20 verified phd positions & scholarships in australia for 2026–2027 are open right now. The soonest deadline is 30 October 2026 — closing-soon entries are flagged in the list. Hosted by RMIT University, Monash University - Ghedini Lab and University of Melbourne. Listings are re-verified daily against official sources.
20 verified phd positions & scholarships in australia for 2026–2027 are open right now. The soonest deadline is 30 October 2026 — closing-soon entries are flagged in the list. Hosted by RMIT University, Monash University - Ghedini Lab and University of Melbourne. Listings are re-verified daily against official sources.
Australian PhD funding is dominated by the Research Training Program (RTP), which covers tuition and provides a living stipend. Applications are typically made directly to universities with a research proposal.
IELTS 6.5-7.0 typical.
RTP rounds usually align to international scholarship deadlines (August-October).
Australian National University · Australia
ANU University Research Scholarships provide competitive support for higher degree research. Hosted by Australian National University in Canberra. Apply by 31 October 2026 (domestic round).
University of Melbourne · Australia
ARC Future Fellowships are four-year mid-career research fellowships funded by the Australian Research Council and hosted by Australian universities such as Melbourne. Applications are submitted by the university on the researcher's behalf during scheme rounds announced by the ARC, so prospective applicants should engage their target school or institute first.
Monash University - Ghedini Lab · Australia
Monash University in Melbourne, Australia, offers a fully funded PhD research opportunity in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering focusing on smart polymer nanocomposites. The project, titled 'Smart Polymer Nanocomposites: Design, Synthesis and Applications,' focuses on developing advanced polymer nanocomposite materials for next-generation coatings and foam technologies. Supervised by Associate Professor Vipul Agarwal. Stipend rate: AUD $37,145 per year (2026 RTP rate). Supervisor research interest does not itself guarantee a funded PhD position; scholarship eligibility depends on applicant nationality and scheme.
Griffith University · Australia
Griffith's second postgraduate research scholarship round supports the April and July 2027 intakes. Hosted by Griffith University. Apply by 5 February 2027.
RMIT University · Australia
This RMIT PhD scholarship is supported by a Johnson & Johnson WiSTEM2D award and is aimed at research preparation in chemistry, materials or chemical engineering.
La Trobe University · Australia
La Trobe University offers a range of scholarships for international students including the Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship (full tuition + AUD $5,000/year stipend), AI Scholarship (50-100% tuition), High Achiever Scholarship (20-25% discount), and Humanitarian Scholarship.
Monash University - Ghedini Lab · Australia
The Ghedini Lab at Monash University is recruiting a PhD candidate to study how organismal physiology underpins community stability in marine phytoplankton. Part of the international ReDiLEEP Doctoral Network. Fully funded Monash PhD scholarship. Deadline: 30 October 2026. Applicants must apply separately for and obtain a Monash PhD scholarship; funding is not automatically attached to this project.
RMIT University · Australia
RMIT University offers 2 fully funded PhD scholarships in Green Computing, focusing on sustainable AI and energy-efficient cloud computing.
University of Sydney · Australia
Supplementary AUD 10,000/year PhD scholarship at the University of Sydney for data-driven research that advances drug discovery decision-making.
RMIT University · Australia
This RMIT scholarship supports biomedical research linked to an NHMRC Ideas grant. Hosted by RMIT University in Melbourne. Apply by 31 December 2026.
RMIT University · Australia
This RMIT chemical engineering scholarship is supported by an ARC Future Fellowship project. Hosted by RMIT University in Melbourne. Apply by 31 December 2026.
RMIT University · Australia
This RMIT project uses computer simulations to study membrane ion channels involved in neuronal signalling and brain function. Eligibility: Australian citizens/permanent residents or self-funded international students. The award may be a full scholarship or a top-up.
RMIT University · Australia
This RMIT industry-linked project examines how silicon recovered from end-of-life solar panels can be processed into aluminium-based alloys.
Macquarie University · Australia
The Macquarie project develops graph-level mining methods for complex data environments. Hosted by Macquarie University in Sydney. Apply by 15 December 2026.
University of Queensland · Australia
This UQ project investigates the use of large language models in Australian strata management. Hosted by University of Queensland in Brisbane. Apply by 31 December 2026 (EOI).
RMIT University · Australia
This RMIT scholarship supports research into quantum cluster capacitors for thin-film energy storage.
University of Melbourne · Australia
The Schiavon scholarship supports journalism research at Melbourne. Hosted by University of Melbourne in Melbourne. Apply by No separate fixed deadline stated; course admission dates apply.
University of Queensland · Australia
The Simon Anders Axelsen scholarships support PhD research through UQ's Institute for Molecular Bioscience.
Monash University - Ghedini Lab · Australia
The Sir James McNeill Postgraduate Research Scholarship (SJMN) is a fully funded graduate research scholarship at Monash University, awarded every two years. It covers full tuition, a living allowance of AUD $53,608 per year (2026 rate), OSHC, relocation, and research costs. Open to international students. Deadline: 31 October 2026.
University of Melbourne · Australia
The University of Melbourne Graduate Research Scholarships offer fully funded Master's by Research and PhD opportunities. Approximately 600 scholarships available. Tuition, $39,500/year living allowance, relocation grant, and health insurance.