The University of Melbourne John Landman PhD Scholarship 2026

The John Landman PhD Scholarship is awarded to high-achieving graduate researchers who are enrolling in a Doctor of Philosophy undertaking research relevant to eye health. Preference is given to graduate researchers who are experiencing financial difficulties.

Table of Content

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

Summary

• Application DeadlineAugust 2, 2026
• ValueUp to $144,000
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorUniversity of Melbourne
• City to studyVictoria
• School to studyUniversity of Melbourne
• Course to studyHealth
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• This scholarship provides a fortnightly stipend of $39,500 per year (2026 full-time student rate) for up to 3.5 years. The stipend may be indexed annually and includes limited paid sick, parenting and partner leave.

Requirements

To be considered for this scholarship, you must:

• Have an offer, or be enrolled in, the Doctor of Philosophy - Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences in the year for which the scholarship is awarded
• Be undertaking research in a field of study related to eye health
• Not hold a Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship (Stipend) or a Melbourne Research Scholarship (Stipend).

Selection Process

• The scholarship is offered to the eligible student(s) ranked highest by the selection panel based on their application and, if applicable, financial assessment score.
• Preference will be given to candidates with the highest financial assessment score if ranked third or higher.

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

Application Deadline

How To Apply

• Applications are made via the Online Application Portal.

• You must submit a University Financial Assessment form and a separate faculty application.