Published: August 16, 2026;7 min read;By SW Team

La Trobe University, Australia is currently recruiting interested and qualified domestic and international students for its 2027 Project-based research scholarships.

La Trobe University Graduate Research Scholarship offers a generous stipend of $36,000 per annum (2026 full-time rate) for 3.5 years, a tuition fee scholarship for 4 years and allowances.

In this post, the full details of the eligibility, benefits, timeline, and application procedure will be provided.

Scholarship Host: La Trobe University
Host Country: Australia 
Category: Postgraduate Scholarships || Masters Scholarships || PhD Scholarships
Benefits: Full Scholarship • Tuition Costs •  $36,000 Annual Stipends• Thesis & Relocation Allowances
Eligibility: Students from All Countries
Deadline: Open All Year

La Trobe University offers a range of supportive scholarships that can help you cover tuition fees, manage your living expenses while you study and more.

The La Trobe University  Graduate Research Scholarships are usually fully funded doctoral projects in Arts, Education, Engineering, Medicine, Computing, Engineering, and others.

To apply, applicants are to choose one of the available research funding at the different faculties or schools. Eligible applicants will be invited by the primary supervisor to submit a full application for the PhD and scholarship.

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Scholarships are available for specific PhD research projects.  Successful scholarship applicants will receive,

  • a generous stipend of $36,000 per annum (2026 full-time rate) for 3.5 years,
  • a tuition fee scholarship for 4 years and
  • thesis and relocation allowances.

To be considered for the 2027 award, applicants must satisfy the following criteria:

  • Hold a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
  • Meet the requirements of PhD programmes in the university
  • Complete the online application with required documents

To complete your application, prepare the following documents in advance:

  • Application Form
  • CV
  • Research Proposal (if required)
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Academic transcripts
  • English proficiency and Standard tests

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The step-by-step guide to apply for the La Trobe University Graduate Scholarship is as follows;

  • Visit the official scholarship portal (Click the link below).
  • Check Your Eligibility: Ensure you meet the entry requirements for the PhD.
  • Select a Project: Choose a project from the list of available options below.
  • Review Project Requirements: Check the eligibility criteria and any additional conditions for the chosen project.
  • Contact the Primary Supervisor: Email the primary supervisor for your preferred project to express your interest in applying. Include the following information to help them assess your eligibility:
    • A statement outlining your interest in the project and your research goals
    • A copy of your academic transcripts
    • A copy of your research thesis or any relevant publications
    • Your CV
  • Only eligible applicants will be invited by the primary supervisor to submit a full application for the PhD and scholarship. Please do not submit your application through our online portal without an invitation from the primary supervisor, as your application will not be accepted without their support.
  • Submit your application by the deadline.
Application Deadline: Open All Year