Swinburne Research Stipend Scholarship 2027 in Australia | Fully Funded
The Swinburne Research Stipend Scholarship provides doctoral candidates with living stipends and tuition fee support. Applications for Round 2 close on 9 October 2026.
Overview
The Swinburne Research Stipend Scholarship is offered by the Swinburne University of Technology in Australia to support candidates of exceptional research potential undertaking doctoral studies. Successful candidates are automatically considered for SUPRA and RTP Stipend scholarships where applicable, receiving financial assistance for living expenses and associated research entitlements.
Benefits
- An annual indexed stipend of $35,500 (2026 rate) for three years, with a potential six-month extension.
- Tuition fee coverage for up to four years for PhD or Professional Doctorate students.
- Additional entitlements including paid leave of absence, a thesis allowance, and a relocation allowance.
Eligibility
- Open to both domestic and international applicants meeting the entry requirements for a PhD or Professional Doctorate at Swinburne.
- Candidates must hold a Bachelor Degree with First Class Honours or an equivalent qualification.
- Proposed research projects must align with a Swinburne Research Strategy and Ecosystem area.
- Applicants must not receive another living cost stipend greater than 75 percent of the RTP or SUPRA rate.
- Applies to prospective students with a candidature offer, as well as current Swinburne doctoral students enrolled for less than two years.
How to Apply
Applicants should coordinate with their nominated research supervisor beforehand and complete the required HDR Research Proposal template. Prospective candidates need to follow the university's step-by-step application process online and select 'Swinburne Research Scholarships'.
Required documentation generally includes:
- Signed HDR Research Proposal template from the principal supervisor.
- Certified academic transcripts and proof of completion.
- Proof of citizenship or identification, a resume, and prior research or publications.
- Evidence of meeting English language requirements, if applicable.
Additionally, applicants must arrange for two referees to submit referee reports directly to the university by the designated follow-up date.
Deadline
Round 2 applications close on Friday 9 October 2026 at 11.59pm AEDT.