UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG (UOW) / AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Australian Government Research Training Program (AGRTP) Stipend Scholarship at the University of Wollongong
living only · masters, phd
- ~AUD 35,522 / yrAnnual stipend (2026 rate, indexed)
- 3.5 yearsMaximum duration for PhD candidates
- 2 yearsMaximum duration for MPhil candidates
- Top 1%UOW global university standing
- PhD / MPhilEligible research degrees
- All fieldsOpen across research disciplines
At a glance
living only
Funding
€21k
Max amount
May 23, 2027
Deadline
Australia
Country
University of Wollongong (UOW) / Australian Government Department of Education
Provider
The Australian Government Research Training Program (AGRTP) Stipend Scholarship at the University of Wollongong (UOW) supports high-achieving research students undertaking a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or Master of Philosophy (MPhil) degree. The programme is funded by the Australian Government Department of Education and administered by UOW, a public university in Wollongong, New South Wales, that sits among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide and is ranked among Australia's strongest research institutions. For 2026 the stipend is approximately AUD 35,522 per year (indexed annually), paid for up to 3.5 years for PhD candidates or up to 2 years for MPhil candidates, and is intended to cover living costs during the research period. The award is open to both domestic students (Australian citizens, permanent residents and New Zealand citizens) and international students from all countries, across research disciplines spanning engineering, computer science, medical science, business, law, humanities and more. Applicants apply for admission to a research degree through the UOW Apply Online portal and indicate their interest in the AGRTP stipend; shortlisting and offers follow. Stipend rates are reviewed each year and deadlines differ for domestic and international applicants, so confirm the exact 2026 figures and closing dates on the official UOW scholarships page before applying.
What's covered
- Annual living stipend — Stipend of ~AUD 35,522 per year (2026 rate, indexed annually) to support living costs during research.
- PhD funding duration — Stipend support for up to 3.5 years for full-time PhD candidates.
- MPhil funding duration — Stipend support for up to 2 years for full-time MPhil candidates.
- Research facilities — Access to UOW's research facilities, supervision and graduate research training.
- Research community — Membership of an international academic and research community on UOW's coastal campus, with the stipend valued at roughly AUD 35,522 per year (est.).
How to apply
Applicants apply for admission to a UOW research degree and flag interest in the AGRTP stipend during the same process.
- Apply for admission — Apply for a PhD or MPhil program through the UOW Apply Online portal.
- Indicate scholarship interest — During the application, indicate that you wish to be considered for the AGRTP Stipend Scholarship.
- Submit required documents — Provide academic transcripts, your research proposal and referee reports.
- Await shortlisting and offer — Wait for confirmation of shortlisting and a scholarship offer from UOW.
Eligibility
Student statusDomestic student (Australian citizen/PR or New Zealand citizen) or international student from any country.
Degree applied forApplying for a PhD or MPhil research degree at the University of Wollongong.
Entry requirementsMeet UOW's academic and English-language entry requirements.
Admission routeApply for admission via the UOW Apply Online portal.
No duplicate fundingNot be receiving equivalent financial support from another source.
The stipend supports living costs; applicants should review separate tuition-fee and fee-offset arrangements for international research candidates on the UOW page.
Eligible countries
Australia, New Zealand, Open to international applicants from all countries
Deadlines
2026 (International applicants)~23 May 2026 (est.)
2026 (Domestic applicants)~3 October 2026 (est.)
Selection
Candidates are assessed by UOW on academic merit, research capacity and the strength of the proposed research, alongside fit with available supervision. Meeting admission and English-language requirements is a prerequisite, after which applicants are shortlisted and offers are made.
Verified sources
- University of Wollongong — Research Scholarshipsuow.edu.auofficial
About the provider
The University of Wollongong (UOW) is a public research university in New South Wales, Australia, and a member of relevant national research groupings. It administers Australian Government Research Training Program funding for its higher-degree research candidates across science, engineering, health, business and the humanities.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
Who funds the AGRTP Stipend at UOW?
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It is funded by the Australian Government Department of Education through the Research Training Program and administered by the University of Wollongong.
How much is the stipend?
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The 2026 stipend is approximately AUD 35,522 per year and is indexed annually. Confirm the current rate on the official UOW page.
How long does funding last?
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Up to 3.5 years for PhD candidates and up to 2 years for MPhil candidates.
What does the stipend cover?
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It supports living costs during the research period; review separate tuition and fee arrangements on the UOW page.
Which degrees are eligible?
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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Master of Philosophy (MPhil) research degrees at UOW.
Can international students apply?
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Yes. The scholarship is open to both domestic students and international students from all countries.
Which fields are supported?
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A wide range of research disciplines, including engineering, computer science, medical science, business, law, humanities and the sciences.
How do I apply?
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Apply for admission to a PhD or MPhil through the UOW Apply Online portal and indicate your interest in the AGRTP stipend during the application.
What documents do I need?
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Academic transcripts, a research proposal, referee reports and evidence that you meet English-language requirements.
Can I hold another scholarship at the same time?
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No. You must not be receiving equivalent financial support from another source.
When are the deadlines?
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Around 23 May 2026 for international applicants and around 3 October 2026 for domestic applicants; verify exact dates on the UOW page.
Where is the University of Wollongong located?
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In Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia, on a coastal campus, with the university ranked among the top 1 percent worldwide.