Macquarie University International Research Training Scholarship 2025: Macquarie University is now accepting applications for the International Research Training Program (iRTP) Scholarship and the International Macquarie Research Excellence Scholarship Program (iMQRES) for Session 2 of 2025. These prestigious scholarships provide exceptional international graduate research students with the opportunity to pursue a Master of Research (MRes) or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Australia with full financial support.
Scholarship Benefits
Recipients of these scholarships will receive: ✅ Tuition Fee Coverage for up to three years.
✅ Living Allowance Stipend of $38,500 per annum (2025 rate).
✅ Travel Concession for local transport (for PhD iRTP recipients).
About the Scholarships
1# International Research Training Program (iRTP)
The iRTP is part of the Australian Government’s Research Training Program, designed to support outstanding international graduate research students. Administered by Macquarie University, it provides funding for tuition fees, living expenses, and travel concessions for eligible PhD students.
2# International Macquarie Research Excellence Scholarship Program (iMQRES)
The iMQRES is a Macquarie University initiative aimed at supporting high-achieving international students. It aligns with the University’s Strategic Research Framework, fostering world-class and impactful research across multiple disciplines.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, applicants must:
- Be citizens of a country other than Australia or New Zealand and not hold permanent residency in Australia.
- Plan to reside in Sydney for the duration of their research.
- Intend to enroll full-time in Session 2, 2025.
- Meet the English language proficiency and academic requirements for admission to Macquarie University’s MRes or PhD programs.
- Have completed their previous degree before the application deadline (new requirement for 2025).
- Obtain confirmation of supervision from an eligible Macquarie University researcher (mandatory for some faculties).
Ineligibility Criteria
Applicants will not be eligible if they: ❌ Are already enrolled in a continuing Macquarie research program.
❌ Have commenced studies before 1 January 2025.
❌ Hold another major scholarship that covers tuition and living expenses.
❌ Submit an incomplete or misleading application.
How to Apply
📌 Application Link: Macquarie University Scholarships
📅 Application Deadline: 2 March 2025, 11 PM (AEST)
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to study at one of Australia’s top research universities with full financial support! Apply today and take the next step toward your academic and research career at Macquarie University.
