- Degree Level: PhD
- Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
- Host Country: Australia
- Financial Coverage: AUD $36,000 annual stipend + full tuition fees + allowances
- Duration: 3.5 years stipend support and up to 4 years tuition fee coverage
- Application Deadline: 31 December 2026
- Eligible Applicants: Domestic and International students
- Nationality Restriction: Open to all nationalities
- Study Mode: Full time
- Application Fee: No application fee
- Available Campuses: Melbourne, Bendigo, Mildura, Shepparton, and Albury Wodonga campuses
What This Scholarship Offers:
- A fully funded PhD scholarship in Australia
- Annual stipend of AUD $36,000 to support living expenses
- Full tuition fee scholarship for the entire doctoral program
- Relocation allowance for eligible students
- Thesis and publication support allowance
- Opportunity to work with experienced researchers and supervisors
- Access to professional development and research training programs
- International research experience at a leading Australian university
Eligibility Criteria:
- Applicants must meet the admission requirements for a PhD at La Trobe University
- Both domestic and international students can apply
- Applicants must contact the primary supervisor of the selected project
- Applicants must receive an invitation from the supervisor before applying
- Applicants should have a strong academic and research background
- Preference is given to students with:
- A Master by Research degree
- An honours research thesis
- Research publications or significant research experience
- International students must meet English language requirements
Programs Available:
- Agriculture
- Biomedicine
- Environment
- Allied Health
- Human Services
- Sport Sciences
- Cancer Medicine
- Computing
- Engineering
- Mathematical Sciences
- Education
- Humanities
- Social Sciences
- Nursing
- Midwifery
- Psychology
- Public Health
- Rural Health
- Artificial Intelligence
- Machine Learning
- Robotics
- Genomics
- Nanotechnology
- Health Equity Research
How to Apply:
- Check the PhD admission eligibility requirements
- Choose a research project that matches your academic background
- Review all project specific requirements carefully
- Contact the primary supervisor of your selected project
- Send the following documents to the supervisor:
- Statement of interest
- Academic transcripts
- Research thesis or publications
- Updated CV or resume
- Wait for an invitation from the supervisor
- Submit the official scholarship and PhD application after receiving approval
Required Documents:
- Academic transcripts
- Degree certificates
- CV or resume
- Research proposal
- Research thesis or publications
- English language proficiency proof
- Passport copy for international students
Important Notes:
- Applications without supervisor approval will not be accepted
- International applicants can nominate only one project
- Scholarships remain open until all positions are filled
- Students can begin their research program at any time after approval