Fully Funded: CQUniversity RTP Stipend Scholarship 2025

CQUniversity Australia has officially opened applications for the Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend Scholarship 2025, offering an excellent opportunity for students pursuing higher research degrees. Funded by the Australian Government, this fully funded research scholarship is designed to support talented domestic and international students by providing financial assistance for living costs while they undertake a research-based postgraduate program.

What is the RTP Stipend Scholarship?

The Research Training Program (RTP) is an initiative by the Australian Government to support students undertaking Doctoral and Research Master’s degrees. The stipend provided helps cover living expenses during the period of full-time research, making it one of the most sought-after PhD scholarships in Australia.

Degree Level

Research-level programs at Central Queensland University.

Available Subjects

The following subjects are available to study under this scholarship program.

• All Subjects

Benefits

Scholarship Value: AUD $36,000 per annum

Duration: Up to 3 years

Number of Scholarships Available: 3

Funding Source: Australian Government (RTP scheme)

Study Type: Higher Degree by Research (HDR)

Eligible Nationalities

Open to applicants of all nationalities.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Be enrolled (or eligible to enroll) in an accredited research higher degree (HDR) at CQUniversity.
• Demonstrate academic excellence and strong research potential.
• Meet English language proficiency requirements.
• Not be receiving another scholarship that provides a higher living allowance.

Selection Criteria

• Academic merit is based on qualifications and previous research output.
• The quality of the proposed research project.
• Relevance of the research to CQUniversity’s areas of strength.
• The supervisor’s endorsement and available research support.