The Australian Government Research Training Program (AGRTP) Scholarship at Flinders University provides international students with an exceptional opportunity to pursue higher-degree research in Australia. This fully funded scholarship covers tuition fees, living expenses, and health insurance, making it a competitive option for prospective researchers.
- Annual stipend of $33,990, tuition fee offset, relocation allowance up to $1,485, and Overseas Health Care coverage.
🌏 Eligibility:
- Open to international students (excluding Australian and New Zealand citizens/PR holders) pursuing full-time higher degree research.
📅 Application Deadline:
- August 18, 2025.
🔍 Key Details:
- Fully funded covering tuition fees, living allowance, and health insurance.
- Competitive with only six scholarships awarded annually.
- Available for Master’s (2 years) and PhD (3-3.5 years) programs.
- Requires separate applications for admission and scholarship.
- Applicants need supervisor agreement and must submit required documents including academic transcripts, research proposal, CV, and referee reports.
📝 Selection Criteria:
- Based on academic merit, research potential, and preference for first-time higher degree researchers.
🔗 Application Process:
- Find a supervisor at Flinders University.
- Prepare required documents including publications, transcripts, research proposal, CV, and referee reports.
- Apply through Flinders University’s StudyLink portal by August 18, 2025.
Designation
Scholarship for Master’s and PhD Research Students
Research Area
The scholarship is available for various research disciplines, including but not limited to:
- Health
- Science
- Engineering
- Humanities
Location
Flinders University, Australia
Eligibility/Qualification
To be eligible for the AGRTP scholarship, applicants must:
- Be citizens of any country other than Australia and New Zealand and not hold Australian Permanent Residency or New Zealand citizenship.
- Intend to commence a full-time higher degree by research in Australia for the first time.
- Enroll in an area of research concentration at Flinders University.
- Meet the English language requirements.
Job Description
The AGRTP scholarship offers a supportive financial package, which includes:
- An annual stipend of $33,990 (2025 rate, indexed annually) to assist with living expenses.
- A tuition fee offset, covering tuition fees for up to four years for PhD candidates.
- A relocation allowance of up to $1,485 for relocation costs and airfares, subject to providing receipts.
- Overseas health coverage.
How to Apply
- Find a Supervisor: Contact an academic staff member at Flinders University who agrees to supervise the proposed research. Proof of this agreement must accompany the application.
- Prepare Required Documents:
- Publications: Up to five relevant publications.
- Academic Transcripts: Certified copies of all higher education transcripts, translated into English.
- Research Proposal: A concise 500-word description of research intentions.
- Referee Reports: Two confidential academic referee reports.
- Curriculum Vitae: Detailing work and research experience, along with a full publication list.
- Application Submission:
- Register for admission to a research degree via Flinders University’s StudyLink portal.
- Activate your account and apply for the scholarship through the Flinders University Student System.
Last Date for Apply
August 18, 2025
This scholarship presents an incredible opportunity for students seeking to advance their academic careers and engage in impactful research in Australia.
