Postgraduate Scholarships 

Fully Funded Scholarships for International Students

2024 / 2025 Scholarships in Australia

Australian Government Research Training Program (AGRTP) 2025

Australian Government Research Training Program (AGRTP) Scholarships are specifically invited for international students to undertake a postgraduate research higher degree at Flinders University in Australia. AGRTP scholarship covers international tuition fees and a stipend. The AGRTP Scholarship is offered to those students who demonstrate outstanding aptitude for independent research. AGRTP Scholarships are offered on the basis of academic merit, academic research training and research indicators and performance.

Fields of Study / Subjects

Flinders University offers Masters Research degrees areas:

  • Master of Arts
  • Master of Biotechnology
  • Master of Business
  • Master of Clinical Education
  • Master of Clinical Rehabilitation
  • Master of Engineering
  • Master of Laws
  • Master of Science
  • Master of Surgery
  • Master of Theology

PhDs Research areas:

  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in all disciplines
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Clinical Psychology)
  • Doctor of Education
  • Doctor of Public Health

Other latest Scholarships in Australia are also offered for different degrees and subjects all over the Australia.

Numbers of Scholarships

A limited number of up to 5 FIPRS scholarships are available each year for international students

Duration of Scholarships

The scholarship duration for up to two years for a Research Masters degree and up to three years for a Research PhD/Doctorate degree at Flinders University

Scholarships Description / Details

  • The FIPRS covers tuition fees charged by Flinders University for a research higher degree
  • Provide living allowance paid at the rate of $28,597. It is tax exempt and indexed annually
  • An establishment allowance of up to $1,485 to assist with relocation costs and airfares for those who moves to Adelaide from overseas

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for consideration of FIPRS scholarships, applicants must:

  • Satisfy the University’s academic entry requirements for a Masters degree by research or Doctorate by research
  • Completed at least the equivalent of an Australian First Class Hons degree four year degree with a major research project in the final year
  • Must meet the English proficiency levels
  • Not hold an equivalent research higher degree qualification. Applications are only open to students are commencing a research higher degree in Australia for the first time
  • Not hold Australian citizenship, Australian permanent resident status or New Zealand citizenship. See the conditions of award for full eligibility criteria.

How to Apply / Download Scholarships Form / Documents Required

  • First submit an application for admission to a Higher Degree by research (PhD or Master of Arts by research) followed by an application for the International RHD Scholarship Group.
  • Create student account  for AGRTP scholarship
  • Attach following documents:
  • Research Supervisor details, email
  • Publications (up to five publications and must not be more than five years old)
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Research Proposal (approximately 500 words)
  • Two copies of Academic Referees
  • Current CV
  • All documents and application must be in English
  • Submit scholarship application along with all above mentioned documents here

Contact us

    • Student Finance Office
    • Email: rhdscholarships@flinders.edu.au
    • Flinders University
    • Sturt Road, Bedford Park
    • South Australia 5042
    • Tel: + 61 + 8 + 8201 3115

Last Date to Apply / Deadline

August (Every year)

Official Website

For further information, visit

http://www.flinders.edu.au/scholarships-system/index.cfm/scholarships/display/a731e2

Australian Government RTP Frequently Asked Questions

(Q) How to apply for the Australian Government Research Training Program? Or procedure to apply for this scholarship program?

(A) The application process for this scholarship program is online. Click here to know how to apply for this scholarship program.

(Q) Which additional documents will be required for Australian Government Research Training Program for International Students?

(A) Research Supervisor details, email, Publications (up to five publications and must not be more than five years old), Academic Transcripts, Research Proposal (approximately 500 words), Two copies of Academic Referees, Current CV. All documents and application must be in English

(Q) What happens if my application is not successful?

(A)  You would be informed in written explaining why it was not accepted. You may be required to provide further documents, or complete other courses.