Edith Cowan University (ECU) is now accepting applications for its 2025 Higher Degree by Research Scholarships. These scholarships are designed to support talented students both from Australia and overseas who are looking to complete a research-based postgraduate degree.
The program offers financial support to help cover the costs of study, allowing students to focus more on their research without the stress of financial pressure. It’s a great opportunity for motivated individuals who want to make a real impact in their field.
Successful candidates will become part of ECU’s dynamic research community, with access to experienced supervisors, advanced facilities, and a supportive environment that encourages innovation. The program is built to help students succeed and prepare for rewarding careers in research, academia, or industry.
With these scholarships, ECU shows its strong commitment to developing future research leaders by offering the funding, guidance, and opportunities needed to succeed on both national and international stages.
Funding Opportunity:
ECU’s research scholarships provide full financial support, covering all tuition fees and offering a generous yearly stipend of $35,000, paid every two weeks via EFT.
International students can also get part of their Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) costs refunded. For domestic students, there may be extra help available through a relocation grant.
The scholarships are available for up to 3 years for PhD students and 2 years for those doing a Master’s by research.
Eligibility Criteria:
To apply, you must either have an offer (or be waiting for one) to study a PhD, Integrated PhD, or Master’s by Research at ECU. You’ll also need approval from a supervisor for your research project. You are not eligible if any of the following apply:
- You received an AusAID or Australia Award scholarship in the past two years.
- You don’t have supervisor approval for your proposed research project.
- Your course is set to begin after 8 May 2026 (for PhD) or after Semester 1, 2026 (for Integrated PhD or Master’s by Research).
- Your current income is more than 75% of the standard ECU RTP scholarship rate.
Application Deadline:
You can apply for research scholarships at Edith Cowan University between 3 September and 16 October 2025. Applications must be submitted within this timeframe.