Job Description
Opportunities
Looking for a world-class research opportunity in Australia with complete financial support? The Charles Darwin University RTP Scholarship 2027 offers international and domestic students the chance to pursue a Master’s by Research or a PhD by Research at one of Australia’s top universities.
Why Choose Charles Darwin University?
Charles Darwin University is a rising research-intensive university ranked Top 300 globally. With a strong focus on sustainability, Indigenous leadership, and innovation, CDU provides world-class research supervision and an inclusive international community.
Scholarship Overview
- Host University: Charles Darwin University (CDU)
- Location: Australia
- Degree Levels: Master’s by Research, PhD by Research
- Scholarship Coverage: Fully Funded
- Eligible Nationalities: All national and international students
- Application Deadline:
- International Applicants: 30 September 2026
- Domestic Applicants: 31 October 2026
Financial Benefits
- Full University Tuition Fee coverage
- Annual Stipend: AUD $34,190 (2025 rate) tax-free for full-time students
- Free Accommodation or relocation allowance (up to AUD $2,500 for international students)
- Paid Sick Leave and Maternity Leave
- No application fee
Available Fields of Study
Almost all academic disciplines and research areas are available at CDU. These include but are not limited to:
- Engineering
- Science and Environment
- Health
- Indigenous Knowledge
- Education
- IT and Computer Science
- Business and Law
- Humanities and Social Sciences
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the CDU RTP Scholarship, applicants must:
- Hold citizenship of any country (domestic or international)
- For Master’s: Hold an undergraduate degree with First or Second Class Honours
- For PhD: Hold a Master’s degree with a substantial research component or equivalent
- Submit all required documents in English
- Obtain a letter of support from a CDU academic supervisor
- Meet CDU’s English language proficiency standards (TOEFL/IELTS)
- Not receive any equivalent scholarship exceeding 75% of the RTP stipend rate
Important Dates & Deadlines
| Application Step | International Applicants | Domestic Applicants |
|---|---|---|
| Complete Admission Application | 1 September 2026 | 1 October 2026 |
| RTP Scholarship Application Deadline | 30 September 2026 | 31 October 2026 |
| Scholarship Results Announcement | Mid-November 2027 | Mid-December 2026 |
| Program Start | Jan–March 2027 | Jan–March 2027 |
Required Documents
- Academic Transcripts & Degree Certificates
- Two Academic Recommendation Letters
- Detailed CV / Resume
- Research Proposal
- English Proficiency Test (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Supervisor Acceptance Letter from CDU
- Thesis copy or publications (for PhD applicants)
- Any other supporting documents
How to Apply?
- Secure a Supervisor: Contact a CDU academic and obtain a written acceptance
- Apply for Admission to a Research program at CDU
- Once admitted, you will be automatically considered for the RTP Scholarship
- There is no separate application form or application fee
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