University of Melbourne Graduate Research Scholarship Documents Required 2026
Required Documents Checklist
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Official Academic Transcripts (from all previous degrees)
- English Language Proficiency Certificate (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL, PTE Academic, Cambridge English Advanced), if applicable
- Research Proposal (as part of the graduate research degree application)
- Evidence of relevant professional experience or publications (if applicable)
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FAQs for University of Melbourne Graduate Research Scholarship
Q.Is a separate application required for the University of Melbourne Graduate Research Scholarship?
No, generally a separate scholarship application is not required for new applicants. By applying for a graduate research degree at the University of Melbourne by the specified deadline, you will be automatically considered for the Graduate Research Scholarships. However, current or deferred students need to submit a separate online application form.
Q.What does the scholarship cover?
The scholarship is comprehensive, covering full tuition fees, providing a living allowance (stipend), a relocation grant for eligible students, and Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for international students.
Q.Are international students eligible for this scholarship?
Yes, the University of Melbourne Graduate Research Scholarship is open to both domestic and international students from all countries.
Q.What are the academic requirements to be considered for the scholarship?
Applicants typically need to have completed at least a four-year Australian Bachelor's degree (or its international equivalent) with an academic record of over 75% marks. For PhD applicants, a Master's degree (or equivalent) with at least 75% grades is usually required, along with demonstrated research potential.