The University of Tasmania Scholarships applications are open to international Master’s and Ph.D. applicants for 2026. The university mainly offers two types of Major Scholarships in addition to other opportunities, including the Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) scholarships and the Tasmania Graduate Research Scholarship (TGRS) to both domestic and international students wishing to pursue a research degree at the master’s and Ph.D. levels in Australia.

Some scholarships cover part or all of the following costs for students:

• Living stipend
• Tuition fees
• Relocation allowance

UTAS Scholarships are awarded competitively based on academic excellence, experience, prior learning, and other relevant achievements.

Key Details

Application Deadlines: 1 February 2026 (11.59 pm AEST)

Application Outcome: 13 April 2026

Host University: University of Tasmania (UTAS)

Location: Australia

Levels: Master’s and Ph.D.

Standard Duration:

• Ph.D.: lasts for 3.5 years with no extension available.
• Master’s: lasts 2 years with no extension available.

Fields of Study: All Disciplines

Eligible Countries: All

Types of Scholarships

UTAS provides several scholarship programs for national and international applicants. Students can check specific details for each in this link. But the two Major Scholarships available at UTAS are as follows:

1. Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarships

UTAS awards these scholarships competitively to students of outstanding research potential to help cover living expenses while undertaking a Higher Degree by Research (HDR).

2. Tasmania Graduate Research Scholarships (TGRS)

These are available across all research disciplines at the University of Tasmania and will be awarded to applicants with exceptional research competency.

Benefits of Both Scholarships

The University of Tasmania RTP and TGRS scholarships cover the following costs:

Living Allowance:

Both scholarships provide a living allowance of AUD 34,315 per year (2026 rate).

Relocation Allowance:

The RTP Allowance can assist with costs relating to relocating to Tasmania to commence a Higher Degree by Research up to AUD 2,000.

Important Notes About Tuition Fees and Costs for International Students:

• Unless a Tuition Fee Scholarship has been granted, international HDR candidates will have to pay tuition fees for the duration of their research course. International candidates pay an annual fee. Please see here for information on tuition fees.
• The Department of Home Affairs will ask for evidence that applicants for a student visa have a sufficient amount to complete their studies.
• International applicants should consider the following expenses before applying:
  •  Student Services and Amenities Fee
  • Overseas Health Cover
  • Visa costs

Eligibility Criteria for University of Tasmania Scholarships

To be eligible for an RTP Stipend and RTP Allowance, a candidate must:

For RTP 2026:

• Must not receive other income supporting living costs for a Higher Degree by Research that exceeds 75% of the RTP Stipend rate
• Income unrelated to the research degree, or not intended for living costs, is not considered
• Must not hold a Commonwealth-funded award that offsets Higher Degree by Research tuition fees (RTP Fees Offset)
• In 2026, all eligible domestic applicants will receive an RTP Fees Offset unless holding an equivalent fee-offset scholarship
• Scholarship holders must maintain satisfactory academic progress
• Payments end upon scholarship expiry or thesis submission, whichever occurs first

For TGRS 2026:

• Eligible to enrol full-time in a Master’s by Research or PhD at the University of Tasmania in 2026
• Not receiving another living-cost income exceeding 75% of the base stipend rate
• Required to make satisfactory academic progress throughout the degree
• Scholarship ends upon expiry of the award or thesis submission, whichever occurs first

Note: Please read the RTP and TGRS Scholarships conditions for detailed information available on the main page linked at the end of this post.

Proof of English Language

Applicants must meet ONE of the following English Language criteria to apply for the above scholarships for 2026:

• English as a first language: Citizenship/passport from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Ireland, Singapore, the UK, or the USA

• IELTS (Academic): Overall 7.0, with at least 6.5 in each band

• TOEFL iBT: Overall 94, with 26 in writing and speaking, and 20 in reading and listening

• PTE Academic: Overall 65, with 65 in writing and speaking, and no score below 58

• Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE): Minimum C1 level

• Work and residence: At least 5 years of residence and professional employment in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Ireland, Singapore, South Africa, the UK, or the USA

• Recent graduate degree: Completion of a recognised English-taught graduate degree (AQF Level 8 or higher) within the last 2 years

Check further details about the English Requirements in the official HDR Admission, Selection and Enrolment.pdf

Required Documents

Before starting your application, please prepare your application documents. It’s recommended to use a standard naming format for your uploads – for example, NAME_CV; NAME_Undergraduate qualifications.

• Copy of your passport
• Signed copy of the Supervisory support form
• Research Proposal (Guides below)
• Evidence of your qualifications
• Certified copies of transcripts and degree certificates for ALL previous university studies, complete and incomplete.
• One copy of research thesis from your Honours or Master’s degree (if applicable)
• Curriculum Vitae (CV), including the contact details of two referees
• Evidence of English language proficiency

Research Proposal Guides:

• Develop a Research Proposal with the help of the project supervisor. The proposal should be about 2 pages long. Please follow the structure below for your research proposal:
  • The aims and objectives of your research
  • The importance of your research question to the field
  • The research methodology
  • The expected outcomes

How to Apply for University of Tasmania Scholarships?

Applicants should complete an online application in association with their supervisory team from the University.

Before starting to apply, applicants should consider the following steps to prepare their applications to be considered thoroughly:

Step 1: Before you start, check all criteria and eligibility, scholarship availability, fees, available projects, and associated costs.

Step 2: Find a project and choose ONE project that aligns with your research experience and interests. Please check all the details.

Step 3: Apply by gathering all the required documents mentioned above

Step 4: Wait for a response and the outcome of your application. After evaluation, the Graduate Research Office will advise you of the outcome of your application by email.

Step 5: If your application is successful, you will receive a formal written offer of admission via email. International candidates have eight weeks to accept or decline an offer of candidature or scholarship, and six months to commence their candidature.

Note: Please find your desired project, read the details, and apply!

Please visit the University of Tasmania’s official website for more information about the scholarships. You may also review the official HDR Admission, Selection and Enrolment.pdf.

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