AGRTP International Scholarships are awarded to postgraduate researchers from overseas* with exceptional promise on the basis of academic merit and research potential. Further information regarding the Australian Government's Research Training Program is available on the Department of Education and Training website.
* "Overseas students" under the definition in the Higher Education Support Act 2003
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Summary
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Benefits
- Stipend Full-Time: $35,000 annually (2024 rate), payable in fortnightly instalments to a nominated Australian bank account.
- Tuition Fees: Scholarship candidates are exempt from fees for a period equivalent to three years (six sessions) for PhD/Research Doctorate OR two years (four sessions) for Research Masters at full-time study.
- Operating Funds: Scholarship candidates are allocated an allowance to assist with the reimbursement of costs associated with a candidate’s research.
- Relocation Allowance: Scholarship candidates may be eligible to receive a relocation allowance for the cost of relocating themselves, their spouse, and dependants to a Charles Sturt campus to a maximum of AUD $5,000.
- Health insurance: All International students studying in Australia are required to purchase and maintain Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC). An AGRTP International Scholarship covers the cost of a standard OSHC policy for the candidate for three years full-time equivalent. This scholarship does not cover the cost of OSHC for dependents.
Requirements
- Commencing a Charles Sturt University HDR program or currently enrolled
- Enrolling/enrolled as a full-time candidate who will be studying on a Charles Sturt University campus
AGRTP International Scholarships will not be available to those who:
- Are enrolled concurrently in any other program unless it is essential to the success of the HDR or exceptional circumstances exist and are approved.
- Are receiving another Commonwealth-funded postgraduate research scholarship
Selection Process
Charles Sturt will rank scholarship applicants according to specified criteria. See the Scholarship Application Guide for further details.
Application Deadline
June 19, 2026How To Apply
Prospective Higher Degree by Research candidates can apply for an AGRTP International Scholarship when completing their Charles Sturt course admission application.
Not sure which HDR course to apply for? Review our available courses and our guide to getting started with a research degree.
International candidates currently enrolled in a Charles Sturt HDR course must complete a separate scholarship application.
For more information kindly visit Charles Sturt University scholarship webpage.
