2024 Fully Funded Australian RMIT University Scholarship.
The Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology is inviting applications for the 2025 RMIT University Scholarship from suitably qualified applicants. The RMIT Research Stipend Scholarship offers a full coverage of applicants’ tuition as well as a stipend of $34,841 per annum for living expenses and a $1,540 as relocation allowance.
One of the key aspects of RMIT’s scholarship offerings is their diversity, catering to a wide array of student needs and backgrounds. The university provides merit-based scholarships for high-achieving students, which reward academic excellence and encourage continued success. These scholarships often cover tuition fees, living expenses, and may even include additional allowances for books, materials, and other study-related costs. By alleviating financial burdens, these scholarships enable students to focus on their studies and fully engage in the academic experience.
In addition to merit-based scholarships, RMIT also offers need-based financial aid to support students from disadvantaged backgrounds. These scholarships aim to provide equitable access to education for students who may face financial hardships. They are an essential part of RMIT’s commitment to inclusivity and equal opportunity, ensuring that all students, regardless of their economic situation, have the chance to pursue higher education and achieve their goals.
RMIT University also offers scholarships specifically for international students, recognizing the value of a diverse and global student body. These scholarships help international students with tuition fees and living expenses, making it more feasible for them to study abroad and experience life in Australia. RMIT’s international scholarships highlight the university’s dedication to fostering a multicultural learning environment and enhancing cross-cultural understanding.
Research scholarships are another significant component of RMIT’s scholarship portfolio. These scholarships support students pursuing research degrees, such as Master’s by Research or Ph.D. programs. They provide funding for research projects, including stipends for living expenses, research-related costs, and sometimes travel allowances for conferences and fieldwork. By supporting research students, RMIT contributes to the advancement of knowledge and innovation in various fields, encouraging cutting-edge research and scholarly excellence.
Eligibility Requirements For The Australian RMIT University Scholarship.
To be considered for the 2025 RMIT Research Stipend Scholarship, you must:
- have a bachelor’s degree requiring at least four years of full-time study in a relevant discipline awarded with honours.
- have achieved at least a credit average in the final year
- Applicants may also submit a master’s degree that includes a research component comprised of at least 25% of a full time (or part-time equivalent) academic year.
- be considered by RMIT as having an equivalent level of academic attainment, taking into account previous study, relevant work experience, research publications and other research experience.
- have not already completed a graduate research program at the same or higher course level. For example, Masters by Research applicants should not have already completed a Masters by Research or PhD
- an applicant must not previously have held an RMIT or Commonwealth-funded postgraduate research scholarship unless it was terminated within six months of the scholarship’s payments commencing
Benefits
- a stipend of $34,841 per annum pro rata (full-time study).
- international candidates in receipt of this scholarship are also awarded an RTP International Tuition Fee Offset Scholarship (RIFOS) or an RMIT Research International Tuition Fee Scholarship (RRITFS)
- all local candidates, Australian and New Zealand citizens or permanent residents of Australia are provided with an RTP Fee Offset scholarship.
- applicants in receipt of an RTP Fee Offset scholarship are not required to pay tuition fees for the maximum duration of their candidature
- a relocation allowance for the cost of relocating in order to take up their postgraduate research program. The amount is up to $515 per adult and $255 per child to a maximum of $1,540
- paid sick, maternity, and parenting leave
Required Documents
- CV
- Complete transcripts for all academic qualifications
- Research proposal or statement of interest in an available research project
- A letter of financial guarantee if you are an international applicant being sponsored to come to RMIT to complete your research degree.
Method of Application
- Click on the button below to visit the official webpage
- Choose your desired Masters or Doctoral program.
- Identify your research project. You can browse current offerings here.
- All scholarship applicants must provide evidence from an academic member of staff that they agree to supervise your research when submitting an expression of interest.
- Prepare your application and submit all required documents.
