Flinders University Australian Government Research Training Programme

Flinders University, Australia is offering Flinders Australian Government Research Training Program (AGRTP) formerly Flinders International Postgraduate Research Scholarship (FIPRS) for Master’s and Doctoral studies.

Application Deadline:

• 18 June 2026

Tell Me About The Scholarship:

The Australian Government Research Training Program Scholarship (AGRTPS – International) at Flinders University supports international students undertaking a Higher Degree by Research (HDR). It provides tuition fee offset, living stipend, and health cover. This is a Commonwealth Sponsored Scholarship and one of the most competitive research awards in Australia.

Which Fields are Eligible?

• Higher Degree by Research in areas of research concentration at Flinders University (fields with strong research resources and external funding).

Type:

• Research Doctorate Scholarship | International | Australia

Who can Apply?

Applicants must:

• Be citizens of any overseas country (except New Zealand).
• Not hold Australian citizenship or permanent residency.
• Intend to commence full-time HDR in Australia for the first time.
• Enrol in a designated area of research concentration.
• Meet HDR entry requirements, including English proficiency valid until 31 March 2027.
• Provide evidence of academic merit, research training, and up to 5 publications (recent, within 5 years).

How are Candidates Selected?

• Selection by Scholarships Committee based on:
  • Academic merit.
  • Research training.
  • Research outputs (up to 5 publications).
• Priority given to students undertaking HDR for the first time.

Which Countries Are Eligible?

• All countries worldwide except New Zealand.

Where will the Scholarship be Taken?

• Flinders University, Adelaide, Australia.

How Many Awards?

• Up to 5 scholarships annually.

What is the Benefit of the Scholarship?

• Stipend: AUD $36,061 per year (2026 rate, tax-free).
• Tuition fee offset for up to 4 years.
• Overseas Health Care cover.
• Relocation allowance: up to AUD $1,485 (with receipts).
• Duration: 3.5 years for Research Doctorate.

How Long Will the Scholarship Last?

• 3.5 years (Research Doctorate).

Required Documents:

• Application for HDR admission.
• Supervisor agreement (email evidence required).
• Up to 5 publications with coversheets and URLs.
• Certified academic transcripts (translated into English).
• Research proposal (~500 words).
• Two academic referee reports.
• Updated CV (including research experience and publications).

How to Apply:

1. Apply for HDR admission via Studylink (Flinders portal).
2. Obtain Flinders Student ID and activate account.
3. Secure informal agreement with a supervisor.
4. Prepare and upload all required documents (PDF format, in English).
5. Submit application for International HDR Scholarship Group via Flinders Student System.

Visit the Application Webpage for details