QUT Postgraduate Research Scholarship Award (QUTPRA) for International Students in Australia 2026

Applications are now accepted for the 2026 QUT Postgraduate Research Award (QUTPRA), one of the most lucrative and esteemed scholarships accessible to postgraduate research students abroad, from Queensland University of Technology (QUT)!

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Application Deadline:

July 31, 2026

Tell Me About The Award:

The QUTPRA is one of the most generous and prestigious research scholarships offered by Queensland University of Technology. It supports high-performing postgraduate researchers (PhD and MPhil) with a fully funded package including living stipend, tuition, and health insurance (for international students). Both future and current QUT research students can apply.

Which Fields are Eligible?
📚 All study areas are eligible.

Type:

🎓 Research-based scholarship for:

• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Master of Philosophy (MPhil)

Who can Apply?

🌍 Open to:

• Future and current QUT postgraduate research students
• Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens, and international students

Eligibility Requirements:

• Meet QUT’s admission criteria and English language requirements
• Not already receiving another living stipend for research
• Enroll full-time (unless part-time/external study is approved)
• Current QUT students must have:
  • Less than 1 year of full-time study (PhD)
  • Less than 6 months (MPhil)

How are Applicants Selected?

Selection is based on:
✅ Research potential
✅ Academic qualifications
✅ Suitability of research proposal
✅ Supervisor and faculty endorsement
✅ Alignment with QUT’s research strengths

Which Countries Are Eligible?
🌍 All countries — both domestic and international students can apply.

Where will the Award be Taken?
📍 Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Australia

How Many Awards?
🎯 Varies by year — the number of QUTPRAs awarded is not fixed.

What is the Benefit of the Award?

💰 From January 2026:

• Living stipend: AUD $37,010/year (tax-free, paid fortnightly)
• Tuition fee sponsorship:
  • Up to 4 years (PhD)
  • Up to 2 years (MPhil)
• Health insurance: Single Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for international students
• Duration:
  • 3.5 years for PhD (with 6-month extension possible)
  • 1.75 years for MPhil (with 3-month extension possible)

How Long Will the Award Last?

• ⏳ PhD: 3.5 years (with possible 6-month extension)
• ⏳ MPhil: 1.75 years (with possible 3-month extension)

How to Apply:

🔹 Submit an expression of interest (EOI)
🔹 Apply for a research degree at QUT
🔹 Eligible students will be invited to submit a scholarship application during the annual round

Visit the Application Webpage for Details