La Trobe University Baker Institute Scholarship 2027

The La Trobe University is offering two PhD scholarships through its Baker Department of Cardiovascular Research, Translation and Implementation for candidates interested in advancing research into cardiovascular disease, diabetes and public health. The programme focuses on translating scientific discoveries into better healthcare, prevention strategies and public policy.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineJanuary 8, 2027
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorLa Trobe University
• City to studyVictoria
• School to studyLa Trobe University
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• A Research Training Program (RTP) or La Trobe Graduate Research Scholarship (LTGRS) stipend for up to three and a half (3.5) years,with a value of $36,800 per annum (2027 rate)
• A Research Training Program (RTP) Fees Offset scholarship or La Trobe Full Fee Research scholarship (LTUFFRS) for up to four years for a doctoral degree
• Relocation allowance and thesis/publication allowance
• Opportunities to work with La Trobe’s outstanding researchers, and have access to our suit of professional development programs

Requirements

To be eligible to apply for this scholarship, applicants must:

• meet the entrance requirements for the PhD

In selecting successful applicants, we prioritise applications from candidates who:

• will be enrolled full-time and undertaking their research at the Baker Institute or La Trobe University
• have completed a Masters by Research or other significant body of research, such as an honours research thesis or lead authorship of a peer-reviewed publication, assessed at a La Trobe Masters by research standard of 75 or above

Check also:
ANU Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend Scholarship 2026
University of Canberra Research Scholarships 2026

Application Deadline

How To Apply

Expressions of interest close 8 January 2027.

1. Check that you meet the entry requirements for the PhD
2. Discuss a research project with a department supervisor
3. Obtain approval from the supervisor to submit an expression of interest
4. Complete the PhD proposal form and submit with CV and academic transcript to: [email protected] by 11.59pm on 8 January 2027

Top applicants will be invited to submit a full application for entry into the PhD and for a supporting scholarship. 

For more indformation, kindly visit the La Trobe webpage.