AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
ANU International Research Scholarship
full · phd, masters
- Full tuition + stipendSupport
- ANU (Canberra)Host institution
- PhD / MPhilResearch degrees
- ~AUD 30,000+/yrLiving stipend
- Automatic considerationWith HDR admission
- International researchersEligibility
At a glance
full
Funding
€25k
Max amount
Aug 31, 2026
Deadline
Any country (international applicants)
Country
Australian National University
Provider
The Australian National University (ANU), Australia's national research university based in Canberra, funds international Higher Degree by Research (HDR) students — those pursuing a PhD or MPhil — through scholarships that combine a tuition-fee offset with a living stipend. These awards make ANU research degrees accessible to outstanding international researchers. Funded HDR places typically cover full tuition fees and provide an annual living stipend (around AUD 30,000+ per year, indexed) for the duration of the research degree, often with a relocation allowance and access to research support. The exact package depends on the scholarship and the candidate's research area and supervisor. There is usually no separate scholarship form for the main awards: you apply for admission to the ANU research degree and are automatically considered for scholarship funding. International HDR scholarship rounds commonly close around August for commencement the following year, though dates vary by college and program.
What's covered
- Tuition fees — Full tuition-fee offset for the research degree (PhD/MPhil).
- Living stipend — An annual living stipend of ~AUD 30,000+ (indexed), paid fortnightly.
- Relocation / allowances — Relocation support and access to research/training funds in many cases.
- Duration — For the normal period of the degree — up to ~3.5 years (PhD) or ~2 years (MPhil).
How to apply
Identify a supervisor and research area, then apply for admission to the ANU research degree; you are considered for scholarship funding as part of that application.
- Find a supervisor — Identify an ANU academic willing to supervise your PhD/MPhil and discuss your research.
- Develop a proposal — Prepare a research proposal and gather transcripts, references, and English scores.
- Note the round deadline — Check the international HDR scholarship round deadline (~August) for your college.
- Apply for the research degree — Submit your HDR admission application; you are considered for scholarship support automatically.
- Selection — The college/ANU ranks applicants and allocates scholarships on research merit.
- Offer — Successful candidates receive a combined admission-and-scholarship offer.
Eligibility
ProgrammeApplying for a Higher Degree by Research (PhD or MPhil) at ANU.
Research backgroundA strong academic and research record (e.g. first-class honours or a research master's).
Supervisor fitA suitable supervisor and research area at ANU.
EnglishEnglish language proficiency meeting ANU's requirements.
AdmissionAdmissible to the ANU research degree.
Main HDR scholarships have no separate form — applying for the research degree puts you forward for funding. Identify a supervisor early; rounds commonly close ~August (varies by college).
Eligible countries
Any country (international applicants)
Deadlines
2027 HDR commencement (main round)2026-08-31
Selection
ANU ranks HDR scholarship applicants on research merit — academic record, research experience and outputs, the quality of the proposal, and the strength of supervisor support. Funding is competitive and allocated through college/university scholarship rounds.
Verified sources
- ANU Higher Degree by Research Scholarshipsanu.edu.auofficial
About the provider
The Australian National University (ANU) is Australia's national research university, based in Canberra and consistently ranked among the country's and the world's leading institutions. It funds international research (HDR) students through scholarships to attract outstanding researchers to its PhD and MPhil programmes.
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.
What is the ANU International Research Scholarship?
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Scholarship funding from the Australian National University for international Higher Degree by Research (PhD/MPhil) students, combining a full tuition-fee offset with an annual living stipend.
Who is eligible?
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International students applying for a PhD or MPhil at ANU with a strong research background (e.g. first-class honours or a research master's) and a suitable supervisor.
What does it cover?
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Full tuition fees plus an annual living stipend of ~AUD 30,000+ (indexed), often with a relocation allowance and research support, for the normal duration of the degree.
Do I apply separately for the scholarship?
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Generally no — for the main awards you apply for admission to the research degree and are automatically considered for scholarship funding.
When is the deadline?
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International HDR scholarship rounds commonly close around ~August for commencement the following year, though dates vary by ANU college and program.
Do I need a supervisor first?
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Yes — for research degrees you should identify a willing ANU supervisor and research area before or during your application, as supervisor support is central to selection.
What levels does it cover?
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Higher Degrees by Research — PhD (up to ~3.5 years) and MPhil (up to ~2 years). It is not for coursework master's or undergraduate study.
How competitive is it?
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Competitive — ANU is Australia's national research university and HDR scholarships are allocated on research merit through college/university rounds.
How long does the stipend last?
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For the normal period of your degree — typically up to ~3.5 years for a PhD — subject to satisfactory progress, with possible short extensions in defined circumstances.
Is the stipend taxable / indexed?
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Living stipends are generally indexed annually and, for full-time students, typically tax-exempt in Australia; confirm current arrangements with ANU.
Which fields can I research?
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Across ANU's colleges — sciences, engineering and computing, health and medicine, social sciences, humanities, Asia-Pacific studies, and law.
Can I get a relocation allowance?
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Many ANU HDR scholarship packages include relocation support and access to research/training funds; the exact inclusions depend on the specific scholarship.