Fully Funded Deakin University RTP & DUPR Scholarships in Australia 2026/2027 (₦40M+ Stipend)
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Summary:
The Deakin University RTP & DUPR Scholarships 2026/2027 offer fully funded opportunities for international and domestic students to pursue a PhD or Research Master’s in Australia. The scholarship provides a tax-free stipend of AUD $37,450 per year, full tuition coverage, relocation allowance, and health insurance for international students. Selection is highly competitive and based on academic excellence and research experience. Applicants must have completed at least four years of tertiary study with strong research performance. Deadlines vary by intake, with the key international round closing on 23 August 2026.
Scholarship Name
Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship / Deakin University Postgraduate Research Scholarship (DUPR)
Host / University / Organization
Deakin University
Funded by: Australian Government (RTP) & Deakin University (DUPR)
Level of Study
Postgraduate Research
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PhD
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Research Master’s
Value / Benefits
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Stipend: AUD $37,450 per year (tax-free)
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Full tuition fee offset
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Relocation allowance: AUD $500 – $1,500
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Overseas Student Health Cover (international students)
Duration
PhD:
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Stipend: 3 years
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Tuition: 4 years
Research Master’s:
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Stipend: 2 years
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Tuition: 2 years
Eligibility Criteria
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Open to domestic & international students
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Must be enrolled in a graduate research degree at Deakin
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Must have:
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At least 4 years of tertiary education
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80%+ in research component of previous study (or equivalent)
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Must not:
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Hold an equivalent fee scholarship
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Earn income above 75% of the stipend for living costs
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Selection Criteria
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Highly competitive & merit-based ranking
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Academic performance
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Research experience & publications
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Relevant work experience
Application Deadline
2026 / 2027 Rounds
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Domestic (July 2026 intake):
20 Jan 2026 – 13 Mar 2026 -
International (Feb 2027 intake):
6 Jul 2026 – 23 Aug 2026 -
Domestic (Feb 2027 intake):
6 Jul 2026 – 25 Oct 2026
How to Apply
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Apply for a Higher Degree by Research (HDR) at Deakin
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Submit scholarship application before the round deadline
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Ensure all academic & research documents are included
Additional Notes / Requirements
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Only top-ranked applicants receive RTP
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Stipend recipients must study full-time on campus
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Current research students can apply (within time limits)
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