Master's Scholarships in Australia
There are 15 active master's scholarships for international students in Australia worth up to €120k, from 15 providers. Compare eligibility, awards, and deadlines below and apply before they close.
full fundingDeakin University RTP and DUPR Scholarships
Domestic or international students enrolling in a Higher Degree by Research (Master's by Research or PhD) at Deakin University, with at least four years of tertiary education and a minimum 80% average (or equivalent) in the final year of previous studies.
full fundingANU International Research Scholarship
For international students applying for a Higher Degree by Research (PhD or MPhil) at the Australian National University (ANU) with a strong research background. Applicants apply for admission to the research degree and are considered for scholarship support covering tuition and a living stipend.
full fundingUniversity of South Australia Research Scholarships
Open to international applicants of all nationalities who wish to undertake a higher degree by research (PhD or Master of Research) at the University of South Australia and who meet UniSA's academic and English-language entry requirements. Applicants must demonstrate strong academic achievement and research potential, and meet IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, or Cambridge English thresholds that vary by programme (for example, IELTS Academic 6.5-7.0 overall depending on the discipline).
living only fundingUNSW Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarships
Open to domestic and international students applying for a Higher Degree Research (master's by research or PhD) at UNSW who meet the program's academic entry standard, satisfy UNSW's English language requirements, secure a research supervisor and complete the GTE and Financial Declaration; international applicants must establish Genuine Temporary Entrant status.
full fundingUniversity of Sydney International Research Scholarship (USydIS)
For international students undertaking a postgraduate research degree (a master's by research or a PhD) at the University of Sydney. It covers tuition fees and a living-allowance stipend; applicants need a strong research background and a confirmed place and supervisor for their research project.
full fundingUniversity of Melbourne Human Rights Scholarship
Open to both international and domestic students applying for, or enrolled in, a Master by Research or PhD at the University of Melbourne whose research is directly related to human rights. Applicants must show a demonstrated commitment to human rights through academic, voluntary, or professional work, must not have completed a comparable research qualification before, and must not have previously held a graduate research scholarship from the university.
full fundingSouthern Cross University RTP Scholarship
Open to domestic and international students admitted into a Higher Degree by Research (HDR) programme at Southern Cross University. Candidates must show strong academic performance and research potential, secure an SCU academic supervisor, meet English language requirements (IELTS not always mandatory), and commit to full-time, on-campus study in Australia.
partial fundingUniversity of Newcastle Excelencia Internacional Scholarship
Full-fee paying international students who are citizens of qualifying South or Central American countries and are commencing an eligible CRICOS-registered undergraduate or postgraduate coursework program in Trimester 1, 2026 or later.
full fundingAustralia Awards Scholarships
Open to citizens of ~30+ eligible developing countries (mostly the Indo-Pacific), who are not married to/engaged to an Australian or NZ citizen, meet academic and English requirements, and commit to returning home for at least 2 years after study. Fields must align with the partner country's development priorities.
full fundingASEAN-Australia Awards Scholarships
Open to citizens of eligible ASEAN countries (Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam and Timor-Leste) applying for a master's degree by coursework or research at an Australian university. Applicants need a strong academic record, leadership potential, relevant work experience and English proficiency, and must meet Australian visa and health requirements. Exact terms are set each cycle by the Australian Government.
living only fundingGriffith University Postgraduate Research Scholarships (GUPRS)
Open to candidates commencing or enrolled in a Higher Degree Research (HDR) program at Griffith University who hold a Bachelor Degree with First Class Honours (AQF 8) or an equivalent qualification. Applicants must not already hold a degree at the same or higher level than the HDR program, must not have held an equivalent scholarship before (unless conditions apply), and their other income for living costs must not exceed 75 percent of the GUPRS stipend.
full fundingUQ Graduate School Scholarships (Research Training Program)
Open to domestic and international students of all nationalities applying for a higher degree by research (HDR) at UQ - a PhD, MPhil or research-focused professional doctorate. Applicants must be nominated by an enrolling UQ school or institute, meet all admission conditions for the HDR programme, and not already hold a stipend or scholarship that provides a benefit exceeding 75% of the RTP living allowance rate.
living only fundingAustralian Government Research Training Program (AGRTP) Stipend Scholarship at the University of Wollongong
Domestic and international students applying for a PhD or Master of Philosophy (MPhil) research degree at the University of Wollongong who meet UOW's academic and English-language entry requirements and are not receiving equivalent support from another source.
full fundingAustralian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship at the University of Adelaide
Open to domestic and international applicants of all nationalities who are eligible for full-time enrolment in a Higher Degree by Research (HDR) program (Research Masters or PhD) at the University of Adelaide and who meet the English language requirements. International candidates must hold and maintain international-student status throughout enrolment, and applicants must not hold equivalent funding exceeding 75% of the base stipend.
partial fundingMonash International Merit Scholarship
For high-achieving international students beginning an eligible undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree at Monash University in Australia. It is a partial tuition scholarship paid for the normal full-time duration of the course, subject to satisfactory results.
Frequently asked questions
How many scholarships are available in Australia?
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15 active scholarships are listed on this page, updated regularly.
Can international students apply for scholarships in Australia?
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Yes — these scholarships are open to international students; check each one's eligibility and deadline.