The University of Adelaide offers the RTP Scholarship, a fully funded opportunity for international students to pursue Master’s and PhD degrees in Australia. This scholarship covers tuition fees, living expenses, and additional support, aiming to attract exceptional students from around the globe.

  • 🎓 Fully Funded Opportunity: The University of Adelaide RTP Scholarship covers tuition, living expenses, health insurance, and more for international Master’s and PhD students.
  • 🌏 Open to All Nationalities: Supported by the Australian Government, students from any country can apply.
  • ⏳ Duration: Up to 2 years for Master’s programs and up to 3–4 years for PhD programs.
  • 🏆 Merit-Based Selection: Candidates are chosen based on academic performance and research potential.
  • 🏫 University Highlights: Ranked #89 globally (QS 2025), known for innovative research, diverse disciplines, and esteemed faculty mentorship.
  • 🔬 Research Opportunities: Scholarship supports interdisciplinary research in engineering, health sciences, arts, environmental sciences, and more.
  • 💰 Scholarship Benefits: Annual stipend of AUD 35,300–52,352, full tuition waiver, relocation allowance, and Overseas Student Health Cover if applicable.
  • 🌐 Global Community: Join a diverse student body of 29,000+ from 100 countries and access advanced research facilities.
  • 📝 Eligibility: Must meet academic entry requirements, hold a 4-year bachelor’s degree, meet English proficiency, and not hold Australian, NZ citizenship, or permanent residency.
  • 🖥️ How to Apply: Check eligibility → find a supervisor → apply online → accept offer and enroll. Application deadline: February 2026.
  • 🌟 Career Impact: Graduates become part of a global alumni network with access to top resources and mentorship.

Designation

Fully Funded Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship

CategoryDescription
Scholarship NameUniversity of Adelaide RTP Scholarship
Host UniversityUniversity of Adelaide, Australia
Degree LevelMaster’s and PhD
EligibilityInternational students of all nationalities
Scholarship CoverageFully funded, including tuition fees, stipend, and health insurance
DurationUp to 2 years for Master’s, up to 3-4 years for PhD
Application DeadlineFebruary 2026 (exact date to be confirmed)

Research Areas

The scholarship supports research across various fields, including but not limited to:

  • Engineering
  • Health Sciences
  • Arts
  • Environmental Sciences

Location

University of Adelaide, Australia

Eligibility/Qualification

  1. Applicants must meet the University’s Academic Entry Requirements for a Master’s or Doctorate by research.
  2. Successful completion of a four-year bachelor’s degree.
  3. Must meet the English Proficiency Levels set by the University for international students.
  4. Applicants must not hold Australian citizenship, Australian permanent resident status, or New Zealand citizenship.

Description

The University of Adelaide RTP Scholarship is designed to provide an exceptional academic experience for outstanding international students. Recipients will have access to world-class research facilities and mentorship from renowned scholars. The scholarship includes a living stipend, covers 100% of tuition fees, and includes additional allowances for relocation and health cover if applicable.

How to Apply

  1. Check your eligibility.
  2. Review scholarship eligibility criteria.
  3. Find a supervisor.
  4. Apply online through the University of Adelaide’s official scholarship application portal.
  5. Accept your offer and enroll (for international students).

Last Date for Application

February 2026

For more information and to apply, visit the University of Adelaide scholarships page.