Are you eligible?

Victoria University’s International Postgraduate Research Scholarships are open to international students applying for a Higher Degree by Research course.  These scholarships are typically targeted to building research activity and capacity in Victoria University’s areas of research strength.  You’ll be considered only if your projects and academic backgrounds are strongly aligned to the University’s research strength areas.

These scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic merit and only applicants with outstanding academic results are likely to be successful.

How to apply?

To apply for Victoria University’s Postgraduate Research Scholarships (VUIPRS) you need to submit two applications as per the below.

1. Submit a Scholarship application to the Admissions and Scholarships Coordinator in the Office of Postgraduate Research. 
2. Apply through the Victoria University International online application system.  Remember to identify yourself as a Victoria University International Postgraduate Research Scholarship (VUIPRS) applicant on the application form.

Key dates for scholarship applications

The main VU scholarship round for Australian and international applicants opens in August and closes at the end of October each year.

Please note that the deadline for semester 1 applications for 2013 has now passed. The mid-year scholarship round will open in April and close in May for mid-year 2013 entry. 

You will be notified by the Office for Postgraduate Research as to whether you have been successful in being awarded a scholarship.

For more information read the 2013 Scholarship Guide for International Students.