La Trobe University is offering a number of graduate research scholarship packages consisting of a generous stipend, tuition fee scholarship, and allowances to support outstanding graduate researchers applying for a PhD project.
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Summary
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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 $36,000 per annum (2026 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
In selecting successful applicants, we prioritise applications from candidates who:
- will be enrolled full-time and undertaking their research at a La Trobe University campus
- 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
Selection Process
To apply for one of the PhD Project Scholarships, follow these steps:
- Check Your Eligibility: Ensure you meet the entry requirements for the PhD.
- Select a Project: Choose a project from the list of available options.
- Review Project Requirements: Check the eligibility criteria and any additional conditions for the chosen project.
- Contact the Primary Supervisor: Email the primary supervisor for your preferred project to express your interest in applying. Include the following information to help them assess your eligibility:
- A statement outlining your interest in the project and your research goals
- A copy of your academic transcripts
- A copy of your research thesis or any relevant publications
- Your CV
Only eligible applicants will be invited by the primary supervisor to submit a full application for the PhD and scholarship. Please do not submit your application through our online portal without an invitation from the primary supervisor, as your application will not be accepted without their support.
Once invited to apply by the primary supervisor, please follow the instructions on the How to Apply page for the PhD. Remember to include the relevant project code (PRO-25---) in your application.
For Domestic Applicants: Select the 'Graduate Research Applicants' scholarship in your application.
For International Applicants: Choose 'Project-based PhD Scholarship OR La Trobe Industry Research Scholarship' in your application. International applicants must also complete a Research Statement Form for their nominated project (you may nominate only one project) and attach it to your application.
Application Documents
- A statement outlining your interest in the project and your research goals
- A copy of your academic transcripts
- A copy of your research thesis or any relevant publications
- Your CV
Check also:
ANU Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend Scholarship 2026
University of Canberra Research Scholarships 2026
Application Deadline
December 31, 2026How To Apply
For more information, kindly visit the La Trobe University webpage.
