About
RMIT University is an international university of technology, design and enterprise based in Australia. The university is recognized for its focus on technology, design, and enterprise, offering vocational and higher education across a wide range of disciplines including engineering, design, business, health, and science. RMIT emphasizes industry connections, practical experience, and global opportunities, with campuses in Australia, Vietnam, and Europe. The university is ranked #5 in the world for reducing inequality and offers over 3,000 scholarships annually with extensive industry placements for students.
Funding Opportunities
RMIT English Language Bursary for Latin American students
The RMIT English Language Bursary for Latin American students provides a tuition fee discount on English language courses (ELICOS programs) at RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP). The bursary is designed to support citizens of Latin American countries who wish to study English for Academic Purposes at RMIT in Australia. For 2025 commencement, the bursary covers 35% of the total program fee, reducing the weekly cost to $338 per week, and for 2026 commencement, students pay $355 per week after the discount. The enrollment fee of $260 is also waived. This bursary is available to both commencing students and those extending their program in Australia, whether applying from Australia or overseas. The program aims to make English language education more accessible to Latin American students preparing for academic study at RMIT.
Australia Awards Scholarships
The Australia Awards Scholarships (AAS) is funded by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) and aims to promote knowledge, education links and enduring ties between Australia and its international neighbours. Students from eligible developing countries are given the opportunity to undertake full-time undergraduate or postgraduate study, research and professional development in Australia. This experience aims to develop the knowledge and skills of future leaders, who can drive positive change and contribute to development in their own countries. RMIT University is a longstanding partner in this scholarship program, offering comprehensive support through dedicated Student Contact Officers who assist with arrival services, academic support, and transition to life in Melbourne.
VCRF scholarship
The VCRF scholarship is designed for high-quality PhD applicants interested in researching knee injuries at RMIT University. This scholarship is open to domestic applicants only, with international applicants able to contact the supervisor to apply for other scholarships. The scholarship provides financial support for PhD research in the areas of physiotherapy, sports science, biomechanics, epidemiology, or computer science as they relate to knee injury research. The scholarship aims to support advanced research in these interdisciplinary fields to advance understanding and treatment of knee injuries. Recipients will work under the supervision of Evangelos Pappas and contribute to cutting-edge research in musculoskeletal health and injury prevention.
SmartSat CRC Higher Degree Research Scholarships
The SmartSat CRC is inviting expressions of interest for Higher Degrees by Research (Masters & PhD) scholarships. Successful candidates will be enrolled with RMIT and will work on applied R&D which aligns with the SmartSat CRC's research priorities. Full and top-up scholarships, of up to 3 years maximum duration, are available to Higher Degree by Research (HDR) students who participate in the SmartSat Education and Training Program. Students are expected to work on applied R&D which align with SmartSat research programs. The supervision team will normally comprise of the Principal Supervisor from the host university and, where practical, an academic co-supervisor from another SmartSat partner university, and/or a co-supervisor from a relevant SmartSat end-user or Industry partner. All students will benefit from being part of the graduate network and an extensive professional development program that includes opportunities to participate in the SmartSat conference series and networking events. SmartSat CRC students will also benefit from being part of an organisation that links research and industry, with opportunities to undertake periods of placement with industry and end-user partners.
SHINe PhD scholarship in automation in construction: Work health and safety considerations
The SHINe PhD scholarship will support a student engaged in doctoral research into the work health and safety considerations associated with automation and technological innovation in project-based construction work. The successful candidate will work with SHINe members (industry partners) to engage in research that answers key questions about how digital innovation and automation can be integrated into work systems in ways that improve workers' health and safety, what potential new hazards can be introduced by the integration and adoption of these technologies, and how these hazards can be effectively managed to minimise harm. The scholarship provides financial support for 3.5 years of doctoral research in this critical area of construction work health and safety.
RMIT/CSIRO Next-Gen PhD in Wheel-end failure detection in heavy vehicles using IOT and Machine learning
This PhD scholarship opportunity is part of the Data61/CSIRO Next Generation Artificial Intelligence program in collaboration with Delta-V Experts. The project focuses on investigating, designing, and implementing machine learning algorithms for anomaly and fault detection in vibrating mechanical systems in real-time. The research includes working in vibrations lab with hands-on experience with experimental measured data, as well as implementing AI algorithms using Python, C++, and MATLAB. The core of the project involves collecting and analyzing measurement data from vibrating mechanical systems (primarily rotating equipment) and designing machine learning algorithms to identify both known faults through classification methods and unknown faults through clustering methods. The ultimate goal is to implement the best-suited algorithms in a prototype automated system that can notify users of emerging failures and provide a framework for predictive maintenance. The data collected will be used to generate data-based scheduled maintenance procedures for operators. The successful candidate will receive a 6-month industry placement opportunity as part of the program.
RMIT-CSIRO Next-Gen PhD in Human-Machine Collaborative Intelligence via machine learning
This PhD scholarship opportunity focuses on investigating, designing and implementing machine learning algorithms for human and machine collaboration. The project will be completed in the STEM College and is funded by a 3.5-year scholarship under a Data61/CSIRO Next Generation Artificial Intelligence program in collaboration with Yellow Fin Robotic Solutions. The successful candidate will work on developing machine learning methods, especially deep learning models and artificial neural networks, to advance human-machine collaborative intelligence. The program includes a 6-month industry placement opportunity with the industry partner, providing valuable practical experience alongside academic research. The scholarship provides comprehensive funding including stipend, training expenses, and travel support.
RMIT-CSIRO Next-Gen PhD in Design and Intelligent Control System for a Recycling Plant
This PhD scholarship offers an opportunity to conduct research in mechanical design, manufacturing engineering, and implement machine learning algorithms for the purpose of robot vision, perception, inspection and autonomy of service robots. The project will be completed in the STEM College and is funded by a 3.5-year scholarship under a Data61/CSIRO Next Generation Artificial Intelligence program in collaboration with Inergy. The successful candidate will work on developing intelligent control systems for recycling plant operations, combining mechanical engineering expertise with advanced machine learning techniques. The program includes a 6-month industry placement opportunity to provide practical experience and industry engagement.
RMIT-CSIRO Next-Gen PhD in Autonomous IoT Robot for Solar Panels Detection and Cleaning
This PhD scholarship opportunity focuses on investigating, designing and implementing machine learning algorithms for robot vision, perception, inspection and autonomy of service robots. The project will be completed in the STEM College and is funded by a 3.5-year scholarship under a Data61/CSIRO Next Generation Artificial Intelligence program in collaboration with Applied Solar Energy. The successful candidate will develop solutions using machine learning for autonomous IoT robots specifically designed for solar panel detection and cleaning applications. The program includes a 6-month industry placement opportunity with Applied Solar Energy, providing practical experience in deploying AI and robotics solutions in renewable energy contexts. This research addresses critical challenges in maintaining solar energy infrastructure through autonomous systems and advanced machine learning techniques.
RMIT-CSIRO Next-Gen PhD in AI and Machine Learning in Service Robots
This PhD scholarship supports research to investigate, design and implement machine learning algorithms for the purpose of robot vision, perception, inspection and autonomy of service robots. The project will be completed in the STEM College and is funded by a 3.5-year scholarship under a Data61/CSIRO Next Generation Artificial Intelligence program in collaboration with Downer Group. The program provides comprehensive support including stipend, training expenses, travel funding, and a 6-month industry placement opportunity with practical application in mechanical services and robotics.
RMIT full HDR/PhD scholarship
This scholarship supports research in AI-driven clinical decision-making, focusing on improving accuracy, sensitivity, and reliability in healthcare applications. The research project aims to enhance AI-driven clinical decision-making by improving accuracy, sensitivity, and reliability in healthcare through advanced AI methodologies. This scholarship is ideal for candidates interested in Generative AI, Natural Language processing, and healthcare innovation. The scholarship provides a stipend to support doctoral research at RMIT University in the School of Computing Technologies.
RMIT Water: Effective Technologies and Tools (WETT) Research Centre PhD scholarship
The RMIT Water: Effective Technologies and Tools (WETT) Research Centre PhD scholarship supports doctoral research focused on water technologies and tools. This scholarship opportunity is available at RMIT University and is designed for students with a strong background in relevant engineering fields such as chemical engineering or material engineering. The scholarship provides financial support for PhD candidates conducting research within the WETT Research Centre, which focuses on developing effective technologies and tools for water-related challenges. The scholarship is open to both domestic and international students who demonstrate appropriate academic qualifications and research potential in the relevant technical areas.
RMIT PhD scholarship in Vietnam
RMIT offers fully funded scholarships for Vietnam-based PhD candidates who fulfil the scholarship eligibility requirements, subject to availability of funding. The scholarship provides comprehensive support including full tuition fee coverage and a monthly stipend of 14 million VND (170 million VND annually). The program offers co-supervision across campuses, access to world-class expertise across disciplines, leading-edge resources, collaboration with industry partners, and a multi-disciplinary approach. Ideal candidates should have a strong technological mindset and a passion for uncovering system vulnerabilities, particularly in machine learning. Their focus will be on identifying potential software issues and developing effective solutions. Selected candidates will work alongside world-class researchers to produce high-quality publications and impactful results.
RMIT Indigenous HDR Scholarships (RIHS)
The RMIT Indigenous HDR Scholarships (RIHS) are funded by the Research Training Program and are awarded on the basis of academic excellence and research potential to Indigenous candidates undertaking a research doctoral degree. These scholarships provide comprehensive financial support including a generous stipend with RMIT top-up, fee offset, relocation allowance, and paid leave provisions. The scholarships are designed specifically for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students pursuing higher degree research at RMIT University. Recipients must register with the Ngarara Willim Centre, RMIT's dedicated support service for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. The scholarships support both PhD and Masters by Research programs, with the duration varying based on the degree type.
RMIT - Boeing Alliance PhD Scholarship
The RMIT - Boeing Alliance Scholarship program supports PhD students to conduct cutting edge research in areas of strategic interest to the future of aerospace design and manufacturing. The program seeks enthusiastic and talented HDR students to conduct research in conjunction with leading multi-national industry partner Boeing. Available project topics include Advanced Composite Structures, Additive Manufacturing, Design and Simulation. Successful candidates will be co-supervised by a Boeing staff member and depending on the project undertake at least a portion of their research at Boeing's manufacturing plant in Port Melbourne.
Professor Robert & Josephine Shanks Scholarship
The Professor Robert & Josephine Shanks Scholarship provides further financial assistance for PhD program by research students in science, engineering or technology who have been awarded an RMIT Stipend Scholarship (RSS). The scholarship is designed to support students who demonstrate the highest probability of success in their field and provides supplemental funding to enhance their research capabilities during their PhD studies. The scholarship holder must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident undertaking full-time PhD research at RMIT University.
PhD scholarship: Developing advanced materials for mercury capture in natural gas reservoirs
This joint RMIT-CSIRO PhD scholarship supports research on elemental mercury capture in natural gas reservoirs using polymer-based materials. The scholarship is designed for students passionate about conducting cutting-edge research in the mercury area. The successful candidate will be expected to work across both RMIT University and CSIRO as requested. Experience with polymer materials or adsorbents, mercury removal via oxidation or adsorption, and materials characterization techniques such as XRD, BET, UV-vis, FT-IR, and Hg sensing techniques is preferred. The research aims to develop advanced polymer materials for effective mercury removal in natural gas applications.
PhD scholarship to study the experiences of LGBTIQ religious high-school-aged youth
A study of the experiences of LGBTIQ religious high-school-aged youth will be a significant part of an ARC Discovery project's contribution to knowledge and will be carried out by the successful PhD candidate. This PhD exploring LGBTIQ religious youth is part of a larger study into the knowledges and practices about sexuality and religion that form the everyday worlds of young people who are religious. This is significant because of its nationwide, deep yet comparative approach to a key time in the development of a young person's identity. Expected outcomes include strategic health policy and curriculum development advice that responds to current debates around religious exemptions to anti-discrimination law and creates better education and health care for religious and LGBTIQ youth. Benefits resulting from better health care and education will include increased well being for religious LGBTIQ youth, conservatively religious and newly arrived youth communities in Australia. The PhD student will focus on data from the state school research sites and will take responsibility for the analysis and dissemination of data relating to LGBTIQ religious youth. The student will be based at RMIT and co-supervised by CIs Johnson and Hickey-Moody.
PhD scholarship is supported by 2023 Johnson & Johnson WiSTEM2D award
This PhD scholarship is supported by the 2023 Johnson & Johnson WiSTEM2D award and is suitable for candidates who have research backgrounds in chemistry, materials, and chemical engineering. The scholarship offers great opportunities for academic skill training and industry engagement for the candidates. The award aims to support doctoral research in STEM fields with a focus on women in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, manufacturing, and design (WiSTEM2D). The scholarship is offered through RMIT University and provides stipend support for three years of doctoral research.
PhD scholarship in 'Structures and Materials': Manufacturing Alloys with Refined Microstructure through Severe Plastic Deformation (SPD) for High strength and Radiation Resistance
This project will deploy SPD techniques in a novel way for manufacturing materials with refined grains which will have potentially enhanced mechanical properties and improved radiation tolerance. The aim of this project is to manufacture novel materials with high strength and radiation tolerance using SPD techniques, characterize them with advanced techniques such as scanning and transmission electron microscopy (SEM and TEM), irradiate them with high energy particles such as He or heavy ions (e.g. Fe, Ni, Cr, etc.), and study the changes in mechanical properties due to the irradiation through nano-indentation in situ micro-mechanical testing. The project provides opportunities to collaborate with ANSTO and universities and institutes in the UK and Germany. Knowledge and background in Solid Mechanics, Structural Mechanics, Engineering Materials, and Finite Element Analysis are desirable.
PhD scholarship in 'Structures and Materials': Defect Analysis and Fatigue Life Prediction in Additively Manufactured Alloys using Machine Learning
This PhD scholarship project aims to develop an innovative fatigue damage model that incorporates detailed defect characteristics using machine learning and multiscale modeling for additively manufactured aerospace metal alloys. The project will deploy artificial intelligence and deep learning to evaluate structural integrity and predict fatigue life of additively manufactured aerospace metal alloys. High-resolution X-ray computed tomography (CT) will be employed to observe and quantify the dynamic changes of defects in AM Ni-based alloys with varying porosities and printing orientations during fatigue testing. The scholarship is offered through RMIT University's School of Engineering and is valued at $33,826 per year.
PhD scholarship in the project of First-Principles Modelling and Property Prediction of Emerging Two-Dimensional Materials
This scholarship supports a PhD student with a background in computer science or physics to investigate novel 2D metal oxide materials using DFT (Density Functional Theory) simulations for advanced materials discovery. The research focuses on first-principles modelling and property prediction of emerging two-dimensional materials, applying computational tools to solve real-world materials challenges. The position requires strong analytical skills and involves working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment at RMIT University.
PhD scholarship in the group of Prof Yingyan Zhang
A full PhD scholarship for highly motivated students in Engineering, specifically targeting those with bachelor's or master's degrees in Civil, Mechanical, Materials, and Aerospace engineering. The scholarship is offered by RMIT University and provides comprehensive financial support for doctoral research conducted under the supervision of Professor Yingyan Zhang. This opportunity is designed to support advanced research in engineering disciplines and is open to both domestic and international students currently in Australia. The scholarship covers full tuition fees and provides a living allowance to enable recipients to focus on their research without financial burden. Successful applicants will conduct research within Prof. Zhang's research group at RMIT University.
PhD scholarship in solid-state radiofrequency-optical quantum transducers
In collaboration with Diamond Defence and Phasor Innovation, this project aims to develop radiofrequency (RF) receivers and spectrum analysers based on quantum materials acting as RF-optical transducers. The transducers developed in this project rely on optically active quantum spins housed in a wide bandgap material to convert an input RF signal into an optical signal, thereby electromagnetically decoupling the RF input from the detection electronics. The quantum-based technology developed in this project has thus the potential to overcome the limitations of traditional semiconductor-based RF detection technology which suffers degraded performance and even damage when subjected to high power signals during jamming events. Two specific quantum materials will be explored in the project: diamond containing nitrogen-vacancy spins, and hexagonal boron nitride containing isotropic spins. The project will involve realising lab demonstrators and prototypes of the proposed quantum RF receivers and spectrum analysers, including designing the RF delivery, optical readout, signal processing, and software interface, and evaluating and optimising their performance.
PhD scholarship in protein-based quantum sensors
This scholarship is for students with a strong physics background interested in conducting multidisciplinary research (experiments and/or theory) into the magneto-optical properties of genetically engineered proteins. The project has both experimental and theory components, so candidates interested in theory only are welcome to apply. The research is conducted within the Quantum Nanoscience Laboratory at RMIT University and focuses on studying the magneto-optical properties of genetically engineered proteins for quantum sensor applications. This is a multidisciplinary research opportunity that bridges physics, biology, and quantum technology.
PhD scholarship in physical chemistry of proteins and drug delivery
This PhD project aims to use ionic liquids or salts to create biocompatible protein nanoparticles for enhanced oral delivery of insulin and bioactive compounds, transforming therapeutic delivery systems. The scholarship supports a PhD candidate with a strong interest in physical chemistry and pharmaceutical sciences, focusing on nanotechnology, drug delivery systems, and related fields. The scholarship involves collaboration with national facilities such as the Australian Synchrotron and researchers from other universities. The research will focus on developing innovative approaches to protein nanoparticle formation using ionic liquids to improve oral bioavailability of therapeutic compounds.
PhD scholarship in low-grade iron ore upgrade
One CSIRO-RMIT co-funded PhD scholarship is available to conduct research into mineral resources. The successful candidate will have a unique opportunity to work closely with researchers and technical experts from CSIRO in a multi-disciplinary team environment. The objective of this PhD project is to understand the various types of matrix gangue minerals present in Australian and Indian iron ores, and to study the transformation mechanisms of their structure, their ionic conductivity, and their ion exchange properties during an upgrade process involving leaching of impurities. The PhD candidate will gain intensive knowledge in innovative processing protocols for complex mineral processing, mineral leaching process, and mining site environmental science through hands-on experiments as well as collaborations with CSIRO Mineral Resources experts. This is a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge research of mineral resources recovery and mining site environmental management.
PhD scholarship in energy storage and conversion
This PhD scholarship opportunity focuses on interdisciplinary research in energy materials, electrochemistry and battery technology. The research will investigate the sodium and sulfur redox reaction mechanism through the combination of cutting-edge in situ experiments and computational investigations. The project aims to address practical challenges in room temperature sodium sulfur batteries (RT-NaSBs), which are a promising next generation energy storage system due to the low cost and abundant reservation of sodium and sulfur elements. The research will investigate the sulfur redox reaction mechanism through cutting-edge in situ experiments and computational investigations. Knowledge outcomes will inform the rational design and optimisation of electrocatalysts to solve the sodium polysulphides shuttle effect, relieve sluggish reaction kinetics, and eliminate the formation of Na metal dendrites at the anode.
PhD scholarship in chemical engineering
This PhD scholarship opportunity is supported by an ARC Future Fellowship project and is suitable for candidates with expertise in responsive materials and membrane fabrication. The scholarship provides funding for research in chemical engineering at RMIT University, focusing on advanced materials development. Two scholarships are available for Masters or undergraduate students who wish to pursue doctoral research in this specialized field. The research project is led by the School of Engineering at RMIT and offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge materials science and engineering applications.
PhD scholarship in bacterial pathogenesis
This PhD project focuses on understanding the virulence mechanisms of newly discovered Campylobacter species through bioinformatics, genome editing, organoid and tissue culture, and animal work. The scholarship is associated with the Australian Eggs-funded 'SLD Pathogenesis-INNO023' project. The successful candidate will receive a PhD stipend and a tuition fee waiver to conduct research on bacterial pathogenesis, specifically investigating Campylobacter species virulence mechanisms using advanced molecular and computational techniques. The research will involve multidisciplinary approaches including bioinformatics analysis, genome editing technologies, organoid culture systems, tissue culture work, and animal models to elucidate how these bacterial pathogens cause disease.
PhD scholarship in advanced porous hybrid Nanostructures
This PhD scholarship aims to address challenges in advanced energy generation and storage technologies by developing advanced porous hybrid nanostructures with precise control over morphology, thickness uniformity, and surface chemistry through an innovative method. Two-dimensional hybrid nanostructures play a pivotal role in advanced energy generation and storage technologies, offering significant advantages in enhancing the efficiency, capacity, and stability of energy storage devices such as supercapacitors. Their unique properties enable greater charge storage, while the presence of interconnected porous networks facilitates efficient ion transport, thereby reducing internal resistance. The tunable nature of these porous structures allows for the optimization of mechanical properties, making them particularly suitable for flexible and wearable energy storage applications. By leveraging this cutting-edge approach, the project aims to unlock new possibilities for next-generation energy systems, where improved charge capacity, faster ion transport, and enhanced mechanical flexibility are paramount.
PhD scholarship in Standardisation of Analytic Methods for Micro/nano-plastics
This PhD scholarship is offered through RMIT University's central round PhD scholarship program. The project aims to critically assess existing analytical methods and develop a harmonised, validated protocol suitable for routine monitoring of microplastics in environmental samples including soil, sediment, water, and biota. The research will focus on developing standardised methods for micro- and nanoplastics analysis to improve environmental monitoring capabilities. This scholarship provides an annual stipend and supports doctoral research in environmental science and analytical chemistry, addressing the growing concern of plastic pollution in various environmental matrices.
PhD scholarship in Spin defects in 2D materials for nanoscale quantum sensing
This scholarship opportunity is for students with a strong physics background interested in conducting experimental research into the optical and quantum properties of novel nanomaterials for nanoscale sensing applications. The research focuses on spin defects in 2D materials and their applications in quantum sensing at the nanoscale. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Dr Jean-Philippe Tetienne and will be enrolled in the PhD (Applied Physics) program at RMIT University. The research involves both experimental and theoretical work, requiring a strong background in optics, condensed matter physics, and quantum physics.
PhD scholarship in Self-Assembled Peptide Based Smart Bioinks
The scholarship will be provided by the College of STEM at RMIT University to support research in Self-Assembled Peptide Based Smart Bioinks. This PhD scholarship offers financial support for doctoral research focused on developing innovative bioink materials based on self-assembled peptides. The research aims to advance smart bioink technologies with potential applications in biomedical engineering and tissue engineering. The scholarship provides a stipend to support the candidate throughout their doctoral studies at RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia.
PhD scholarship in Revealing the drivers of coastal wetland vegetation establishment to improve restoration outcomes
This is a STEM College Industry-Funded PhD Scholarship at RMIT University focused on coastal wetland vegetation establishment research. The scholarship aims to reveal the drivers that influence coastal wetland vegetation establishment with the goal of improving restoration outcomes for these critical ecosystems. This research is particularly important for understanding how to successfully restore degraded coastal wetlands, which play vital roles in coastal protection, carbon sequestration, and biodiversity conservation. The scholarship provides comprehensive support for a doctoral candidate to conduct advanced research in this environmental science domain over a 3.5 year period.
PhD scholarship in Quantum-enhanced optical microscopy
This is an RMIT funded scholarship supporting the AFOSR (Air Force Office of Scientific Research) program. The scholarship supports doctoral research in quantum-enhanced optical microscopy at RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia. The research will be conducted under the supervision of Prof Andrew Greentree. This scholarship provides funding for a PhD candidate to pursue advanced research in the field of quantum physics and optical microscopy, combining quantum technologies with microscopy techniques to achieve enhanced imaging capabilities. The scholarship is part of RMIT's research program in quantum science and photonics.
PhD scholarship in Quantum Imaging and Sensing with Single Photon Emitters
This PhD scholarship offers an opportunity to explore the advantages of photon correlation microscopy for sensing in practical biological systems. The successful candidate will develop new theoretical and modelling approaches in quantum sensing and imaging using single photon emitters, such as the nitrogen-vacancy colour centre in diamond. The developed approaches will be tested by experimental colleagues, and the work will involve collaboration with other universities in Australia and abroad. This project is ideal for candidates with a strong background in quantum mechanics and an interest in applying theory and modelling to practical tasks in biological imaging and sensing.
PhD scholarship in Optical Power and Data Interfaces for Next-Gen Miniaturized Implants
This scholarship is funded as part of an ARC Linkage Project to support research on optical power and data interfaces for miniaturized implants. The research project is titled 'Next-Gen Miniaturized Implants Using All-Optical Power and Data Interfaces'. This PhD opportunity is designed for candidates with a background in Microfabrication and Electronics who wish to contribute to cutting-edge research in biomedical engineering and implantable device technology. The scholarship supports doctoral research that addresses challenges in developing optical interfaces for power delivery and data communication in miniaturized medical implants.
PhD scholarship in Materials Design and ARC Discovery Project Next Generation Lipid Nanoparticles
This is a 3-year PhD scholarship funded by the Australian Research Council (ARC) to work with a world-leading research team in theoretical Physics and AI-driven materials design. The project focuses on developing a library of a new class of lipid nanoparticles engineered with tuneable internal structure and composition, exploring their behaviour in biological environments for applications in vaccine and drug delivery. The design rules for engineering these novel lipid nanoparticles and their biological interactions will be informed through computer simulations using high performance computing via physics-based and artificial intelligence algorithms. The research will benefit Australia economically, commercially, and environmentally through the development of high-value materials for the future benefit of the Australian biomedical, agriculture, and food sectors. The collaborative research will contribute to improved therapeutic delivery, crop productivity, nutrient uptake, food shelf life, and other applications. The computational part of the project at RMIT University will be performed in collaboration with experimental teams at Olivia Newton Jones Cancer Research Centre and the University of Melbourne. Successful candidates will learn and apply pioneering technologies for designing and characterising nanoparticles for biomedical and other applications in world-leading laboratories.
PhD scholarship in Fundamental characterisation of high-phosphorus iron ores
This CSIRO-RMIT co-funded PhD scholarship supports cutting-edge research in mineral resources recovery and mining site environmental management. The PhD candidate will work on innovative processing protocols for complex mineral processing, mineral leaching processes, and mining site environmental science. The research will be conducted through hands-on experiments and collaborations with CSIRO Mineral Resources experts. The candidate should have experience in one or more of the following research areas: Mineralogy, Mineral Processing, Hydrometallurgy, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Geochemistry. This opportunity provides intensive knowledge development in these fields while contributing to environmental management solutions for the mining sector.
PhD scholarship in Explainable AI and autonomous decision making
The pervasiveness of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies is increasingly evident in all facets of lives. Particularly in the contemporary business world, AI is being extensively used to support business managers in decision-making either in a primary or secondary role. The autonomy of AI systems ranges from semi-autonomous to fully autonomous. As the pace of AI autonomy advances using vast amounts of data and feature engineering, their appearance is getting opaquer and more incomprehensible for humans. This phenomenon generates an imminent need to develop mechanisms to enhance the explainability of AI, especially for users and those likely to get affected. This PhD will develop a framework to identify the analytical rationale behind AI systems. Through an extant review of academic and practitioners' literature, the first deliverable of the PhD will be a holistic summary of the current issues around the explainability of AI and its implications in autonomous decision-making. The second deliverable is expected to be a transdisciplinary experiment-based investigation where guidance from various disciplines such as data science, social science, computer science, and organisational behaviour is synergised to understand the explainability of AI and its impact on autonomous decision-making in an organisational setting. The expected outcome will be a framework for autonomous decision-making through explainable AI. The developed framework will be tested through various case studies, conducted together with a PhD Internship at Infonyx Pty Ltd, a data solutions company recently recognised in the Financial Times as one of the high-growth companies in the Asia-Pacific region.
PhD scholarship in Enhancing Discoverability of Australian Children's TV in the Streaming Era
This PhD scholarship is attached to an Australian Research Council (ARC) Industry Fellowship project that will examine how children use streaming platforms to discover different types of screen entertainment content. The project seeks applicants with a background in media and communication/cultural studies and/or child development to undertake a PhD exploring how children use streaming video on demand platforms to watch screen entertainment. The research will involve conducting child audience research in collaboration with the Lead Chief Investigator Jessica Balanzategui. Expertise in children's media, streaming video platforms and/or screen audience/ethnographic research methods is preferred.
PhD scholarship in Children's Gamble-Play Cultures
This PhD scholarship is attached to an Australian Research Council (ARC) Discovery project that will examine how children use mobile phones to engage in gambling-like play behaviours. The scholarship seeks applicants with a background in media and communication/cultural studies and/or child development to undertake research exploring children's experiences of gamble-play: engagement with chance and risk via certain types of videogames, apps, and play spaces. The project will be part of a larger Australian Research Council Discovery Project examining how mobile phones operate as gateways to gambling for children. Expertise in children's media and/or ethnographic methods, and/or experience conducting research with children is preferred.
PhD scholarship in CSIRO Industry PhD Program
The CSIRO Industry PhD Program (iPhD) is a four-year research training program, focusing on applied research that benefits industry by solving real-world challenges. It aims to produce the next generation of innovation leaders with the skills to work at the interface of research and industry in Australia. The program includes admission to a university PhD program with supervision by the participating university, CSIRO, and an industry partner. Students receive a four year scholarship package totalling $46,000 per annum (2024 rate), a four year Project Expense and Development package of $13,000 per annum, a three month industry engagement component with the industry partner, and a structured professional development and training program to develop applied research skills. Successful students are subject to the policies, procedures and guidelines of the participating university in addition to the CSIRO Industry PhD Program terms and conditions. Students will receive a standard PhD on completion.
PhD scholarship in Biomedical Sciences
This is a researcher funded scholarship linked to a National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) ideas grant to investigate respiratory infection and novel therapeutics. The scholarship is offered through RMIT University's School of Health and Biomedical Sciences and provides funding for a doctoral research candidate to work on biomedical research related to respiratory infections. The scholarship provides financial support for a PhD student to undertake innovative research in biomedical sciences with a focus on developing novel therapeutic approaches. This opportunity is specifically connected to an NHMRC-funded research project and will allow the successful candidate to contribute to cutting-edge research in respiratory health and infectious diseases.
PhD scholarship in Advanced protective coatings for thermal energy management devices
This ARC Linkage industrial-based PhD project is defined in partnership between RMIT University and industry partner and aims to address the common issues of 3D-printed thermal energy management devices (TEMDs) in a corrosive medium. To achieve this purpose, an innovative plasma electrolytic coating technology will be combined with advanced nanomaterial synthesis and deposition for fabricating robust coating layers for TEMDs. It is expected that the outcome of this project will significantly enhance the corrosion resistance, mechanical properties, and thermal conductivity of the part. Such coatings will provide considerable benefits, including reducing system lifecycle waste, and manufacturing costs. The successful candidate will be based at RMIT University's Melbourne City campus, but frequent travel is required between various campuses and industry sites across Victoria.
PhD scholarship in ARC DECRA
This PhD scholarship is associated with an Australian Research Council (ARC) Discovery Early Career Researcher Award (DECRA) project. The scholarship supports doctoral research in materials chemistry with a focus on crystal structure and wet-laboratory skills. The position particularly values candidates with knowledge of theoretical computations and modelling. The research will be conducted at RMIT University under the supervision of a DECRA award recipient, providing an excellent opportunity to work on cutting-edge materials research at one of Australia's leading universities. The scholarship provides full stipend support for the duration of PhD candidature.
PhD scholarship in AI-Enhanced Cybersecurity Education
This PhD project focuses on cybersecurity education using AI-driven, gamified platforms to enhance engagement, retention, and skill development. The scholarship is offered through RMIT University's PhD in Computer Science program (DR221). The research will explore innovative approaches to cybersecurity education by leveraging artificial intelligence technologies and gamification techniques to improve learning outcomes for cybersecurity students and professionals. The project aligns with expertise areas including Cyber Security, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Software Engineering, and Social-AI with a focus on human-centered AI design and usable security.
PhD scholarship in AI and HRM in Healthcare
This PhD scholarship opportunity is offered by RMIT University for research in Artificial Intelligence and Human Resource Management in the healthcare sector. The scholarship provides comprehensive funding for the full duration of a PhD program, supporting research at the intersection of AI and HRM in healthcare contexts. The program aims to support candidates with a strong interest in AI and HRM research, requiring intermediate understanding of qualitative and quantitative research methods. The scholarship is specifically designed for domestic students pursuing doctoral research in this interdisciplinary field, combining technology, management, and healthcare domains.
PhD scholarship in 'Composite Materials and Structures'
This PhD scholarship opportunity will develop and test novel 3D printed composite materials for next generation high performance aircraft. The aims of the research are to develop efficient and accurate computational and experimental methodologies for characterising hybrid, multifunctional 3D printed fibre-polymer composites and explore novel techniques for enhancing the fracture toughness and damage tolerance properties in order to develop next generation 3D printed composites with high strength and toughness. The scholarship provides financial support for doctoral candidates conducting research in Engineering or Science with a focus on advanced materials and structural mechanics.
PhD scholarship for women in STEM
The PhD scholarship supports new STEM research by women about enterprising women in Southeast Asia (including Timor-Leste). The scholarship enables women from Southeast Asia (including Timor-Leste) to undertake doctoral studies in priority STEM research fields relevant to the future social development of the region, such as gender equity and women's empowerment, decent work and economic growth, responsible production and consumption, sustainable cities and communities, and digital transformation. The scholarship provides tuition fee coverage for 3.6 years with extension available, a monthly stipend of 14 million VND, and 3,000 AUD for research-related activities.
PhD scholarship for physics, photonics and optics
RMIT University is offering full PhD scholarships for highly motivated outstanding candidates to conduct research in physics, photonics and optics. The scholarships cover both fundamental research funded by the Australian Research Council and applied research funded by Australian industry partners. Research topics include: 3D laser nanoprinting, nanophotonics device fabrication and characterisation for all optical communications, 2D materials and graphene photonics, 3D printing of composite materials, nanophotonics solar energy harvesting, storage and applications, and photonics approach for solar thermal energy harvesting. The scholarship provides a stipend of $32,841 per year plus a fee waiver for 3.5 years.
PhD scholarship at the research group of Dist Prof Jie Yang
This PhD scholarship opportunity is offered at RMIT University within the research group of Distinguished Professor Jie Yang. The research focuses on new cement materials, with applications in civil, mechanical, or material engineering. The scholarship is designed to support students with excellent academic performance who are strong in computer simulations and experimental testing. The position is available for students who wish to conduct research at the intersection of materials science and engineering, specifically focused on developing innovative cement materials for construction and industrial applications.
PhD scholarship Project: Planning for effective parent-school partnerships for students with a disability
This is a unique opportunity to undertake a fully funded PhD in educational research focused on inclusive education and parent-school partnerships for students with disabilities. The successful applicant will work with academics at RMIT's School of Education and with industry partner Noah's Ark, who are the project funders. This fully funded PhD includes both tuition fees and a living stipend for three years. The research will be conducted in partnership between RMIT University and Noah's Ark, allowing the successful candidate to design, develop and carry out research on planning for effective parent-school partnerships for students with a disability. The scholarship is specifically aimed at advancing knowledge in inclusive education practices.
PhD scholarship Methane emissions from wastewater treatment
This project aims to quantify methane emissions from wastewater treatment plants. The expected outcomes are improved understanding of methane emissions from within the plant, their spatial and temporal variability, and how they contribute to the total emissions. This may reduce emissions of methane. The CSIRO Industry PhD Program (iPhD) is a research training program, focusing on applied research that benefits industry by solving real-world challenges. It aims to produce the next generation of innovation leaders with the skills to work at the interface of research and industry in Australia. The scholarship provides admission to RMIT University PhD program, a four-year scholarship valued at $47,000 per annum, a project expense and development package of up to $13,000 per annum, supervision by CSIRO, an industry partner and the host university, a 60-day Industry Engagement component with the industry partner, and a structured professional development and training package.
PhD in river barrier modification for synergistic hydropower generation and nature restoration
This PhD scholarship is an ideal opportunity for an Engineering student interested in hydropower and its environmental impacts creating sustainable solutions. The research focuses on river barrier modification systems that achieve synergistic outcomes for both hydropower generation and nature restoration. The scholarship provides full funding for a doctoral research project at RMIT University in Australia. The successful candidate will work on developing innovative solutions that balance renewable energy generation through hydropower with environmental conservation and ecosystem restoration in river systems.
PhD in human-centric cyber security for the project investigating designing and developing inclusive and intelligent cybersecurity literacy tools
This scholarship will support the project titled 'Designing Inclusive and Intelligent Cybersecurity Literacy Tools,' which aims to develop advanced tools tailored to meet the diverse needs of marginalised communities. The scholarship provides full funding for a PhD candidate to conduct research in the area of human-centric cyber security at RMIT University. The research focuses on developing innovative cybersecurity literacy tools that are both inclusive and intelligent, addressing the specific challenges faced by underserved populations in understanding and engaging with cybersecurity concepts.
PhD in autonomous discovery of inhibitors - Experimental
This PhD scholarship focuses on developing autonomous discovery of materials through robotic systems that will dramatically increase the rate of materials discovery. The research involves exploring high throughput experimentation through robots and investigating the nature of metal corrosion inhibitor interactions at a fundamental level. The successful candidate will work with three world-class teams to integrate systems together to provide autonomous discovery experimentation. This represents an innovative approach to materials science combining robotics, chemistry, and materials engineering to advance the field of corrosion inhibition.
PhD in autonomous discovery of green inhibitors -Modelling and AI
This PhD scholarship focuses on opening up the next generation of materials discovery through the development of modelling and AI techniques driving autonomous discovery of materials. The successful candidate will explore the nature of metal corrosion inhibitor interactions through advanced molecular modelling and integrate this understanding into the formulation of evolutionary algorithms to discover new inhibitors. The research will work with robotic systems to dramatically increase the rate of materials discovery. The candidate will work with 3 world leading teams to advance this cutting-edge research in computational materials science and artificial intelligence.
PhD Scholarship to optimise and improve aeration process in sewage
The RMIT School of Engineering funded PhD stipend scholarship is available for an aspiring chemical engineering graduate (Bachelors/Masters) to conduct research in wastewater treatment project. The project provides opportunity to conduct research at both RMIT campus and also at industrial partner facility at large scale. The project will provide numerous research and development opportunities including development of phenomenological and CFD models for aeration systems of sewage treatment plant, and development of lab scale and pilot scale experimental rigs. The scholarship provides stipend of $34,841 per annum pro rata (full-time) for three years, and successful applicants will also be awarded a Tuition Fee Scholarship if required.
PhD Scholarship on Water and Low Emission Technology
This PhD project aims to develop novel nanofibre membranes with superhydrophobicity using novel polymer chemistry and nanofibre morphology. Superhydrophobic membranes with water repellent properties are required for emerging processes such as membrane distillation (MD), for example to draw freshwater vapor from saline water, and membrane gas absorption (MGA). The scholarship provides a stipend of $35,886 per annum for 3.5 years to support a doctoral research candidate working on this innovative water treatment technology with applications in low emission processes. This research is part of RMIT University's commitment to advancing sustainable water technologies and environmental engineering solutions.
PhD Scholarship in 'Using nanoparticles to enhance the immune response and improve vaccine efficacy'
This project will examine the immune response to vaccines using various nanoparticle formulations and determine how they interact with cells to generate a strong immune response, capable of protecting against severe diseases such as cancer or malaria. The study aims to examine the immune response to vaccines using various nanoparticle formulations and adjuvant combinations and examining how they interact with cells of the immune system to generate a strong immune response, capable of protecting against severe diseases such as ovarian cancer or malaria. The laboratory focuses on viral sized nanoparticles as adjuvanting vaccine delivery systems to improve both the antibody mediated and cellular immune response. These nanoparticles can either have the vaccine antigen attached to their surface, or be simply mixed with the antigen with a combination of other adjuvants to increase the vaccine response. The research will use new and standard cell biology and immunology techniques to assess the phenotype and function of immune cells from animal models, including multicolour flowcytometry, cell sorting, multiplex cytokine analysis, IVIS imaging, as well as ELISA, ELISPOT, immunohistology/immunofluorescence, proliferation and functional T cell assays.
PhD Scholarship in 'Understanding COVID-19 and improving our immune response to the vaccines'
This PhD scholarship provides an opportunity to work with immunologists, bioinformaticians and clinical trials to better understand the effects and long-term complications of COVID-19 on the immune system, or the response to COVID-19 vaccines in different populations such as pregnant people and elderly individuals. The Cancer, Ageing and Vaccines Laboratory offers four distinct PhD project topics, all utilizing clinical samples and working with clinical collaborators across Australia. Projects include investigating healthcare workers and Long COVID-19, COVID-19 and the development of autoimmunity, improving vaccine immunity to COVID-19 through multi-institutional large scale human trials, and examining the impact of PEG on vaccine efficacy and adverse reactivity in mRNA COVID-19 vaccines.
PhD Scholarship in the Centre for Advanced Defence Structures and Materials Experimentation (CADSME)
The Centre for Advanced Defence Structures and Materials Experimentation (CADSME) PhD Program focuses on novel and cutting-edge technology development for real-world defence applications. This scholarship provides financial support for doctoral research in advanced structures and materials experimentation relevant to defence applications. The program is designed for students with a background or strong interest in advanced structures and materials testing, offering an opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge defence technology development through rigorous academic research. The scholarship provides full funding for the duration of the PhD candidature, enabling recipients to focus entirely on their research without financial constraints.
PhD Scholarship in orthopaedics and Knee surgery
This PhD project aims to investigate the biomechanical effects of the transfemoral hole characteristics on femoral bone integrity following hip replacement surgery. Using finite element modelling (FEM) to simulate different hole configurations and validating these models with cadaveric femur specimens, this study will provide crucial insights to optimise surgical techniques and improve implant longevity. The research will focus on biomechanical analysis of orthopaedic procedures, specifically examining how surgical hole characteristics impact bone integrity post-surgery. This scholarship supports doctoral research in the field of biomedical engineering and orthopaedics, with applications for improved patient outcomes in hip replacement procedures.
PhD Scholarship in Target Detection and Tracking
This scholarship is for someone with a background in electrical or computer engineering. It will involve investigating a new methodology for target detection and tracking using machine learning. This research project is to understand how machine learning can be exploited in the areas of target detection and tracking. The goal is to develop tracking expertise in a new student who can subsequently work at either DSTG or in local industry/academia. The research will contribute outcomes to a number of relevant projects within defence. The candidate will be working on Signal Processing/Control Path Planning/Trajectory Planning Multi-Target Tracking/Multi-Object Tracking, Bayesian Filtering, Random Finite Set filters or closely related multi-target tracking approaches in radar.
PhD Scholarship in Spatial Health Research and Urban Design
This PhD scholarship explores how changes in neighbourhood walkability influence cardiovascular health in older adults, using geospatial analysis and mixed-methods research. The project sits at the intersection of urban health, geospatial science, and aging research, examining how neighbourhood walkability impacts cardiovascular health using geospatial analysis and mixed-methods research in urban neighbourhoods. It is ideal for candidates interested in spatial epidemiology, built environment and health, or the role of urban design in chronic disease prevention. The candidate will join an interdisciplinary team and have opportunities to co-author publications and engage with international collaborators.
PhD Scholarship in Renewable Energy Conversion and Storage
This scholarship supports young talents pursuing a career in renewable energy and advanced materials at RMIT University. The position involves working on ARC Projects focusing on functional materials as electrocatalysts and photocatalysts for renewable electrical-solar-chemical conversion, and for next generation batteries and supercapacitors. Candidates will conduct experimental work in materials synthesis, characterisation and application assessment in catalysis or battery technologies. The research is conducted in the School of Science at RMIT University under the supervision of Prof. Tianyi Ma.
PhD Scholarship in Relativistic Quantum Information Theory
This highly challenging PhD scholarship offers the opportunity to perform advanced theoretical work in relativistic quantum information (RQI), combining quantum information theory with key aspects of quantum field theory and general relativity. The project aims to investigate the effects of a fundamental minimum length on the nature of gravity and on how accurately we can make measurements. Using a novel approach inspired by information theory, the research will generate new knowledge by combining best theories of fundamental physics to model what happens at ultra-short distances. The expected outcomes include new connections between fundamental limitations on measurements, the nature of gravitation, and ultra-small-scale quantum physics. This work aims to address the fundamental question of how to unite quantum theory and gravitation.
PhD Scholarship in Regional News and Journalism
This PhD Scholarship is designed for individuals with previous study or professional experience in journalism, media, or communication who have an interest in the production and consumption of local news. The scholarship is attached to the Australian Research Council-funded project DE230101233: Addressing the Crisis of Local Visual News in Regional and Remote Australia. The research focuses on regional news journalism and visual news production in remote areas of Australia. The scholarship provides funding support for a doctoral candidate to conduct research over three years, contributing to understanding and addressing challenges in local news provision in regional communities.
PhD Scholarship in Quantifying Circular Economy Impacts in Australian workwear
This project aims to identify, measure and model circular economy initiatives in workwear. The expected outcome is an evidence-based mathematical decision tool, which enables impact measurement of circular economy initiatives in the workwear sector. The project aims to discover and optimise opportunities for net positive impact in workwear value chains, such as enhanced efficiencies, waste reduction, cost reduction, productivity increase, and lowered greenhouse gas emissions, while taking uncertainty into consideration. Using the high-visibility workwear industry as a case study, a guiding framework for circular economy decision-making in the apparel context can be built. This project is ultimately aimed at advancing the understanding of quantifiable impacts and building a clear business case for circularity in hi-vis workwear and associated textiles. The scholarship is part of the CSIRO Industry PhD Program, which provides comprehensive training and industry engagement opportunities.
PhD Scholarship in Privacy-Preserving Machine Learning
This PhD scholarship opportunity is designed for students interested in creative and challenging projects with a background in cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. The research project addresses a critical challenge in modern data analytics: enabling institutes to combine their data and derive mutual benefits through collaborative analytics while protecting sensitive data that cannot be shared across boundaries. The scholarship will support the development of new techniques for privacy-preserving collaborative analytics on sensitive data, which aim to realize mutual benefits while mitigating the renewed privacy concerns in this era of intelligence. The successful candidate will work on innovative approaches to enable secure data collaboration without compromising data privacy and security.
PhD Scholarship in Ovarian Cancer and the immune system
This project aims to pinpoint new blood immune based biomarkers as ovarian cancer diagnostics and prognostics with utility in the clinic alone or combined with existing tests. These will help women be diagnosed earlier and get onto the correct treatment earlier as well, resulting in increased survival. The research focuses on epithelial ovarian cancer, one of the leading causes of cancer related death in women, with poor prognosis hampered by lack of effective screening tools and treatment resistance. The project will use world-class big-data omics analysis of blood immune cells, including RNAseq, epigenetics, multicolour flowcytometry, cell sorting, multiplex cytokine analysis, and classical immune techniques. The laboratory uses a unique ovarian cancer animal model and blood samples from multiple human clinical trials. The scholarship is co-supervised by Dr April Kartikasari, Dr Andrew Stephens (Hudson Research Institute) and Professor Clare Scott (WEHI).
PhD Scholarship in Organ Models and Spine Biology
This PhD scholarship offers an opportunity to refine a 3D microfluidic intervertebral disc (IVD) model to enhance cell culture conditions, assess wear particle effects, and investigate cellular responses. The research focuses on optimizing a 3D microfluidic IVD model to study cell responses to wear particles, refining culture conditions, and analysing cytotoxic and inflammatory mechanisms. This project is based in biomedical engineering and biomedical sciences, with applications in understanding spinal health and the biological impacts of implant wear particles. The scholarship provides support for doctoral research at RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia, enabling advanced research in organ modeling and spine biology.
PhD Scholarship in Mood and Immunity in the Elderly: Big Data and Systems Biology
This PhD scholarship focuses on a cross-disciplinary study investigating the relationship between immune biomarkers in blood and depression across different age groups and genders. The research aims to correlate inflammatory status and epigenetic monocyte programming with depression in young and elderly, male and female volunteers. The study proposes that the propensity of immune cells to respond by high cytokine production to environmental challenges is mechanistically associated with mood and particularly depression. The laboratory uses world-class big-data 'omics' analysis of blood immune cells, including RNAseq, epigenetics, multicolour flowcytometry, cell sorting, multiplex cytokine analysis, and classical immunological techniques. The research is co-supervised by Dr Kirsty Wilson and Professor Katie Flanagan (UTAS), and led by Distinguished Professor Magdalena Plebanski. This scholarship provides an opportunity to work at the intersection of immunology, psychology, and bioinformatics to advance understanding of the relationship between the brain, the immune system, and overall human health.
PhD Scholarship in Metaverse and Artificial Intelligence for Next Generation Educational Technology Platforms
This is a unique and exciting opportunity for a PhD candidate to explore the application of Metaverse and use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to develop a framework for an educational technology platform and training programs that are challenging to offer in real-world setting. The Metaverse is considered the third wave of the Internet revolution, able to support persistent interconnected online 3D virtual environments and promising to bring new levels of social connection and collaboration in education. The research aims to use the features and functionalities of Metaverse supported by Artificial Intelligence to develop a framework for an educational technology platform and training programs that are challenging to offer in real-world settings. The framework will provide a cheaper, easier, and safer STEM education, rather than risking training in real-life scenarios, contributing towards SDG 4, 8, and 11. The expected outcomes include a white paper with a framework and a prototype that can be used as a guideline for the next generation educational technology platforms based on metaverse and artificial intelligence. The successful PhD candidate will be based at RMIT Vietnam's Hanoi Campus.
PhD Scholarship in Metagenetic approach to analyse vaccine immunomodulation in the elderly
This scholarship supports doctoral research using bioinformatics and data from a DTP/influenza vaccine clinical trial to investigate how innate immunity and training differs across demographics and how this affects vaccine response. The research will analyze whether vaccination responses are affected by the microbiome profile, and whether it changes according to the vaccination sequence, age (young adults or elderly), or sex of vaccinees. The project involves a large-scale vaccine trial (n=600) in Tasmania mapping how innate immunity and innate training differs in humans based on age and sex. The research will use a systems biology approach to investigate whether immunological changes in young and elderly are characterized with changes in gut microbial composition. The PhD candidate will use bioinformatics analysis pipelines to analyze metagenetic data, employing packages such as trimomatic, FastQ screen, centrifuge/kraken and others to investigate complex microbiome datasets in the context of precision medicine and personalized patient care.
PhD Scholarship in Medical Science
This scholarship is linked to an NHMRC ideas grant, and is supported by STEM College/SHBS at RMIT University. The scholarship will support a PhD candidate with a keen interest in female reproductive health, particularly in the area of endometrial biology, embryo implantation and endometriosis. The successful applicant must have an Honours or Master's degree in biomedical sciences. The scholarship provides funding for three years with a possible six-month extension, enabling the candidate to conduct research in medical science at RMIT University. This is one scholarship available through this opportunity.
PhD Scholarship in Mechanobiological Assessment of Spinal Implant Wear Particles
This scholarship focuses on investigating the mechanobiological effects of wear particles on intervertebral disc (IVD) cells using a spinal implant-on-a-chip platform, simulating physiological loading conditions. The scholarship aims to develop a spinal implant-on-a-chip platform to study the mechanobiological effects of wear particles on healthy IVD cells. The project involves generating clinically relevant wear particles and simulating physiological loading conditions. Basic knowledge in cell biology is highly desired for applicants with qualifications in biomedical, biomechanical, or mechanical engineering.
PhD Scholarship in Mathematics
This PhD scholarship focuses on modern network science, complex systems and nonlinear dynamics. The research field has transformed the study of complex systems and led to innovations across engineering, social, biological, and physical sciences. The project will build upon spectral graph analysis and nonlinear dynamics to develop breakthrough theories for control and improvement of complex networked system behaviour. The research will deal with non-random, assortative and/or structured networks, which are not well understood despite being the norm in the real world. The project may also involve analysis and model building related to epidemic dynamics in human populations, including epidemic outbreaks through contact networks of large populations, synchrony in neural oscillators controlling brain activities, and cascade failures in power grid networks.
PhD Scholarship in Machine Learning
This PhD scholarship offers an opportunity to develop and apply machine learning and bioinformatic algorithms in biomedical research. The project focuses on developing machine learning, statistical and bioinformatic algorithms for the analysis of microscopic images and data obtained by various biochemical and biological assays. The successful candidate will be part of a multidisciplinary research team including members specialising in biology, microfluidics, machine learning and clinical research from RMIT University and Leading Technology Group (LTG). LTG is an Australian group of medical research companies that spans research equipment and reagents, hospital software and clinical trials. The scholarship provides comprehensive support for doctoral research over three years with the possibility of extension, enabling candidates to work at the intersection of computational science and biomedical applications.
PhD Scholarship in Lipid Nanostructured Materials
This ARC funded project focuses on how the structural properties of lipid nanomaterial affect their interaction with mammalian cells and how to improve intracellular delivery of biomolecules using lipid nanoparticles. Lipid nanoparticles are critical delivery systems for a wide range of biomedical applications. This project will involve studying the structural properties of lipid nanoparticles, modifying particle stiffness by changing their composition and self-assembly process. The relationship between nanoparticle structure and stiffness will be determined both through experimental and modelling approaches. Finally, interaction of nanoparticles with various mammalian cells will be studied to determine the ability to deliver bioactive agents into cells.
PhD Scholarship in Integrated Photonics for Telecommunication, Biosensing and Precision Measurements
Integrated photonic circuits are transitioning from speculative research to a mature industrially scalable platform, transforming our daily lives by providing a solution to the ever-increasing demand for internet traffic and replace bulky and energy inefficient components in applications such as biosensing, communication and precision measurements. The Integrated Photonics and Applications Centre (InPAC) at RMIT University aims to create the next generation of integrated photonic circuits with unprecedented efficiency and innovative monitoring and control techniques. This scholarship offers several PhD projects in the area of biosensing, communication and precision measurements. Successful candidates will work with centre members from diverse research backgrounds in the disciplines of engineering, physics, chemistry and biology and have the opportunity to participate in strong international collaborations to the US and Europe. During the PhD project, candidates will have access to world class facilities, including the InPAC Photonic Systems Lab, the world-leading Micro Nano Research Facility (MNRF) and the Melbourne Centre for Nanofabrication.
PhD Scholarship in Immunomodulatory properties of natural anti-cancer compounds
This PhD scholarship project will investigate two natural compounds (Xanthatin and L-carnosine) that have the potential to modulate immune responses and thereby effectively contribute to cancer treatment. The immune system plays a pivotal role in cancer prevention, development and therapy. Xanthatin is the primary medicinal component of Xanthium strumarium (cocklebur) commonly used in Chinese medicine with reported anti-bacterial, -viral, -fungal and anti-cancer activity. L-carnosine is a dipeptide molecule with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-glycation and chelating properties. The project aims to identify changes in expression of key molecules that may be important to ovarian cancer immunotherapy and have wider implications for the treatment of chronic disease. The laboratory uses world-class big-data omics analysis of blood immune cells, including RNAseq, epigenetics, multicolour flowcytometry, cell sorting, multiplex cytokine analysis as well as classical immunological techniques. The scholarship is available for 3.5 years and is equivalent to an RMIT full scholarship.
PhD Scholarship in Hydrogen Ecosystem
This PhD scholarship opportunity at RMIT University focuses on the design and synthesis of functional materials for green hydrogen ecosystem, including but not limited to production and application. The research will contribute to advancing sustainable hydrogen technologies through materials science, chemistry, and nanotechnology approaches. The scholarship provides financial support for doctoral research in this critical area of renewable energy and environmental sustainability. Candidates are expected to have a background in materials science, chemistry, or nanotechnology and hold first class honours or a masters degree.
PhD Scholarship in Human-Computer Interaction
This project explores optimising human–AI interaction through intelligent interfaces that sense user needs, provide context-aware assistance while preserving user autonomy. The successful candidate will work at the intersection of human-computer interaction, artificial intelligence, and cognitive science. They will design and evaluate prototype systems that demonstrate how AI can provide timely, contextual assistance while preserving user autonomy and decision-making capacity. This project offers opportunities to publish in top-tier HCI and AI venues, collaborate with industry partners, and contribute to next-generation interface design that could transform how humans and AI systems work together across domains including productivity tools, health applications, and educational technologies.
PhD Scholarship in HIV/SIV infection of the brain
A project-specific PhD stipend is available for 3 years to support a PhD candidate to assess the effect of HIV/SIV reactivation in the brain following interruption of antiretroviral therapy. This research project aims to investigate HIV/SIV reactivation in the brain following interruption of anti-HIV therapy. The scholarship provides financial support for a doctoral candidate to conduct research in biomedical sciences, specifically focusing on understanding the mechanisms and implications of viral reactivation in neurological tissue when antiretroviral treatment is discontinued. This project will involve in-person laboratory activities both at RMIT University, Melbourne, Australia and the Vaccine & Gene Therapy Institute, Oregon, USA. Candidates will have to travel and live in the USA for a period during their candidature, providing international research experience and collaboration opportunities.
PhD Scholarship in Gold-based drugs for the effective treatment of ovarian cancer
This project will develop and test new gold-based compounds as alternatives to current ovarian cancer chemotherapies. The Scholarship will fund a 3 year PhD candidature to work in the Chemistry Department of the RMIT School of Science CAMIC Laboratory. The project is a collaboration with immunologists (SHBS) to test gold-compounds as anti-ovarian cancer therapeutics. Current treatments for ovarian cancer are largely toxic, and ultimately, ineffective for many patients. A current collaboration between Professor Bhargava (Science) and Professor Plebanski (Health & Biomedical Sciences, SHBS) seeks to enable clinical progression for their novel class of gold-based drugs that show superior selectivity and activity for otherwise drug-resistant cancer cells. As part of Professor Bhargava's team, the PhD candidate will contribute to building structure-activity relationships (SARs) based around targeted modifications of their patented gold-based drug candidate using innovative in vitro protocols to refine lead drug candidate(s).
PhD Scholarship in Epigenetics in immunosenescence: implications to cancer and infections
This project will systematically map epigenetic changes that promote age-related immune dysfunction, in the context of human vaccination trials, as well as cancer human clinical trials. Using cancer and vaccine clinical trials, the project will use RNAseq, epigenetics and flowcytometry, as well as classic immunological techniques. The project is designed to understand cellular and molecular epigenetic mechanisms involved in both innate and adaptive immunosenescence that cause the decline of immune function. Specifically, this study will uncover age-dependent alterations in epigenetic marks that cause increased incidence of cancer and infections as a consequence of aging, utilizing in vitro models, animal models and human clinical trials available in the lab. The laboratory uses world-class big-data omics analysis of immune cells, including RNAseq, genome-wide epigenetics, multicolour flowcytometry, cell sorting, multiplex cytokine analysis, as well as classical immunological techniques.
PhD Scholarship in Developing Advanced Catalysts for Ammonia Synthesis and Combustion
This PhD scholarship is for motivated researchers interested in developing advanced catalysts for ammonia synthesis and combustion, contributing to sustainable hydrogen storage and clean energy solutions. The research focuses on advanced catalyst development for efficient ammonia synthesis and combustion, enabling sustainable hydrogen storage and clean energy solutions. The successful candidate will work on metal/metal oxide catalysts, heterogeneous catalysis, and utilize material characterization techniques such as XRD, XRF, Nâ‚‚-BET, chemisorption, TEM, and XPS. The position offers hands-on experience with catalytic reactors and aims to advance sustainable energy technologies through innovative catalyst development.
PhD Scholarship in Designing subnanofluidic devices for precise divalent metal ion separation
This PhD scholarship opportunity focuses on fabricating advanced ion channel membranes for efficient divalent metal ion separation. The project is designed for PhD students interested in advanced materials and water purification. The successful candidate will develop ion channel membranes for selective separation of divalent metal ions. The PhD program will be of 3 years duration with possible extension to 3.5 years, providing access to state-of-the-art synthesis and characterisation facilities. The scholarship includes opportunities for participation in scientific conferences and mentorship to support long-term career goals. Applicants should have an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related areas, with strong research and analytical skills.
PhD Scholarship in Damage Tolerant Hybrid Composite Materials for Applications in Critical Aerospace Structures
This PhD scholarship focuses on developing novel damage tolerant multifunctional composite materials for safe, durable design of next generation, high performance aircraft and spacecraft structures. The primary objective is the development of computational methods and experimental techniques to investigate failure modes and quantify defects and damage in fibre reinforced hybrid composites used in the aerospace industry. The research aims to develop efficient and accurate computational and experimental methodologies for characterising hybrid, multifunctional braided and fibre metal laminate composites for aerospace components. This includes damage type, location, mechanisms under complex monotonic and fatigue (cyclic) loading and assessing their effects on the residual strength degradation and consequent fatigue life. The expected outcomes will be well-validated computational analysis methods to predict failure mode, and quantify defect and damage produced in fibre metal laminate composites. The models can be used to predict residual strength and estimate fatigue life of composite structures under monotonic and cyclic loading conditions. The project provides opportunities to collaborate with aircraft industries and research institutes in Europe and Australia.
PhD Scholarship in Cryopreservation
This PhD scholarship focuses on optimising cryopreservation protocols for specific reproductive cells by tailoring a number of variables. Cryopreservation of cells involves storage at very cold temperatures to minimise biochemical activity and prevent damage to the cells. However, the freezing process is damaging and requires cryoprotectants and tailored freezing protocols to enable cell survival. The project will involve developing novel cryopreservation protocols for reproductive cells and testing the outcomes on embryos, sperm, and oocytes. Techniques will include in-vitro fertilisation, toxicity assays, microscopy and embryonic manipulation and observation. This project has significant potential benefits for assisted reproductive technologies for both humans and livestock, where post-cryopreservation success remains low with time, financial, and emotional costs. The project has strong industry connections and is ideally suited for students interested in cross-disciplinary research.
PhD Scholarship in Computing for Wellbeing
This PhD project explores the intersection of technology and human experience, focusing on innovative approaches to designing digital technologies that promote psychological, social, and physical wellness across different life stages and contexts. The project will involve critical analysis of existing academic literature, participatory and co-design with users, development of novel technology prototypes, and evaluation using qualitative and quantitative methods. Expected outcomes include new knowledge on designing for technology-supported wellbeing, particularly when using human-centred AI. The research requires expertise in Human-Computer Interaction and Human-Centred Computing, with interest in Human-Centred AI and Social Computing. The successful candidate will have aspirations to publish in leading venues for HCI research, including ACM CHI and CSCW.
PhD Scholarship in Computer Science (Human-Computer Interaction)
This PhD scholarship is funded by RMIT School of Computing Technologies and focuses on research in Computer Science with a specialization in Human-Computer Interaction. The scholarship provides support for doctoral research over a three-year period. Interested applicants are advised to contact the project supervisor with a 2-page project proposal that outlines their research questions, approach and planned research outcomes. Applicants with prior experience in planning and conducting mixed-method research projects, statistical and qualitative data analysis and academic writing are encouraged to apply. The scholarship aims to support high-quality research in the field of human-computer interaction within the broader context of computer science.
PhD Scholarship in Computational Biophysics
This scholarship, with the Computational Biophysics Group in the RMIT's School of Science (Physics Discipline), provides an opportunity for a talented student to undertake their Ph.D. on a computer-based molecular biophysics project of medical significance, funded by the National Institutes of Health, USA. The Computational Biophysics Group develops advanced physical and chemical simulation approaches to explore problems associated with membrane charge transport. Ion channels are proteins that control the movements of charged molecules across cell membranes to enable electrical activity in the body. This project involves the development and application of advanced computer simulation methods to explore the mechanisms of ion conduction, selectivity and activation for ion channels that control neuronal signalling and brain function. Investigations may extend to how these channels may be modulated by drugs, as therapeutics for a range of neurological and cardiac diseases. This project has established experimental collaborators and uses supercomputing resources in Australia and the USA, including the new DE Shaw Anton2.
PhD Scholarship in Colloid and Surface Chemistry
This project investigates crossing restrictive biobarriers with self-assembled lipid nanocarriers. The project will examine the behaviour of nanocarriers at cell/bacteria surfaces and response to biological environments and molecules (such as proteins). Research will utilize a suite of cutting edge techniques including confocal microscopy, total internal reflection microscopy, AFM, QCM, cryo-TEM and x-ray scattering. This is an ARC-RMIT co-funded scholarship providing a stipend of $33,826 per annum (pro-rata) for 3 years. Two scholarships are available for this research opportunity.
PhD Scholarship in Age-related immune dysfunction, inflammation & nutritional status
This project seeks to pinpoint cellular and molecular epigenetic mechanisms that drive age-related immune-senescence and inflammation, critical to the decline in immune function and ability to respond to vaccines, infections and cancers in the elderly. The scholarship has been designed to unravel cellular and molecular epigenetic mechanisms that drive age-related immune dysfunction and chronic inflammation. Additionally, nutritional status measured by dietary inflammation indexes and plasma nutritional biomarkers will be assessed to understand the influence of nutrition on immune response. The project will use various cohorts from human trials to understand the role of immune dysfunction, inflammation, and nutritional status on modulation of infections, cancers, and vaccine-generated immune responses in older individuals. Understanding the molecular epigenetic changes that drive age-related immune dysfunction will provide leads for novel therapeutic strategies and help explain suboptimal responses to vaccination in the elderly.
PhD Scholarship in Advanced 2D Nanochannel Membranes
This project pioneers the development of advanced nanofiber membranes with precisely engineered 2D nanochannels, optimizing mechanical strength, chemical stability, and ion selectivity. By leveraging 2D nanomaterials as sacrificial templates, the membranes exhibit low internal resistance and enhanced ion transport efficiency, significantly improving energy harvesting performance. The development of advanced nanofiber membranes with engineered 2D nanochannels represents a transformative approach to addressing critical challenges in energy harvesting and carbon capture. By overcoming the limitations of existing nanomaterials—such as poor nanochannel structure, low chemical stability, and high internal resistance—this project introduces an innovative platform for efficient ion transport and energy conversion. The incorporation of 2D nanomaterials as sacrificial layers enables precise control over nanochannel architecture, ensuring enhanced selectivity, mechanical robustness, and stability. By bridging the gap between nanomaterials science and energy harvesting applications, this research paves the way for next-generation membranes with high-performance capabilities, unlocking new avenues for scalable and efficient energy conversion.
PhD Scholarship in ARC CoE COMBS
This PhD scholarship is funded by the ARC Centre of Excellence in Convergent Bio-Nano Science and Technology (ARC CoE COMBS). The scholarship provides financial support for doctoral research in the fields of Materials Engineering, Electronic Engineering, and Photonic Engineering. The scholarship is valued at $34,841 and is available to eligible candidates who meet the specific requirements set by the research center. Applicants are required to contact the designated supervisor for detailed information about eligibility criteria and application procedures. This opportunity represents a significant investment in research excellence and innovation within the convergent bio-nano science domain.
PhD Scholarship in AI-Assisted Monitoring and Inspection of Solar Photovoltaic Power Plants Using Aerial Imagery
This PhD scholarship focuses on developing autonomous methods for fault or anomaly detection and classification of photovoltaic (PV) power plants with high accuracy for monitoring large-size PV power plants. The research contributes to computer vision, machine learning, robotics and optimization methods for automating fault/anomaly detection and cleanliness checks for PV systems using visual and thermal images captured by drones. Objectives include various types of inspection such as detecting hot spots, glass breakage, soiling and cleanliness checks. The research will investigate techniques to obtain overall status of operational PV arrays and identify specific PV strings or modules for detailed analysis. Methods will be developed for fault detection and classification, automating inspection procedures including detecting soiling over panels, evaluating cleanliness conditions for efficient cleaning cycles, and detecting damage to solar panels like hot spots and large cracks. The research draws from state-of-art computer vision and machine learning methods to interpret photovoltaic solar farm conditions and perform various inspections and anomaly detection.
PhD Scholarship for developing carbon nano materials from wastes
This PhD scholarship offers funding to support experimental investigations and the development of mathematical models aimed at valorizing waste and producing carbon nanomaterials. The project requires fundamental investigations at macro, micro and molecular levels. Modeling tools such as HSC Chemistry and ASPEN Plus will be used to identify most suitable low cost catalysts/minerals and to perform process modeling respectively. Experimental investigations will be carried out using a bench-scale experimental CVD rig to study the reaction mechanisms. Several advanced characterization methods (such as SEM-XRD, TEM, XRF, EDS, HNMR, BET etc.) will be employed to characterize the carbon nanofiber structures. For molecular level understanding, DFT modeling will be employed. The scholarship provides a minimum stipend of $34,841 each year for three years to perform experimental investigations and developing mathematical models to valorize waste and produce carbon nano materials.
PhD Scholarship for Human-Centric Software Engineering for the project investigating the effects of users' mental models in requirement engineering and design of secure systems
This PhD scholarship will fund a research project investigating the effects of users' mental models in requirement engineering and design of secure systems. The project aims to examine the influence of users' mental models on requirements engineering, design, development, and adoption of security measures. The research falls within the area of human-centric software engineering and cybersecurity, focusing on how human cognitive factors impact the development and implementation of secure systems. The scholarship provides financial support for a doctoral candidate to conduct research in this interdisciplinary field combining software engineering, human-computer interaction, and cybersecurity.
PhD Scholarship for Domestic Students in College of Business and Law
This scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic excellence and research potential to domestic candidates undertaking a research doctoral degree at RMIT University's College of Business and Law. The scholarship provides financial support for students pursuing PhD studies in information systems or information technology fields. All scholarship applications must include evidence of contact with the proposed senior supervisor and candidates must provide names of academic staff who have agreed to supervise their proposed research. The scholarship aims to support high-quality research in business and law disciplines at RMIT University.
PhD Scholarship PRJ00000874 Pyrolysed tyre waste (EOLT) char as an additive in polymer composites
This PhD scholarship supports research on developing polymer composites using char produced from tyre pyrolysis. The project is an industry-university collaborative initiative that requires interaction with industrial scientists and offers opportunities for interstate and international travel. The lead partner is BIOPLANT LIMITED. The scholarship is designed for materials/polymer scientists or chemical engineering students who are interested in developing skills in polymer chemistry and materials upcycling. The research focuses on converting end-of-life tyre waste into valuable composite materials, contributing to sustainable materials development and circular economy principles.
PhD Scholarship (Industry) in Non-Invasive Drug Delivery Devices
This is an Industry PhD scholarship focussed on commercial translation of a novel technology for non-invasive delivery of biologics. It is a joint project between RMIT and an industry partner focussed on translation of the technology towards commercial realisation. The scholarship includes a base stipend plus a top-up scholarship of $10,000 per annum. The research will focus on developing practical solutions for real-world applications in the field of non-invasive drug delivery. Applicants would ideally possess a first-class or 2A undergraduate honours or Master's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Biomedical Engineering or Applied Chemistry/Physics, with knowledge in fluid mechanics and device physics. The successful candidate must have a keen interest in experimental work and a drive towards achieving practicable solutions.
PhD Application for CSIRO iPhD – AI for Stroke Detection
This industry, CSIRO and RMIT scholarship focuses on preventing stroke disability through AI-based voice analysis. The project will assess patients in emergency departments to assist in early detection of stroke conditions. The research aims to develop interactive software and AI modelling with a focus on responsible AI, specifically addressing and overcoming gender, ethnicity and age-related biases. The expected outcome is to create solutions that reduce misdiagnosis in hospitals caused by differences in gender, age and ethnicity. This opportunity enables the successful candidate to work closely with a startup company, alongside RMIT supervisors and CSIRO researchers, providing a unique industry-academic research environment.
Natural Hazards Research Scholarship
This scholarship is designed for University students already enrolled to pursue a PhD or Masters by research in areas relevant to the Natural Hazards Research Australia (NHRA), including natural hazards resilience and disaster risk reduction. Top-up PhD scholarships up to $15,000 per year are available for three and a half years to holders of Australian Postgraduate Awards (APA) or similar university research scholarships, or holders of partial scholarships funded by an industry organisation. Applications must directly contribute to the Centre's core research themes including communities and workforces of the future, sustainable natural landscapes, resilient built environments, situational awareness, operational response and innovation, evidence-informed policy and strategy, and learning from disasters. Scholarship holders will also be able to apply for additional funding support to attend conferences, participate in professional development activities offered by the Centre, apply for short-term placements in Centre partner organisations, and apply for Natural Hazards Early Career Researcher Development or Industry Fellowships through the Centre in the final stages of their study.
National Industry PhD Program
The National Industry PhD Program is designed for outstanding PhD candidates to undertake research projects co-designed by university and industry partners. Under appropriate academic and industry supervision, PhD candidates work at the interface of research and industry, gaining the ability to obtain skills to commercialise their research. The program provides comprehensive funding including the Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) stipend scholarship plus a stipend top-up for the duration of the program. Candidates will undertake co-designed research projects with university and industry participation, developing expertise in translating research outcomes into practical applications.
Masters Top-up Scholarship in Computational Materials Chemistry/Physics
This is a joint project between RMIT, CSIRO and AIST Japan, that includes a top-up scholarship of $10,000 per annum funded by the CSIRO. The successful candidate will use a computational approach to develop piezoelectric materials for advanced sensors. Piezoelectric materials play a pivotal role in the practical development of advanced sensors which rely on surface acoustic waves as the foundation of their sensing mechanism. An understanding of the piezoelectric response and ways to further enhance it is required for these sensors to be used in a wider variety of applications. This project will explore the structural changes in nitride materials that lead to enhanced piezoelectric behaviour using density functional theory calculations and ab initio molecular dynamics simulations. The project is a collaboration with Dr Michael Breedon at CSIRO and will involve working on the RMIT city campus and the CSIRO Clayton site. Promising formulations of the materials examined computationally will be experimentally assessed by collaborators at AIST Japan.
International Tuition Fee Scholarships (RIFOS and RRITFS)
RMIT offers two international tuition fee scholarships for research students: the RTP International Fee Offset Scholarship (RIFOS) and the RMIT Research International Tuition Fee Scholarship (RRITFS). RIFOS scholarships are funded by the Australian Government and RRITFS scholarships are funded by RMIT University. These scholarships provide tuition fees for research degree candidates pursuing PhD or Masters by Research programs. When applicants apply for a research scholarship through one of the University's rounds, they are automatically considered for all scholarships for which they are eligible. The scholarships are awarded on the basis of a competitive selection process that ranks applicants according to their academic achievement, research outputs and relevant professional experience. Recipients must be international students who meet English language requirements and will be enrolled and primarily based at an RMIT Australian campus. The tuition fee scholarship is typically partnered with a stipend scholarship which provides a living allowance.
Gold-Based Drugs for the Effective Treatment of Ovarian Cancer
This scholarship will fund a 3-year PhD candidature working in the Cancer, Ageing & Vaccine Laboratory (SHBS) at RMIT University. The project is a collaboration with chemists (SoS) to test gold compounds as anti-ovarian cancer therapeutics. The PhD candidate will contribute to determining the in vivo efficacy, pharmacokinetics, safety, off-target effects (peripheral and immunity) and biodistribution of lead gold-drug candidate(s) and pharmaceutical formulation development. As part of working towards a Phase I clinical trial, the gold-compounds will need to be tested for efficacy in ovarian cancer cell lines, organoids as well as immune cells from mice and humans. The lead drug candidates will be tested in a novel immunocompetent ovarian cancer animal model created by Professor Plebanski and Dr Andrew Stephens whereby fluorescent labelling of cancer cells allows for real-time study of cancer growth and treatment. Efficacy of the gold-compounds will be analysed by advanced live in-vivo imaging and immunohistochemistry.
Financial sponsorships: The procurement of this stipend is proposed to be supplied by Smart Lifestyle Australia
This PhD scholarship opportunity is designed for a full-time postgraduate student to undertake research under RMIT supervision with funding provided by Smart Lifestyle Australia. The research builds upon existing work conducted with the industry partner. The scholarship provides a stipend for 3.5 years, with the industry partner contributing the stipend and RMIT covering tuition fees through either the Australian Government Research Training Program or RMIT Research International Tuition Fee Scholarship. This collaboration between RMIT and Smart Lifestyle Australia offers an opportunity for qualified candidates with electrical engineering background to pursue doctoral research in a supported environment.
PhD Scholarship: Developing novel solid sorbents for the CO2 capture from flue gas streams
This CSIRO-RMIT co-funded scholarship will address the challenges associated with the development of next generation solid CO2 adsorbent technologies that offer lower cost capture. The PhD project aims to develop novel solid CO2 adsorbents that can reduce the energy requirements and the costs associated with carbon capture from flue gas streams and CO2 storage. The purpose of this project is to explore the fundamental science around optimizing novel solid materials for CO2 capture with a particular focus on flue gas streams and the effect of other components in the stream such as NOx and SOx on the sorbents. The successful candidate will work closely with researchers from the Centre for Advanced Materials and Industrial Chemistry (CAMIC) of RMIT and scientists from CSIRO in a multi-disciplinary team environment, providing numerous research and development opportunities including development and optimization of solid CO2 adsorbents and new approaches in carbon capture and storage.
Data61 PhD Scholarship
The Data61 PhD Scholarship is offered by CSIRO's Data61 to support doctoral research that impacts a wide range of industries including smart cities, data-driven health and social services, digital economy, safety and security, and digital government. The scholarship is open to both domestic and international students who have already applied for or commenced a PhD research program at RMIT University. Successful applicants must work with a Data61-employed researcher as part of their supervisory panel and conduct research aligned with Data61's research programs or business development teams. The scholarship comprises either a full stipend equivalent to the Research Training Program base rate or a top-up scholarship of $10,000-$15,000 per annum for students already holding other scholarships. Awards are made for up to 3.5 years based on merit rather than quota, and students must agree to assign intellectual property developed within the PhD project to Data61.
CSIRO Industry PhD scholarship - Corporates Compromised Engage! AI-augmented multiplayer cybersecurity simulation for digital leadership development
The CSIRO Industry PhD Program (iPhD) is a four-year research training program, focusing on applied research that benefits industry by solving real-world challenges. It aims to produce the next generation of innovation leaders with the skills to work at the interface of research and industry in Australia. This specific project develops an AI-enabled multiplayer simulation to address gaps in cybersecurity and AI governance education for organisations. The expected outcome is a digital platform with AI-driven facilitation, sentiment monitoring, and decision-making analytics. This solution may support commercial adoption and strengthen national capability in cybersecurity training and responsible AI. The Program includes admission to a university PhD program, supervision by the participating university, CSIRO, and an industry partner, a structured professional development and training program to develop applied research skills, and an industry engagement component with the industry partner for two days each week.
CSIRO Industry PhD Program
The CSIRO Industry PhD Program is a four-year research training program focusing on applied research that benefits industry by solving real-world challenges. It aims to produce the next generation of innovation leaders. The program provides substantial financial support through a stipend of $46,000 per annum for up to four years. This specific project involves developing a model of material dynamics and heat transfer within a commercial vertical induction heating reactor for plastic recycling. The research addresses a significant scientific knowledge gap in understanding the rheology and thermal behaviour of bulk plastic melt-flows, with potential to deliver significant impact to the Australian recycling industry and wider process design communities. The program requires full-time enrollment as a PhD student and includes onboarding to CSIRO with mandatory government background checks.
BITS-RMIT PhD Program
The BITS-RMIT PhD Program is a collaborative doctoral scholarship opportunity between BITS (Birla Institute of Technology and Science) and RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia. The program focuses on a Digital Twin-Driven Model for Mapping Part Quality in Multi Jet Fusion of Automotive Parts. This project is part of an anticancer peptide project conducted in the NanoBioPharm Lab at RMIT. The scholarship provides comprehensive financial support including a generous stipend with nominal tuition fees from BITS, a full RMIT tuition fee scholarship, living stipend during the time in Melbourne (up to one year), and return flights to Melbourne. The program is designed for students with first-class qualifications in pharmacy, pharmaceutics, drug delivery, pharmacology, pharmaceutical biotechnology, nanomedicines, or equivalent disciplines from recognized universities.
ARENA PhD Scholarship
A PhD scholarship opportunity to develop new green hydrogen generation technology in collaboration with industry. This research project focuses on advancing sustainable energy solutions through the development of innovative hydrogen generation technologies. The scholarship is offered through RMIT University's research program and provides opportunities for hands-on research in heat transfer, optics, experimental design, and engineering applications. The research will contribute to advancing renewable energy technologies and green hydrogen production methods, which are critical for sustainable energy transitions. Candidates will work under the supervision of Professor Gary Rosengarten and engage in cutting-edge research at the intersection of engineering, physics, and chemistry.
ARC Industry Fellowship PhD Scholarship
The scholarship will be provided from the Australian Research Council Industry Fellowship. The student will work on industry-oriented projects and its deliverables while carrying out significant fundamental research. The students willing to learn about IP management, create patents of their works, and translate research from lab-to-industry are encouraged to apply. At the end of the PhD, the student will be ready to establish their career both in the academia and in the industry. The scholarship is open for both the national and international students. This is a 100% scholarship that will focus on the discovery and translate the research from the lab to the device for industry.
ARC Industry Fellowship PhD Scholarship
This PhD scholarship is associated with developing a Digital Twin-Driven model for mapping part quality in Multi Jet Fusion manufacturing for automotive parts in mass production with Ford Motor Company. The scholarship provides support for doctoral research focused on advanced manufacturing processes and digital twin technologies for automotive applications. The research will involve international collaboration and travel opportunities to the United States and the United Kingdom. The scholarship is designed to support research that bridges industry needs with academic innovation in the field of advanced manufacturing and digital modeling.
Yugo Accommodation Support Scholarship
The Yugo Accommodation Support Scholarship is designed for students who need to relocate to Melbourne to study at RMIT. It provides a rental subsidy worth up to $9,328 for accommodation at Yugo University Square. The scholarship is specifically for students from interstate or rural/regional areas within Australia who are commencing full-time study in a certificate IV, diploma, undergraduate degree or postgraduate by coursework program. The scholarship covers 44 weeks of accommodation in a bunk cabin within a 6-bed apartment at Yugo University Square, with the student responsible for a weekly contribution of $212 (total $9,328 student contribution). This scholarship aims to support students from disadvantaged backgrounds including those receiving government benefits, living with disabilities, experiencing personal difficulties, from under-represented backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, refugees, and those from non-English speaking backgrounds.
Westpac Young Technologists Scholarship
The Westpac Young Technologists Scholarship is designed specifically for high school graduates who are passionate about technology and eager to explore its potential for good. The scholarship provides $5,000 per year over three years to support students commencing technology-related degrees at RMIT University. Beyond financial support, recipients receive access to a personalized enrichment program including paid internships, inspiring mentors, and an international learning experience in Asia through the 5-day Disruptive Leaders Program in Singapore. Recipients also become lifelong members of the Westpac 100 Scholars Network, connecting them with some of the brightest young minds in Australia. The scholarship aims to strengthen Australia's pool of local talent and build a cohort of technology-literate future leaders, with a particular focus on addressing gender balance and diversity in technology graduates.
Victor Greenhalgh Scholarship
The Victor Greenhalgh Scholarship, first awarded in 2004, was established by Dr Bob Isherwood, an RMIT alumnus with an advertising career spanning more than three decades, including his time as Worldwide Creative Director at Saatchi & Saatchi. This scholarship supports full-time students enrolled in media and communication programs at RMIT who can demonstrate circumstances which impact their study. The scholarship provides financial support up to $15,000 to help students overcome barriers to education related to financial hardship, disability, personal difficulties, or coming from under-represented backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, refugees, students from rural/regional areas, and those from non-English speaking backgrounds. The scholarship is designed to provide meaningful financial assistance throughout the duration of a student's bachelor degree program in the School of Media and Communication.
UniLodge @ RMIT Bundoora - Walert House Accommodation Scholarship
The UniLodge @ RMIT Bundoora - Walert House Accommodation Scholarship is designed for students who are moving to Melbourne to study at RMIT Bundoora campus. The scholarship provides a rental subsidy worth up to $7,000 for accommodation at UniLodge @ RMIT Bundoora - Walert House. In 2026, the scholarship will be paid in the form of a rental subsidy for one bedroom in a four bedroom apartment for the full academic year (46 weeks). The scholarship significantly reduces accommodation costs, with students contributing approximately $147.83 per week while the scholarship covers $7,000 of the total $13,800 accommodation cost. Recipients must be from interstate or rural/regional areas within Australia, be commencing full-time study in semester 1 2026, and demonstrate circumstances that impact their ability to study, such as low income, disability, or being from an under-represented background. The accommodation is located on the Bundoora West Campus within walking distance to classes, fully equipped with modern amenities, and includes 24/7 residential advisors on campus.
Uncle Brian McKinnon (Dodd) Scholarship
The Uncle Brian McKinnon (Dodd) Scholarship is awarded in honour of respected Elder Uncle Brian McKinnon (Dodd) of Noongar and the Amangu mob of the Yamatji Nation and is funded by the estate of Gerard Driesen. This scholarship is designed to support an Indigenous visual art or fine art undergraduate student who can demonstrate artistic merit and circumstance/s impacting their education. The scholarship provides financial assistance worth up to $30,000 to help students pursue the arts as a career path. Uncle Brian was a driven artist of more than 40 years and RMIT School of Art's inaugural Vice Chancellors Pre-doctoral Indigenous Research Fellow. His contribution to contemporary painting, Aboriginal art, and cultural education was significant, and he was a well-respected community member, colleague, mentor and friend to many at RMIT.
Ted Dimmick Scholarship
The Ted Dimmick Scholarship is named after Edwin (Ted) Frances Dimmick, who built a successful career in the textile industry and was a strong advocate for Australian-made products. This scholarship supports vocational and undergraduate textiles and fashion students who can demonstrate circumstances which impact their study. The scholarship provides financial assistance to students enrolled in textile design, fashion design, custom-made footwear, and sustainable fashion programs at RMIT University. Preference is given to students completing textile programs, then students in their final year or in one-year duration programs. This scholarship honors Ted Dimmick's legacy of providing educational opportunities, reflecting his own experience of receiving a scholarship that enabled his academic and professional success.
Susan E Williams Scholarship
The Susan E Williams Scholarship is designed to support women studying STEM bachelor programs at RMIT University who can demonstrate circumstances impacting their study. Named after Susan E Williams, a scientist who transitioned from medical research to government work and later earned her MBA from RMIT, this scholarship honors her legacy of resilience and achievement. The scholarship provides financial support of up to $30,000 over three years to help women overcome barriers to education in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields. Applicants must demonstrate various circumstances that impact their ability to study, including financial hardship, disability, personal difficulties, geographic relocation, or coming from under-represented backgrounds. The scholarship particularly aims to support students in gender under-represented programs within STEM disciplines.
Storey Scholarship
The Storey Scholarships are RMIT's longest running scholarship program, supporting life-changing student exchange opportunities since 1955 and allowing more than 650 students to study abroad, exposing them to new ideas, cultures and opportunities. The scholarships, funded from the John Storey Junior Memorial Scholarship Fund, were donated by Sir John Storey in memory of his son, an RMIT student who passed away aged just 22. This scholarship is designed for students planning to undertake a Global Experience semester exchange, providing financial support to cover costs associated with studying abroad. The scholarship recognizes academic merit, community service activities, and extracurricular interests.
Steve Ashton Scholarship
The Steve Ashton Scholarship is offered to architects pursuing business and management education at RMIT University. This scholarship is made possible by a generous donation from the Ashton-Nixon Bequest, in memory of Stephen Ashton AM, who founded ARM Architecture and believed that business education played an important role in architectural practice success. The scholarship aims to provide financial support for architects to obtain professional training in business, leadership, or other skills that will enable their practice to develop and thrive. Applications are judged on merit based on professional achievements, demonstration of initiative including establishing one's own practice, and contribution to the profession through volunteer work and leadership potential. The scholarship provides substantial financial support ranging from $10,000 to $30,000 per annum depending on the program level and enrollment status.
Sir William Tyree Engineering Scholarship
The Sir William Tyree Engineering Scholarship is designed to support commencing Bachelor of Engineering students at RMIT University. This prestigious scholarship provides $16,000 per year for up to five years, totaling up to $80,000 over the duration of study. The scholarship is available to Australian citizens, permanent residents, or permanent humanitarian visa holders who are commencing first year full-time study in a Bachelor of Engineering program (single or double degree). To be eligible, students must have completed Year 12 VCE in a Victorian secondary school with a minimum ATAR score of 80. A key requirement is demonstrating circumstances that impact the ability to study, such as receiving government benefits, living with a disability or medical condition, experiencing personal difficulties, relocating from rural or regional areas, living in foster care, or being from under-represented backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, refugees, or students from non-English speaking backgrounds. The scholarship particularly welcomes applications from students who are from rural or regional areas who have relocated to study, or those studying electrical or mechanical engineering. Three scholarships are available each year. Recipients cannot hold another concurrent scholarship (except accommodation-based scholarships). The scholarship is awarded through a competitive application process that includes evaluation of academic achievement, personal circumstances, leadership potential, and career aspirations.
School of Art Honours Travelling Grant
The School of Art Honours Travelling Grant provides financial support to outstanding art honours students at RMIT University undertaking travel related to their art or studio practice. This grant recognizes students enrolled in the Bachelor of Arts (Fine Art) (Honours) or Bachelor of Arts (Photography) (Honours) who have achieved high distinction or distinction grades during their studies. The one-off payment of up to $4,000 supports travel activities that benefit students academically and professionally, with no restriction on the duration of travel. Two grants are available each year, and applicants must demonstrate artistic merit through submission of original artworks in visual, sound, or video/animation formats. The grant aims to enhance students' artistic development through international or domestic travel experiences related to their creative practice.
Scape Accommodation Support Scholarship
The Scape Accommodation Support Scholarship is designed for students who need to relocate to Melbourne to study at RMIT. It provides a rental subsidy worth up to $9,620 to assist with accommodation costs. The scholarship is available to Australian and New Zealand citizens, Australian permanent residents, and permanent humanitarian visa holders who are from interstate or rural/regional areas within Australia. Recipients must be commencing full-time study in semester 1 2026 in a certificate IV, diploma, undergraduate degree, or postgraduate by coursework program at RMIT. The scholarship covers a portion of weekly rent at selected Scape accommodation locations in Melbourne, including Scape Melbourne Central, Scape La Trobe, Scape Cornell Place, and Scape Swanston. Students must demonstrate circumstances that impact their ability to study, such as receiving a government-tested low income benefit, living with a disability, experiencing personal difficulties, or being from an under-represented background. The scholarship is paid as a rental subsidy for 52 weeks from February 2026 to February 2027.
Sartori Memorial Scholarship
The Sartori Memorial Scholarship is available for students commencing an engineering degree at RMIT University. This scholarship was created by Yvonne Sartori as a tribute to her husband Mario G Sartori, an RMIT graduate who migrated from Italy and worked as a toolmaker. Like his parents, Mario believed in the value of education and encouraged others to obtain formal education and qualifications. The scholarship provides financial support to engineering students who have achieved excellent academic results but face circumstances that impact their ability to study. Eligible circumstances include receiving government low-income benefits, living with a disability or long-term medical condition, experiencing personal or family difficulties, relocating from rural or regional areas, being from foster or kinship care, or being from under-represented backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, recent migrants, refugees, or students from schools in the Schools Network Access Program. The scholarship aims to relieve financial stress and allow students to focus on their studies without needing as much part-time work.
Sarah's Dream Scholarship
The Sarah's Dream Scholarship is designed to support second-year students in the Associate Degree in Aviation (Professional Pilots) program at RMIT University. This scholarship provides $10,000 to help students continue their aviation studies by addressing financial barriers that may impact their ability to complete their program. The scholarship is intended for Australian citizens who have successfully completed their first year of study and are committed to pursuing a career in the aviation industry. Recipients must demonstrate circumstances that impact their ability to study, such as financial hardship, disability, geographic relocation, or coming from an under-represented background. This includes students receiving government benefits, living with disabilities, from rural or regional areas, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, refugees, or those from non-English speaking backgrounds. The scholarship recognizes both academic achievement and passion for aviation, aiming to enable talented students to complete their pilot training and pursue their dreams in the aviation field.
Santa Singh and Balwant Kaur Scholarship for Palestine Women
The Santa Singh and Balwant Kaur Scholarship for Palestine Women provides financial support to women who were born in Palestine, Gaza Strip, or West Bank and are enrolling in vocational education or undergraduate programs at RMIT University. Established by Pretam Kaur in memory of her parents, the scholarship aims to contribute to positive change in the community by assisting women from Palestine reach their scholastic and career aims. The scholarship is designed for students facing various circumstances that impact their ability to study, including those receiving government-tested low income benefits, having long-term medical conditions or disabilities, experiencing personal difficulties, or coming from underrepresented backgrounds such as refugees or non-English speaking backgrounds. Recipients must demonstrate challenges they face in their studies and how the scholarship will help overcome these obstacles.
Santa Singh and Balwant Kaur Scholarship for Afghan/Indigenous women
The Santa Singh and Balwant Kaur Scholarship supports Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and Afghan women who are experiencing financial hardship while pursuing vocational or higher education at RMIT University. Established by Pretam Kaur in memory of her parents, this scholarship aims to empower women from marginalized backgrounds through education. The scholarship provides financial assistance to help cover educational costs for students enrolled in certificate IV, diploma, advanced diploma, associate degree or bachelor degree programs. Preference is given to vocational education students. Eligible applicants must identify as a woman and be either an Aboriginal and/or Torres Islander, or born in Afghanistan and migrated to Australia. The scholarship recognizes the shared history of colonization and aims to create a more peaceful and just future through educational opportunity.
Sam and Nina Narodowski Undergraduate Scholarship for Migrants and Refugees
This scholarship honors Sam and Nina Narodowski, who migrated to Australia in 1950 as refugees. The scholarship provides financial support to undergraduate students of migrant or refugee background who are facing circumstances that impact their ability to study. The scholarship is designed to support students from non-English speaking backgrounds who have recently migrated to Australia, with priority given to current or former refugees. Sam Narodowski, born in Poland in 1920, was a Jewish student who studied electrical engineering at Warsaw University despite severe discrimination, and his studies were interrupted by World War II. His entire family was murdered by the Nazis. He met Nina in a displaced persons camp in Munich after the war. Nina was born in Vilnius in 1928, and her family fled the Nazis to Kazakhstan. They married in 1947, migrated to Australia, and built a successful knitwear business in Melbourne. Their family established this scholarship to help students facing political and racial hardships to access education.
Sam Papasavas Scholarship
The Sam Papasavas Scholarship is designed to support current or former refugee students at RMIT University who are pursuing an associate or bachelor's degree. This scholarship recognizes the unique challenges faced by refugees and aims to reduce financial barriers to education. The scholarship provides significant financial support of up to $10,000 per year for the standard duration of the recipient's program, with a maximum value of $50,000. Applicants must demonstrate both financial hardship and circumstances that impact their ability to study, such as disability, personal difficulties, coming from a rural or regional area, non-English speaking background, or having recently migrated to Australia. The scholarship is available to both full-time students and part-time students in exceptional circumstances, and requires at least one year of full-time study remaining in the program.
STEM Women in Computing Technologies Scholarship
The STEM Women in Computing Technologies Scholarship is designed to recognise and reward talented students who identify as women and demonstrate academic achievement in computing technologies fields. The scholarship provides $5,000 per year for up to four years for women commencing bachelor's degrees in computer science, data science, cyber security, information technology, or software engineering at RMIT University. Eligible applicants must be Australian citizens, permanent residents, or permanent humanitarian visa holders who have completed VCE in a Victorian secondary school and achieved an ATAR of 85 or higher (90 or higher for double degree programs). The scholarship seeks to support women in STEM fields by providing financial assistance throughout their undergraduate studies, and recipients must enroll full-time in both semesters for the duration of their studies.
Rowe Scientific Chemistry Scholarship
The Rowe Scientific Chemistry Scholarship is designed to support third year Bachelor of Science students majoring in Chemistry at RMIT University. This scholarship provides financial assistance to students who can demonstrate circumstances which impact their study and academic achievement. Recipients must be able to demonstrate academic achievement through their Grade Point Average (GPA) in their current program. The scholarship particularly encourages applications from students facing various challenges including financial hardship (receiving government low income benefits or having a Centrelink Health Care Card), living with disability or long-term medical conditions, experiencing personal or family difficulties, relocating from interstate or rural/regional areas to study in Melbourne, or those who have been in foster/kinship care. The scholarship also strongly encourages applications from under-represented backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, current or former refugees, and students who completed secondary education at School Network Access Program schools.
RMIT Study Support Scholarship
The RMIT Study Support Scholarship is designed to support students who can demonstrate circumstances which impact their ability to study. This scholarship provides financial assistance to help students focus more on their studies by reducing the need for part-time work. The scholarship is intended for students who face challenges such as receiving government low income benefits, living with a disability or long-term medical condition, experiencing personal or family difficulties, relocating from rural or regional areas to study in Melbourne, or coming from under-represented backgrounds including refugees, migrants from non-English backgrounds, or students who have been in foster or kinship care. The scholarship aims to help students afford study materials, textbooks, equipment, and transportation costs, enabling them to achieve academic success. Successful recipients receive the scholarship as fortnightly stipend payments throughout the duration of their study period.
RMIT Indigenous Study Support Scholarship
The RMIT Indigenous Study Support Scholarship is designed to support Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students pursuing higher education at RMIT University. This scholarship provides financial support to help students with their educational expenses throughout their studies. The scholarship offers up to $7,000 per year for full-time students and $3,500 per year for part-time students, paid as a stipend via fortnightly payments for the minimum standard duration of the program. Students must register with RMIT's Ngarara Willim Centre and provide documentation confirming their Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander status. The scholarship is available for students enrolling in certificate IV, diploma, undergraduate degree, or postgraduate by coursework programs at RMIT.
RMIT Welcome and the Sam and Nina Narodowski Asylum Seeker Scholarships
The RMIT Welcome Scholarship in conjunction with the Sam and Nina Narodowski Asylum Seeker Scholarship has been established in recognition of the financial hardship that is faced by individuals from asylum seeker backgrounds. Eligible people seeking asylum looking to study full-time in a RMIT vocational or undergraduate degree program are encouraged to apply. The scholarships consist of full program tuition fees and Student Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF) paid per semester and/or a living allowance for the duration of the program. There are limited scholarships available across different program levels, ranging from Certificate IV programs to Bachelor degree programs, with living allowances ranging from $2,500 to $15,000 depending on the program level.
RMIT Technology Grant
The RMIT Technology Grant is a one-off payment designed to assist students registered with RMIT's Equitable Learning Services who are living with a disability, long-term illness, and/or mental health condition. This grant provides financial support to purchase technology that assists students with their studies, excluding laptops and smartphones. The grant can be used for subscriptions to services such as Natural Reader, Zoom, Otter Pro, as well as relevant hardware and software that support accessible learning. Students registered with Equitable Learning Services are nominated by an advisor for this grant, making it a targeted support mechanism for students requiring assistive technology to succeed in their academic pursuits.
RMIT Tech Ignite Scholarship
The RMIT Tech Ignite Scholarship is designed for commencing computer science, data science, information technology or software engineering students from diverse backgrounds. The scholarship provides $15,000 per year for four years (totaling up to $60,000) plus 40 weeks of paid Work Integrated Learning (WIL) activities (internships) with donor companies in the third year of study. The scholarship is funded by Pepperstone, Buildxact, Two Bulls, and Nintex, who wanted to create something meaningful to give back to the community, with a key focus on education for under-represented or under-privileged students. The program is designed to support students' access to education while offering valuable work experiences, so scholars graduate with a flying start - igniting their journey into IT. The scholarship specifically targets strong achieving students who identify as women, those receiving government low-income benefits, those living with disabilities or who are neurodivergent, students from interstate or rural/regional areas, those from foster/kinship care, and students from under-represented backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, recent migrants, refugees, and those from specific access program schools.
RMIT Equity Travel Grant
The RMIT Equity Travel Grant provides financial support for RMIT students undertaking international mobility activities for credit who can demonstrate circumstances which impact their study. The grant is designed to assist students from disadvantaged or under-represented backgrounds to participate in overseas study experiences including study abroad, exchange programs, global intensives, and international placements or internships. The grant provides up to $3,500 depending on the duration and type of mobility activity. Short-term programs of up to 8 weeks receive $2,000, while long-term semester exchange programs of 8 weeks or more receive $3,500. Eligible students must be Australian or New Zealand citizens, Australian permanent residents, or permanent humanitarian visa holders who can demonstrate circumstances such as receiving government benefits, living with a disability, experiencing personal difficulties, being from rural/regional areas, or being from under-represented backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, refugees, or those from non-English speaking backgrounds.
RMIT Equity Notebook Grant
The RMIT Equity Notebook Grant provides up to $1,000 to purchase a notebook computer for students experiencing financial hardship. This grant is available to full-time students enrolling in certificate III, certificate IV, diploma, or undergraduate degree programs at RMIT University. The grant aims to support students who face circumstances that impact their ability to study, including those from under-represented backgrounds, students with disabilities, those experiencing personal difficulties, students from rural/regional areas, or those from low-income families. The grant ensures that eligible students have access to essential technology needed for their studies, removing a significant barrier to educational success.
RMIT Accommodation Scholarship
The RMIT Accommodation Scholarship provides financial assistance to students who are relocating to Melbourne or Bendigo to study at RMIT University. The scholarship is designed to help cover rental and shared accommodation costs for students moving from interstate or rural/regional areas. It supports students experiencing financial hardship and facing various circumstances that impact their ability to study, including those with disabilities, from under-represented backgrounds, or experiencing personal difficulties. For Semester 1 applicants, the scholarship provides $6,000 for full-time students and $3,000 for part-time students for one year. For Semester 2 applicants, it provides $3,000 for full-time students and $1,500 for part-time students for one semester. The scholarship is paid as a stipend in fortnightly payments rather than a lump sum. Eligible students must be commencing their studies in certificate IV, diploma, undergraduate degree, or postgraduate coursework programs at RMIT and must not have previously completed a program at the same level of study or higher.
RG Kayler-Thomson Memorial Scholarship
The RG Kayler-Thomson Memorial Scholarship is a one-semester scholarship for mechanical engineering students at RMIT University who are enrolled in Applied Heat and Mass Transfer and have completed prerequisite thermodynamics and fluid mechanics courses. The scholarship was established by the late Marion Kayler-Thomson and is administered by the Australian Institute of Refrigeration Air Conditioning and Heating (AIRAH) in honour of her husband and son who worked in refrigeration engineering. It supports students interested in pursuing careers in the refrigeration, air-conditioning, and heating engineering industries. This competitive scholarship provides financial support to full-time students enrolled in specific mechanical engineering programs at RMIT's Australian campus.
Professor Robert and Josephine Shanks Undergraduate Scholarship
The Professor Robert and Josephine Shanks Undergraduate Scholarship is designed to support Australian students entering their honours year in science, engineering, or technology at RMIT University. This scholarship provides $8,000 for one year and is made possible by the generous donation from Professor Robert and Josephine Shanks, both RMIT alumni committed to encouraging Australians to enter academic research. The scholarship aims to provide financial support to students undertaking their honours year, reducing economic pressures and allowing them to focus more on their studies and research. Recipients must demonstrate strong academic performance with a GPA of 3.0 or higher and intend to continue their education at RMIT with a research degree the following year. Past recipients have noted that the scholarship relieves financial stress and allows more time to be dedicated to university work and personal wellbeing.
Port of Portland Scholarship for Women
The Port of Portland Scholarship for Women is designed to support women studying civil and infrastructure engineering at RMIT University. This scholarship is targeted at students who can demonstrate circumstances which impact their ability to study, with preference given to those relocating from rural or regional areas. The Port of Portland is committed to supporting women entering engineering professions through this scholarship program. The scholarship provides financial assistance of up to $10,000 per year for up to four years, along with valuable mentorship opportunities with Port of Portland members and work experience or internship opportunities. Recipients must be enrolled full-time in the Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Infrastructure) program or the combined Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Business program at RMIT.
Peter Coloe Scholarship
The Peter Coloe Scholarship is named after Professor Peter Coloe, a long-serving senior staff member at RMIT University with over 25 years of service. The scholarship aims to assist final year students in biotechnology, biomedical or engineering programs who are particularly hindered by financial circumstances which are impeding their ability to study. Professor Coloe has made a prolific and significant contribution to understanding, detecting and controlling infectious diseases, with over 160 publications and three worldwide patents to his name. This scholarship provides financial support to students who can demonstrate financial hardship and other circumstances which impact their study. Eligible circumstances include living with a disability, long-term medical condition or identifying as neurodivergent; experiencing personal, family or social difficulties; being from an interstate or rural/regional area and relocating to Melbourne; having previously or currently living in foster/kinship care; or being from an under-represented background including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, migrants from non-English backgrounds, refugees, or students who completed secondary school at a School Network Access Program school. Applicants must be Australian or New Zealand citizens, Australian permanent residents, or permanent humanitarian visa holders, enrolling full-time in their final year of a biotechnology, biomedical or engineering diploma or undergraduate degree at RMIT University. The scholarship is designed to help students graduate by alleviating financial burdens that might otherwise prevent them from completing their studies.
Paul Tomkinson Scholarship in Surveying
The Paul Tomkinson Scholarship in Surveying is designed to support students in surveying and spatial information programs at RMIT University who face circumstances that impact their ability to study. The scholarship provides up to $10,000 per year ($5,000 per semester) for up to four years. This scholarship was established in recognition of Paul Tomkinson's passion for regional towns and their people, his insistence on excellence and his commitment to supporting the surveying profession. Paul Tomkinson was a licensed surveyor who established his company in 1973 to serve the growing land development needs of regional Victoria. He was the first in his family to attend university, having trained at RMIT as a land surveyor. The scholarship continues his legacy by supporting students from diverse backgrounds including those from rural and regional areas, students with disabilities, students from under-represented backgrounds, and those facing personal or financial challenges. Preference is given to rural and regional students, reflecting Paul's dedication to regional communities.
Orcadia Foundation Scholarship
The Orcadia Foundation Scholarship is designed to support students who have recently migrated to Australia from non-English speaking backgrounds and face circumstances that impact their ability to study. The scholarship provides financial assistance to help migrant students with the challenges of relocating from different cultures and environments. The Orcadia Foundation was established by a founder who relocated to Australia from the UK in 1972 and wanted to help those facing greater challenges than he experienced. The scholarship provides up to $5,000 paid over one year to help reduce the financial struggle for eligible students. Preference is given to current or former refugees and commencing students who have recently migrated to Australia. Recipients can use the funds to focus on their studies rather than working minimum wage jobs, allowing them to achieve their academic goals and maintain high grades.
Northcote Trust Scholarship
The Northcote Trust Scholarship supports students who have progressed or intend to progress from an RMIT diploma to an undergraduate degree in a similar field. The scholarship is designed to assist students experiencing various circumstances that impact their ability to study, including financial hardship, disability, personal difficulties, or being from under-represented backgrounds. Recipients consistently report that the scholarship reduces financial pressure, allowing them to focus more on their studies and achieve better academic outcomes. The scholarship provides significant financial support over multiple years to help students successfully transition from diploma to degree programs at RMIT University.
Ngarara Willim Postgraduate Coursework Scholarship
The Ngarara Willim Postgraduate Coursework Scholarship supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students pursuing postgraduate coursework programs at RMIT University. This scholarship provides financial assistance to help overcome challenges that may impact students' ability to study. The scholarship is designed to support Indigenous students who are passionate about their studies and future career, with preference given to those demonstrating community participation and facing circumstances that impact their educational journey. Students must register with RMIT's Ngarara Willim Centre and provide documentation confirming their Indigenous status. The scholarship provides up to $7,000 per year for full-time students for up to two years, or up to $3,500 per year for part-time students for up to four years, disbursed per semester.
Maternal and Child Health Nursing Scholarship
The Maternal and Child Health (MCH) nursing scholarships are designed to attract high quality nurse midwives to increase the capacity of Victoria's already world-class MCH nursing workforce. Funded by the Victorian Government Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), this scholarship supports the Victorian Government's Early Childhood Reform Plan. The scholarship provides funding for Commonwealth Supported Places for full-time students over one year or part-time students over two years. Priority scholarships are also available for eligible Aboriginal students, students from diverse communities or students undertaking their clinical placement in areas of high workforce deficit. The scholarship is specifically for students enrolled in the Graduate Diploma in Child and Family Health Nursing (GD159) at RMIT University who are Division 1 Registered Nurses and Midwives registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.
Mason Family Trust Scholarship
The Mason Family Trust Scholarship supports commencing Bachelor of Fine Arts students at RMIT University who can demonstrate circumstances which impact their study. This scholarship provides financial assistance of $10,000 per year for up to three years to eligible students. The scholarship is designed to support students from diverse backgrounds including those receiving low income benefits, living with disabilities, experiencing personal difficulties, or coming from rural/regional areas. Applicants must be Australian citizens, permanent residents, or humanitarian visa holders who are residents of Victoria and demonstrate innovative approaches to traditional materials or techniques in the creation of their art. The Bachelor of Fine Arts degree supports innovative, creative and independent art practice with specialisations emerging from long art traditions in painting, drawing, print, gold and silversmithing, ceramics, sculpture and photography and moving image.
Marion Fletcher Fashion and Textiles Scholarship
The Marion Fletcher Fashion and Textiles Scholarship is available to Australian citizens and permanent residents commencing full-time study in the Bachelor of Fashion (Design) at RMIT University. This scholarship provides financial support up to $8,000 per year for three years during the standard program duration. If graduates immediately progress into the one-year Bachelor of Fashion (Design) (Honours) program, the scholarship continues for the honours year. The scholarship is made possible by a generous bequest from the Marion Fletcher family. Marion Fletcher was a distinguished designer, teacher, historian and curator who joined RMIT's School of Applied Art in 1950 and maintained a career combining practice, theory, innovation and excellence in textile design and fashion education. Applicants must demonstrate circumstances impacting their ability to study, such as receiving government low-income benefits, living with a disability, experiencing personal difficulties, being from rural/regional areas, or being from under-represented backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, refugees, or those from non-English speaking backgrounds.
MAI Foundation Scholarship
The MAI Foundation Scholarship is designed to support second-year students with a passion for property development or the business sector who can demonstrate circumstances impacting their education. The scholarship provides financial support worth $7,500 per year for two years. The MAI Foundation is passionate about supporting RMIT students with a passion for property development or business sector. The recipient may also be offered a work experience placement as part of the scholarship, providing valuable practical experience with the MAI Foundation's corporate partners. This scholarship aims to assist students who face challenges in pursuing their education, whether due to financial hardship, disability, personal difficulties, geographic displacement, or being from under-represented backgrounds including Indigenous students, refugees, or those from non-English speaking backgrounds.
M80 Ring Road Pathways Scholarship
The M80 Ring Road Pathways Scholarship is designed for students who identify as a woman or non-binary enrolled in programs of significance to M80 Ring Road. The scholarship provides financial support up to $10,000 over two years and offers an opportunity to participate in a cadetship with M80 Ring Road, located in Bundoora or Watsonia. The scholarship is available to students in their second or third year of study (for single bachelor degree programs) or third or fourth year (for double degree programs), who must have at least one year of study remaining in 2026. The scholarship aims to support students from underrepresented backgrounds or those experiencing circumstances which impact their study, particularly in fields related to civil engineering, environmental engineering, business, psychology, commerce, law, and construction management.
Lighthouse Club Australia Scholarship
The Lighthouse Club Australia Scholarship provides financial support for second year Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) students at RMIT University who are from diverse backgrounds or can demonstrate circumstances which impact their study. The scholarship is worth up to $5,000 per annum for up to three years. The Lighthouse Club Australia is an international charitable organisation which supports young people from disadvantaged communities and backgrounds to undertake construction-related educational courses. This scholarship aims to help students overcome financial and personal barriers to complete their construction management degree and enter the construction industry.
LTI Scholarship
The LTI Scholarship is offered by RMIT University in partnership with Larsen & Toubro Infotech (LTI), a global technology consulting and digital solutions company. This scholarship aims to support students undertaking business studies in information systems at RMIT University. The scholarship provides financial assistance to eligible students who are enrolling full-time in Bachelor of Business programs with a major in Business Information Systems. The scholarship is specifically designed to help students from backgrounds with barriers to education, including those receiving government benefits, living with disabilities, experiencing personal difficulties, from rural/regional areas, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, refugees, and those from non-English speaking backgrounds. With a value of up to $9,000 per annum (up to $4,500 per semester), the scholarship supports students throughout the standard duration of their program, potentially providing up to $36,000 in total support. This opportunity demonstrates LTI's commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion in the technology and business information systems sector while supporting Australian students who face educational access challenges.
Jillian Weaven Scholarship
The Jillian Weaven Scholarship is designed to honour the legacy of Jillian Weaven, a Wiradjuri woman passionate about education and creating career pathways for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The scholarship encourages and assists students in business or law-related disciplines to complete their studies at RMIT University. It provides financial support of up to $10,000 for full-time students or $5,000 for part-time students for one year. The scholarship may also offer matching with an appropriate mentor within RMIT, an opportunity to undertake an internship or WIL activity during the scholarship period for a minimum of 150 paid hours at RMIT, consideration for a HR Graduate position within the People team, and appropriate membership fees such as AHRI membership. The scholarship was established as a tribute to Jillian Weaven's outstanding contribution to First Nations people at RMIT, her role in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment Committee, and her commitment to supporting the growth and development of women at RMIT in her role as Senior People Business Partner.
Jayco Scholarship
The Jayco Scholarship is designed to encourage and support students in the Bachelor of Industrial Design (Honours) who are from diverse backgrounds and/or experiencing circumstances which impact their ability to study. Created by Jayco, Australia's leading RV manufacturer, this scholarship provides financial assistance to eligible students facing various challenges including low income, disability, personal difficulties, or those from under-represented backgrounds such as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, refugees, or students from rural/regional areas. The scholarship is awarded annually to full-time students with at least one year of study remaining in their program.
Kapitol Group Scholarship
The Kapitol Group Scholarship is designed for construction management students at RMIT University who are in their second, third, or fourth year of study. Kapitol Group is one of Australia's fastest-growing design and construction companies. This scholarship provides construction management students with financial assistance of $10,000 for one year, along with an amazing opportunity to undertake paid work experience across Kapitol's diverse portfolio of construction projects. The scholarship also offers an opportunity for paid work during the vacation period and the potential to undertake a paid cadetship. Applicants must demonstrate circumstances that impact their ability to study, such as financial hardship, disability, family difficulties, or belonging to under-represented groups including women in male-dominated industries, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, or refugees. The scholarship requires recipients to be willing to participate in paid work experiences and interviews with Kapitol Group representatives.
Jacob and Charlotte Kahane Scholarship
This scholarship was created in memory of Jacob and Charlotte Kahane, with Charlotte being a former RMIT University student who graduated with a Diploma of Arts (Journalism) in 1978. The scholarship is designed to support students pursuing undergraduate studies in journalism, with preference given to students with a Jewish background, though students from non-Jewish backgrounds are also encouraged to apply. Charlotte Kahane was a well-known author and journalist who worked for the Australian Jewish News for 12 years and published articles in various international publications. Her published writing contributed significantly to Holocaust-related testimonies and accounts. The scholarship provides financial assistance to full-time students enrolled in the Bachelor of Communication (Journalism) program at RMIT University for the duration of their studies. Recipients must have at least one year remaining in their program and must not have previously completed a bachelor's degree or higher qualification.
Jack Ward Scholarship
The Jack Ward Scholarship is designed to support associate and bachelor's degree students in their second year or higher who can demonstrate financial hardship and other circumstances which impact their study. This scholarship is made possible by a generous donation from the Board of the Melbourne Cooperative Bookshop Limited, which was established at RMIT in 1960 as a student-led initiative. The scholarship was established by RMIT in 2015 in recognition of Mr Jack Ward, RMIT Chief Librarian from 1956 to 1980, who was also a Director of the Melbourne Cooperative Bookshop. The scholarship provides financial support to help students overcome barriers to their education, allowing them to focus on their studies without the burden of financial stress. Applicants must demonstrate academic achievement with a minimum GPA of 3.0, as well as experiencing circumstances such as disability, personal difficulties, coming from rural/regional areas, or being from under-represented backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, refugees, or students from non-English speaking backgrounds.
Irana Turynska Scholarship
The Irana Turynska Scholarship is made available by the generous bequest of the late Irana Turynska, an RMIT alumnus who studied architecture. This scholarship provides financial support for women who identify as such and have resided in Australia for less than ten years, who are pursuing studies in architectural design or architecture. The scholarship aims to support students in their third year of the Bachelor of Architectural Design or first year of the Master of Architecture program at RMIT University. The scholarship requires recipients to maintain a minimum Grade Point Average of 2.5 or higher and be enrolled full-time in both semesters. Recipients must demonstrate their motivation for choosing their RMIT program, outline their future plans and career aspirations, and explain how the scholarship will help them overcome current challenges in their studies.
Indigenous Resource Grant
The Indigenous Resource Grant provides one-off financial assistance to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students at RMIT University to help with various costs that may impede the continuation of their studies. This grant is designed to support Indigenous students facing specific financial barriers related to their coursework requirements. The grant covers several categories of expenses including unpaid Work Integrated Learning (WIL) placement assistance, course material and excursion fees, flight training costs, mandatory technology and software requirements, and professional development opportunities such as conferences and workshops. Students must be enrolled in an RMIT program, have confirmed their Indigenous heritage with the Ngarara Willim Centre, and demonstrate how the assistance will aid in continuing their studies. The grant amounts vary depending on the type of expense, with unpaid WIL placement assistance up to $3,000, materials/excursion fees up to $400, flight training costs up to $3,000, technology requirements up to $500, and professional development support up to $1,000.
Indigenous Commonwealth Education Scholarship
The Indigenous Commonwealth Education Scholarship (ICES) is designed to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students pursuing higher education at RMIT University. This scholarship provides financial assistance to help eligible students with their living costs while undertaking associate degrees, bachelor degrees, or postgraduate coursework programs. The scholarship offers up to $7,000 per year for full-time students and up to $3,500 per year for part-time students, paid on a per-semester basis for the standard duration of the program. Preference is given to students who can demonstrate financial hardship and who have relocated from rural or regional areas to study in Melbourne. Recipients must maintain satisfactory academic performance and demonstrate continued commitment to the RMIT Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community through participation in cultural and social activities organized by the Ngarara Willim Centre.
Indigenous Commonwealth Accommodation Scholarship
The Indigenous Commonwealth Accommodation Scholarship (ICAS) is designed to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students who are relocating from rural or regional areas to study at RMIT University in Melbourne. This scholarship provides financial assistance to help with accommodation costs for eligible Indigenous students pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degrees. The scholarship provides up to $7,000 per year for full-time students and $3,500 per year for part-time students, paid in semester installments throughout the standard duration of their program. Preference is given to students who demonstrate financial hardship and who have relocated from rural or regional areas. Recipients must maintain satisfactory academic performance, engage with the Indigenous Tutorial Assistance Scheme, and participate in cultural activities through the Ngarara Willim Centre for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. The scholarship aims to reduce financial barriers for Indigenous students and support their successful completion of tertiary education at RMIT.
Inder Kaur Scholarship
The Inder Kaur Scholarship provides financial support for women enrolled full-time in a bachelor's degree at RMIT University who can demonstrate circumstances which impact their study. This scholarship honours Inder Kaur, who became a refugee after the partition of India in 1947 and later graduated with a Masters degree at age 47, becoming the Founding Principal of three women's colleges in Punjab, India. The scholarship recognizes her initiative, daring and persistence in following her dream of education. Preference is given to current or former refugees, or the child of a past refugee. The scholarship provides up to $7,000 per year for the standard duration of the program to help students overcome challenges and achieve their educational goals.
Inder Kaur Resilience Scholarship
The Inder Kaur Resilience Scholarship is designed to support women who identify as female and are facing circumstances that impact their ability to study. This scholarship honors the legacy of Inder Kaur, who pursued her education despite significant barriers and eventually earned a Masters degree at age 47, becoming the Founding Principal of three women's colleges in Punjab, India. The scholarship provides financial assistance to help women overcome challenges and pursue their educational dreams at RMIT University. Preference is given to women who have experienced family violence and/or migrant women. The scholarship can be awarded for certificate IV, diploma, or undergraduate degree programs and provides annual support based on enrollment status.
IDEA Photography Scholarship for Excellence
The IDEA Photography Scholarship for Excellence is offered by RMIT University for commencing students in the Bachelor of Photography program who demonstrate creative excellence in their photography work. This scholarship, established from funds donated by the Imaging and Digital Entertainment Association (IDEA) upon winding up its operations in 2022, continues IDEA's 35-year legacy in supporting photography education. The scholarship provides financial support up to $7,500 per annum for up to three years, making it worth up to $22,500 total. Selection is based on creative excellence demonstrated through submitted photography portfolios, selection tasks for program entry, and ATAR scores where applicable.
IDEA Photography Equity Scholarship
The IDEA Photography Equity Scholarship is designed to support students enrolled full-time in the Bachelor of Photography at RMIT University who can demonstrate circumstances which impact their study. The scholarship provides financial assistance up to $7,500 per annum for up to three years, totaling a maximum of $22,500. This scholarship was established by the Imaging and Digital Entertainment Association (IDEA), the Australian industry body supporting photography for over 40 years, which ended in 2022 and created these scholarships to continue its legacy in support of photography students. The scholarship aims to assist students experiencing various circumstances including those receiving low income benefits or holding a Centrelink Health Care Card, living with a disability or long-term medical condition, experiencing personal or family difficulties, students from interstate or rural/regional areas relocating to Melbourne, those who have lived in foster/kinship care, and students from under-represented backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, refugees, and students from non-English speaking backgrounds. Eligible applicants must be Australian or New Zealand citizens, Australian permanent residents, or permanent humanitarian visa holders commencing full-time study in semester 1 2026 in their first year of the Bachelor of Photography program at RMIT University.
Hugh and Selina Williams Foundation Scholarship
The Hugh and Selina Williams Foundation Scholarship provides financial support for women studying computing technology at RMIT University. This scholarship is designed to assist first or second year students who identify as women and are experiencing circumstances that impact their ability to study. Eligible circumstances include receiving government low-income benefits, living with a disability or medical condition, experiencing personal or family difficulties, relocating from rural or regional areas to Melbourne, living in foster or kinship care, or being from under-represented backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, recent migrants, refugees, or students from low socioeconomic backgrounds. The scholarship aims to support diversity and equity in computing technology fields, providing financial assistance to help overcome barriers to education.
Herbert and Inge Littauer Scholarship
The Herbert and Inge Littauer Scholarship is offered for students enrolled full-time in nursing and health programs at RMIT University who can demonstrate circumstances which impact their study. The scholarship provides up to $3,000 as a one-off payment. It is offered in memory of Herbert and Inge Littauer who arrived in Australia as refugees from Germany in 1938/39 and began new lives. The opportunity to study nursing gave Inge Littauer the incentive to learn English, gain a recognised qualification and contribute in practical ways to her community. Inge Littauer was an intelligent woman who demonstrated courage and determination, and this scholarship continues her legacy by providing similar opportunities to others facing challenges in their educational journey.
Hay and Backman Supply Chain and Logistics Scholarship
The Hay and Backman Supply Chain and Logistics Scholarship provides financial assistance for supply chain and logistics students who have relevant industry experience. This scholarship is made possible by a generous donation from Mrs. Christine Hay, in memory of her husband, David Hay who passed away in 2011. David was an active participant and contributor to the logistics industry for over 50 years and was committed to education throughout his career. The scholarship serves the purpose of supporting and encouraging others to maximise their potential in the supply chain and logistics industry. In 2023, Christine renamed the scholarship to also honour Ivan Backman who was instrumental in the initial establishment of the scholarship and contributed significantly to the logistics industry during his career. Recipients are required to engage in a RMIT facilitated career mentoring program.
Halim Family Women in Science Scholarship
The Halim Family Women in Science Scholarship is designed to support women studying STEM programs at RMIT University who can demonstrate circumstances that impact their ability to study. The scholarship aims to increase participation and success of women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics fields by providing financial assistance to those facing various personal, social, or economic challenges. The scholarship is available to students enrolling in a range of undergraduate science programs including Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Space Science, Bachelor of Geospatial Science, Bachelor of Information Technology, Bachelor of Surveying, Bachelor of Data Science, and various specialized science programs. Eligibility extends to students who are receiving government low-income benefits, living with disabilities, from rural or regional areas relocating to Melbourne, from under-represented backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, refugees, or recent migrants from non-English speaking backgrounds. The scholarship provides ongoing support throughout the standard duration of the enrolled program.
Hacer Women in Construction Scholarship
The Hacer Women in Construction Scholarship is designed to support women pursuing education in construction management, project management, or energy efficient and sustainable building at RMIT University. The scholarship provides $7,000 for one semester to eligible students enrolled in specified undergraduate or postgraduate programs. Recipients who are selected also gain access to a paid position in the Hacer 2-year Graduate Program, working a minimum of four days per week. This unique opportunity combines financial support with practical career development, offering scholars direct entry into the construction industry with Hacer Group Pty Ltd, a leading Australian design and construction company. The scholarship aims to encourage more women to enter and excel in the construction sector while providing valuable industry experience alongside their studies.
H&H Group Indigenous Scholarship
The H&H Group Indigenous Scholarship is designed to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students enrolled in business, marketing, and communication programs at RMIT University. This comprehensive scholarship provides financial assistance, professional development opportunities, and a clear pathway to employment. The scholarship offers up to $20,000 per year to help with study and living expenses, participation in a mentoring program provided by H&H Group, and work-integrated learning activities including paid work experience. Upon successful completion of their program, scholarship recipients are guaranteed a full-time, paid graduate position for 12 months at H&H Group. H&H Group is a leading global provider of premium family nutrition and wellness solutions that aims to inspire wellness and contribute positively to society. The scholarship is intended to provide students with immersive experiences across many areas of the business, building skills and capabilities while navigating toward paid employment in their chosen field. Throughout their studies, recipients benefit from mentorship and support to help them integrate into the H&H culture.
Grathelms Scholarship
The Grathelms Scholarship is designed for Bachelor of Fashion (Design) students in their second, third or honours year, with outstanding academic results, who can demonstrate circumstances which impact their study. Made possible by a generous donation from Neil McGrath and Ron Elms, designers and principals of Grathelms Couture established in Melbourne in 1966, the scholarship is given to foster and assist oncoming talent and to provide encouragement and reward. The scholarship is awarded based on the application, academic results and demonstrated potential for future practice. Recipients can use the funds to establish their practice and studio with required tools, explore materials, and gain financial security while pursuing their fashion design studies.
Gina Solomon Scholarship in Environment Studies
The Gina Solomon Scholarship in Environment Studies is an annual scholarship created by Major Road Projects Victoria (MRPV) in partnership with the Solomon family. It honors the memory and legacy of Gina Solomon, a Senior Planning and Environment Specialist who passed away in 2020. The scholarship aims to support a passionate and dedicated emerging environmental student studying in their second year of an environmental science, urban and regional planning, environmental engineering or sustainable systems engineering bachelor's degree. The scholarship provides financial support as well as the opportunity for relevant work experience with MRPV. The successful recipient will demonstrate key attributes including diligence, hardworking nature, a sense of contribution to others, and acting with integrity. Recipients must identify as a woman and be enrolled full-time in their second year at RMIT University in eligible environmental or engineering programs.
Gerard Driesen Scholarship for VE Indigenous Students
The Gerard Driesen Scholarship is designed to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students enrolled in Vocational Education (VE) programs at RMIT University who face circumstances impacting their education. This scholarship provides financial assistance to Indigenous students pursuing certificate IV, diploma, or advanced diploma qualifications. The scholarship recognizes that various life circumstances can create barriers to educational success, including financial hardship, disability, geographic relocation, or coming from under-represented backgrounds. Preference is given to students enrolling in creative studies such as design, visual arts, custom-made footwear, photography, and screenwriting. The scholarship aims to support educational access and success for Indigenous students by providing stipend payments throughout their vocational education journey, including pathways from certificate level through to advanced diploma or degree programs in the same discipline.
Gavin Teague Memorial Scholarship
The Gavin Teague Memorial Scholarship is a memorial scholarship established to assist students with artistic merit who wish to pursue the arts as a career path. It was created in memory of Gavin Teague, who graduated from Bachelor of Arts (Fine Art) at RMIT in 2008 and sadly passed away at age 25 while travelling overseas. The scholarship provides financial support for students enrolled in the Bachelor of Fine Arts program who can demonstrate artistic merit and circumstances which impact their study. Art was a passion for Gavin Teague, who painted, drew, designed, made ambient music, and used symbolism and metaphor to speak of issues close to his heart. The scholarship celebrates his work and helps students facing personal, financial, or social challenges to continue their artistic education at RMIT University.
Gail E Donne Scholarship in Biomedical Science (Laboratory Medicine)
The Gail E Donne Scholarship in Biomedical Science (Laboratory Medicine) has been established in memory of Gail Elizabeth Mangion (nee Donne) who was an alumna of RMIT graduating in Biomedical Science (Laboratory Medicine) in 1969. This scholarship is designed for students who identify as women and are enrolled full-time in a laboratory medicine program at RMIT University. The scholarship recognizes and supports students who can demonstrate financial hardship, academic ability, and active community involvement. Recipients must be passionate about pursuing a career in laboratory medicine and demonstrate interpersonal communication and leadership skills. Preference is given to applicants with a current regional or rural residence or who have moved from a regional or rural area to Melbourne to study this degree. The scholarship may be extended for an additional year based on demonstrated academic performance and a positive recommendation from the academic head of the RMIT Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Laboratory Medicine) program.
GS1 Australia Supply Chain Scholarships
The GS1 Australia Supply Chain Scholarships provide financial support to students undertaking studies in supply chain management as part of their undergraduate degree at RMIT University. This scholarship aims to support students facing circumstances which impact their ability to study, such as financial hardship, disability, or coming from under-represented backgrounds. The scholarship provides $10,000 per year for up to four years to eligible students enrolled in Bachelor of Business programs with a focus on Logistics and Supply Chain Management. The scholarship highlights GS1 Australia's commitment to developing Australia's future leaders in supply chain management and associated disciplines, and strengthens the long-standing relationship between GS1 Australia and the RMIT School of Business. GS1 Australia is a not-for-profit global organisation that develops and maintains the most widely-used supply chain standards in the world, serving 22 industry sectors and supporting more than 17,000 members nationally to improve supply chain efficiency and cost effectiveness.
GJK Facility Services Scholarship
The GJK Facility Services Scholarship provides financial support for STEM bachelor students who can demonstrate circumstances which impact their study. This scholarship is valued at up to $10,000 per annum for up to three years, with a maximum value of $30,000. The scholarship is designed to support students facing various challenges including financial hardship, disability, personal difficulties, or those from under-represented backgrounds. GJK Facility Services, a multi-disciplinary business employing over 2,500 people across Australia and New Zealand, aims to support environmental science and engineering students who have demonstrated achievement, leadership skills, and have a passion for sustainability and energy management. Preference is given to women studying in gender under-represented STEM programs, students who need to relocate from rural/regional/interstate locations, and those demonstrating financial hardship.
ExxonMobil Engineering Scholarship for Excellence
The ExxonMobil Engineering Scholarship for Excellence is designed for outstanding Bachelor of Engineering students at RMIT University who are in their penultimate year of study. The scholarship recognizes academic achievement with a minimum GPA requirement of 3.0 and provides financial support to help students complete their engineering education. Recipients of this scholarship may also have the opportunity to participate in an interview for the 2026 ExxonMobil Internship Program, providing a potential pathway to professional experience with ExxonMobil. Two scholarships are awarded annually, each providing $5,000 for one year of study. Applicants must demonstrate their motivation for working with ExxonMobil, describe their leadership capability and communication skills, and articulate their future career aspirations in the engineering field.
Evelyn Boekemann Scholarship
The Evelyn Boekemann Scholarship supports Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students pursuing vocational education and higher education at RMIT University. This scholarship was made possible by the generous bequest of the late Mrs. Evelyn Boekemann who made provision for promoting and encouraging the education of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. The scholarship provides financial support to students who can demonstrate financial hardship and circumstances that impact their ability to study, such as disability, personal difficulties, or coming from rural/regional areas. The scholarship can continue as students progress from certificate IV through diploma and advanced diploma programs, and can extend into associate or bachelor's degree programs for their standard duration.
Ernest William Capp Scholarship
The Ernest William Capp Scholarship is made available by the generous bequest of the late Ernest William Capp. The scholarship is designed to assist the education of students who experience financial hardship and other circumstances that impact their education, who demonstrate the will to succeed. This scholarship provides up to $700 as a one-off payment to diploma and degree students at RMIT University who can demonstrate circumstances which impact their study. The scholarship is available to students enrolled full-time in semester 1 and 2 in a diploma or undergraduate degree program. Applicants must demonstrate financial hardship (such as receiving a government tested low income benefit or having a Centrelink Health Care Card) and circumstances which impact their ability to study, such as living with a disability, experiencing personal/family/social difficulties, being from a rural/regional area, being in foster care, or being from an under-represented background. Applicants must also demonstrate outstanding potential and ambition, academic or otherwise, and have at least one year of their program left to complete.
Emeritus Professor John Jackson Scholarship
The Emeritus Professor John Jackson Scholarship was created to provide support to students who have experienced significant family/social and economic difficulties and challenges but who are passionate in their desire for tertiary education. This scholarship provides up to $25,000 per year for the standard duration of the student's program, consisting of $5,000 towards tuition fees and up to $20,000 paid as a stipend. The scholarship offers assistance with fees to minimize recipients' tuition debt later in their career, as well as a substantial allowance to assist with everyday expenses such as transport costs and student requirements such as textbooks. This allowance is designed specifically to minimize if not eliminate the time recipients must devote to earning supplementary income during their university course. The scholarship is available to Australian citizens enrolling full-time in their first year of a diploma, advanced diploma, or undergraduate degree program at RMIT who have completed Year 12 of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) the previous year and can demonstrate both financial hardship and circumstances which impact their ability to study.
Emeritus Professor David Beanland AO Scholarship
The Emeritus Professor David Beanland AO Scholarship was established by RMIT and Emeritus Professor Beanland in 2014 to provide support and encouragement to Engineering students at RMIT. This scholarship provides financial assistance to Bachelor of Engineering students who can demonstrate academic achievement and other circumstances which impact their study. The scholarship aims to help students focus on their studies rather than dividing attention between coursework and part-time employment. Students may also participate in volunteer activities and extracurricular opportunities that provide valuable personal experience and skill development. The scholarship is named after Emeritus Professor David Beanland AO, who was Vice-Chancellor of RMIT from 1992 to 2000 and Director of RMIT Vietnam from 2000 to 2004, and became an Officer of the Order of Australia in 2001 for service to education.
Emeritus Professor Brian Smith AO Scholarship
The Emeritus Professor Brian Smith AO Scholarship was established by RMIT University in 2014 to provide support and encouragement to undergraduate students enrolled in any discipline at RMIT. This scholarship is specifically designed for current or former refugee students who are Australian citizens or permanent humanitarian visa holders. The scholarship aims to assist students who can demonstrate circumstances which impact their ability to study, including financial hardship, disability, personal difficulties, relocation from rural/regional areas, or coming from under-represented backgrounds. Named after Emeritus Professor Brian Smith AO, who served as Director of RMIT from 1979 to 1985 and became an Officer of the Order of Australia in 1998 for his services to post-secondary education, this scholarship provides significant financial support to help refugee students complete their undergraduate degrees.
Dylan Alcott Foundation Scholarship
The Dylan Alcott Foundation Scholarship is designed to support undergraduate students with a disability, long-term medical condition, or neurodiverse condition that impacts their ability to study. Through sport, education, mentorship, and disability advocacy, the Dylan Alcott Foundation seeks to empower young Australians living with disability to chase their dreams and break down barriers. The scholarship provides financial assistance covering both tuition fees and living expenses, with payments divided between direct course fee support and stipend payments to help with study and living costs. The scholarship is available to students enrolling at RMIT University in associate or bachelor's degree programs, with varying amounts depending on full-time or part-time enrollment status. Recipients must be under 26 years of age and demonstrate circumstances that impact their ability to study, such as low income, personal difficulties, rural/regional background, or under-represented status. The Foundation believes in equal opportunities for all individuals, especially the chance to complete tertiary education, and has partnered with RMIT University to create these scholarships.
Dwell Village Accommodation Support Scholarship
The Dwell Village Accommodation Support Scholarship is designed for students who need to relocate to study at RMIT in Melbourne. The scholarship provides a rental subsidy worth up to $12,408 in the form of accommodation support for a bed in a shared 2-Bedroom Studio at dwell Village student accommodation. The scholarship is aimed at supporting students from interstate or rural/regional areas within Australia who are moving to Melbourne to undertake their studies. Recipients must demonstrate financial hardship and may also be experiencing circumstances that impact their ability to study, such as living with a disability, experiencing personal difficulties, being from foster/kinship care, or being from under-represented backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, refugees, or students from non-English speaking backgrounds. The scholarship covers accommodation for 44 weeks during the academic year, with students contributing $94 per week while the scholarship covers the remainder of the rental costs.
Dr Glenn Baxter Memorial Scholarship
The Dr Glenn Baxter Memorial Scholarship is dedicated to supporting students in the Bachelor of Applied Science (Aviation) program at RMIT University. Established in memory of Dr Glenn Baxter, a former Senior Lecturer who was instrumental in developing the Aviation curriculum at RMIT, this scholarship honors his legacy of over 30 years in aviation management and his continued dedication to aviation research and education. The scholarship provides financial support of up to $10,000 for students in their third or fourth year of study, with preference given to those experiencing circumstances that impact their ability to study. Dr Baxter's sister Julie established this scholarship to continue his commitment to supporting aviation students and education after his unexpected passing in 2023 at the age of 67. The scholarship aims to help students overcome challenges and achieve their educational goals in aviation, reflecting Dr Baxter's lifelong dedication to the field.
Donald Cant Watts Corke Scholarship
The Donald Cant Watts Corke Scholarship provides financial support to construction and project management students who can demonstrate circumstances which impact their study. This scholarship is worth up to $10,000 for one year and is aimed at supporting students in the Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) or Bachelor of Project Management (Honours) programs at RMIT University. The scholarship was established by Donald Cant Watts Corke, an Australian based firm providing quantity surveying and cost management services throughout Australia, which was founded in 1966. The successful recipient may also be offered paid work and/or professional development opportunities by Donald Cant Watts Corke in addition to the scholarship. Preference is given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, women in the field, students from rural/regional/interstate areas moving to Melbourne, and those demonstrating financial hardship.
Delcon Group Women in Engineering Scholarship
The Delcon Group Women in Engineering Scholarship supports civil engineering students who identify as women and have an affinity for the civil construction industry. This scholarship provides financial support of $7,000 per year for up to three years, along with valuable professional development opportunities. Recipients receive a paid Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunity at Delcon Group and participation in a mentoring program. The scholarship is designed to encourage and support women pursuing careers in civil engineering and infrastructure, helping them overcome challenges in their studies while building industry connections and gaining practical experience in the civil construction sector.
David Thomson Scholarship for Accounting, supported by Pitcher Partners
The David Thomson Scholarship for Accounting provides financial support for commencing Bachelor of Accounting students from rural or regional areas who are moving to Melbourne to attend RMIT University. This scholarship provides up to $12,500 per year for up to four years, with a total value of up to $50,000. The scholarship is established in memory of David Thomson, who grew up in regional Victoria, studied accounting at RMIT, and became a founding partner at Pitcher Partners where he served for nearly 30 years. The scholarship reflects his lifelong commitment to nurturing talent and supporting others in achieving their potential. Recipients must maintain subjects required to enter the Chartered Accountants Program and be willing to participate in or apply for the Pitcher Partners internship or graduate program.
David Phillips Memorial Scholarship
The David Phillips Memorial Scholarship provides financial assistance to students from refugee, migrant or disadvantaged backgrounds to acquire English language skills at RMIT University. This scholarship was established by Lisa Phillips and Fiona Phillips to honour the work of their brother, David Phillips, who taught English at RMIT Training for more than 25 years and was passionate about the life-changing value of English language acquisition. The scholarship is intended to support students who have been born overseas, recently migrated to Australia, and are from non-English speaking backgrounds. Recipients must be enrolled full-time in RMIT English Worldwide's ELICOS Academic English Program and be able to demonstrate circumstances which impact their ability to study, such as financial hardship, living with a disability or long-term medical condition, or experiencing personal, family, or social difficulties.
Cultural Visions Grant
The Cultural Visions Grant supports a RMIT student who wishes to make an artistic piece that explores the dynamics and exchange of culture within Australia – past, present and/or future. The grant recognises the diversity of voices in Australia. Proposed creative works should highlight diversity and encourage your peers' awareness of different cultures. As part of this grant, the recipient will receive mentorship and professional development support from a relevant RMIT staff member, including three milestone check-ins to help maintain progress and address any challenges that may arise throughout the project. Recipients must agree to present the work to a public audience in collaboration with the Engagement Team of RMIT's College of Design and Social Context within 12 months.
Commonwealth Prac Payment (CPP)
The Commonwealth Prac Payment (CPP) is a government initiative that provides financial assistance to eligible students while undertaking mandatory full-time practicum placements. The program aims to support learning outcomes by easing financial pressure on students during mandatory placements and increasing retention rates and completion of qualifications, where the financial impact of placements may have otherwise influenced students to defer or withdraw from study. The payment is available for students enrolled in Bachelor or Master programs in Education, Nursing, or Social Work at RMIT University who are undertaking Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP). Students must meet specific eligibility requirements including citizenship, enrollment status, and either receive low-income support payments or meet both a Need to Work Test and Income Test. The amount paid depends on when the placement is completed, with weekly rates of $331.65 for 2025 placements and $338.60 for 2026 placements. The maximum period CPP can be awarded varies by program, ranging from 12 to 26 weeks of placement depending on the specific degree program.
CitiPower, Powercor and United Energy Future Women in Electrical Engineering Scholarship
The CitiPower, Powercor and United Energy Future Women in Electrical Engineering Scholarship supports women studying electrical engineering at RMIT University. The scholarship provides $5,000 per year for up to three years, dependent upon academic performance. Recipients also receive a 12-week paid work experience placement and/or a paid or unpaid Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunity in their penultimate year, along with participation in a mentoring program at CitiPower, Powercor and United Energy. The scholarship is designed to encourage more female electrical engineers to enter the ever-changing power industry and support students throughout their undergraduate studies. Applicants must identify as a woman, have a GPA of 2.5 or higher, and be enrolled full-time in specific electrical or electronic engineering programs at RMIT.
CitiPower Future Women in Electrical Engineering Scholarship
The CitiPower Future Women in Electrical Engineering Scholarship is designed to support women students transitioning into electrical or electronic engineering programs at RMIT University. This scholarship provides financial support of $5,000 per year for up to three years, contingent on academic performance. In addition to financial assistance, recipients benefit from a 12-week paid work experience placement and/or a paid or unpaid Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunity during their penultimate year at CitiPower, Powercor and United Energy. The program also includes participation in a mentoring program with industry professionals. The scholarship aims to encourage more female electrical engineers to enter the evolving power industry and values gender diversity in engineering.
Cheng King Law Scholarship
The Cheng King Law Scholarship provides financial support for vocational and undergraduate students studying property, accounting, commerce, economics, finance, and financial planning at RMIT University. This scholarship is specifically designed for students from diverse backgrounds and/or those who can demonstrate circumstances which impact their study. Eligible circumstances include receiving government low-income benefits, living with a disability or long-term medical condition, experiencing personal or family difficulties, relocating from interstate or rural/regional areas to Melbourne, having lived in foster/kinship care, or being from under-represented backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, recent migrants from non-English backgrounds, refugees, or students from participating Schools Network Access Program schools. The scholarship provides up to $10,000 per year or $5,000 per semester for up to four years, supporting full-time students enrolled in eligible certificate, diploma, and bachelor programs in accounting, commerce, business, property valuation, and related fields.
Charles Blackall Journalists' Scholarship
The Charles Blackall Journalists' Scholarship is designed to support journalism students who are experiencing financial hardship, specifically to assist with accommodation expenses. This scholarship is available to students enrolled in journalism programs at RMIT University who can demonstrate financial need and have established credentials as working journalists through paid published work. The scholarship provides financial assistance to help alleviate the burden of accommodation costs during the course of study. Eligible students must be enrolled full-time in either the Graduate Diploma in Journalism or the Bachelor of Communication (Journalism) program, and must have at least six months of full-time study remaining. Recipients must be the author of at least one published and paid piece of journalistic work, demonstrating their commitment to and engagement with the profession. The scholarship aims to enable talented journalism students to continue their studies without the financial stress of accommodation costs.
Cedar Pacific UniLodge Royal Melbourne Accommodation Scholarship
The Cedar Pacific UniLodge Royal Melbourne Accommodation Scholarship provides financial assistance to students who need to relocate to Melbourne to study at RMIT. The scholarship is paid as a rental subsidy for accommodation at UniLodge Royal Melbourne, covering up to the full value of a standard studio room. The scholarship is designed to support students from interstate or rural/regional areas, with particular focus on Indigenous students and those from access and equity backgrounds. Recipients must demonstrate circumstances that impact their ability to study, such as receiving low-income government benefits, living with a disability, experiencing personal difficulties, or being from underrepresented backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, refugees, or non-English speaking backgrounds. The scholarship aims to reduce financial barriers and provide a safe, comfortable living environment to support academic success.
Cedar Pacific UniLodge Melbourne City Accommodation Scholarship
The Cedar Pacific UniLodge Melbourne City Accommodation Scholarship provides financial support to students who need to relocate to study at RMIT in Melbourne. The scholarship is paid in the form of a rental subsidy for accommodation at UniLodge Melbourne City, specifically for a studio queen room. The scholarship assists students from interstate or rural/regional areas within Australia who are experiencing financial hardship and facing circumstances that impact their ability to study, such as disability, personal difficulties, refugee status, or being from under-represented backgrounds. Recipients must be commencing full-time study at RMIT's Brunswick or City campus and meet specific eligibility criteria related to citizenship, financial need, and educational background.
Cedar Pacific UniLodge Melbourne Central Accommodation Scholarship
The Cedar Pacific UniLodge Melbourne Central Accommodation Scholarship provides accommodation support for students who need to relocate to Melbourne to study at RMIT. The scholarship offers a rental subsidy worth up to $13,650 for accommodation at UniLodge Melbourne Central, covering 50% of the rent costs for a studio apartment. Recipients must be Australian or New Zealand citizens, Australian permanent residents, or permanent humanitarian visa holders from interstate or rural/regional areas. The scholarship supports students experiencing financial hardship or other circumstances that impact their ability to study, including those from under-represented backgrounds. The accommodation includes residential life program membership, water and electricity usage, and unlimited Wi-Fi internet.
Cedar Pacific UniLodge Melbourne CBD Accommodation Scholarship
The Cedar Pacific UniLodge Melbourne CBD Accommodation Scholarship provides financial support to students who need to relocate to Melbourne to study at RMIT. The scholarship is paid in the form of a rental subsidy for accommodation at UniLodge Melbourne CBD. There are two tiers available: ten 50% scholarships for students experiencing financial hardship, and thirty 30% scholarships for students not experiencing financial hardship. The scholarship covers accommodation for students commencing full-time study in semester 1 2026 in certificate IV, diploma, undergraduate, or postgraduate coursework programs at RMIT's Brunswick or City campus. Recipients must be from interstate or rural/regional areas within Australia and moving to Melbourne to study. The scholarship includes a residential life program membership, water usage, electricity usage, and unlimited Wi-Fi Internet. Students are responsible for bond payments, security deposits, departure cleaning fees, food, study materials, and bed linen.
Carey Lyon Scholarship
The Carey Lyon Scholarship is made possible by a generous donation from Mr. Carey Lyon, a Director of one of Australia's leading architectural practices and an alumnus of RMIT who completed his Master of Architecture in 1994. This scholarship is designed for full-time Architecture students who can demonstrate circumstances which impact their study. The scholarship provides financial support to students enrolling in the Bachelor of Architectural Design or Master of Architecture programs at RMIT University. It aims to assist students facing various challenges including financial hardship, disability, difficult family circumstances, relocation from regional areas, or those from under-represented backgrounds. Preference is given to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students. The scholarship supports students throughout their architectural education journey, covering both undergraduate and postgraduate studies.
Career Success WIL Grant
The Career Success WIL Grant is designed for bachelor's degree students at RMIT University who are experiencing financial hardship due to undertaking a Work Integrated Learning (WIL) placement in 2025. The grant addresses financial challenges arising from loss of income, incurring additional expenses, or requiring specialist resources necessary for completing WIL placements (also known as internships, practicums, fieldwork, or co-op experiences). The grant is specifically targeted at students from disadvantaged backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, those from rural/regional/remote areas, and students from low socioeconomic backgrounds. Recipients are required to complete career development tasks designed to help maximize the value of their WIL placement and enhance employability skills, including completing a strengths profile, obtaining supervisor reports, writing reflections, updating resumes, and attending career meetings. The program aims to reduce barriers to completing essential workplace experiences that are integral to students' degree programs.
Calleo Indigenous Scholarship
The Calleo Indigenous Scholarship provides financial support for Indigenous students who have completed between 48 to 156 credit points of an undergraduate degree and can demonstrate circumstances which impact their study. This scholarship offers two awards, each providing up to three years of funding at up to $5,000 per semester. The scholarship amount is performance-based: students with an annual program GPA of 3.0 or greater receive up to $10,000 per annum ($5,000 per semester), while those with a GPA lower than 3.0 receive $7,500 per annum ($3,750 per semester). Approved part-time students receive funding at a half-rate. Preference is given to students studying information technology, STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics), or business disciplines at RMIT University.
Built Scholarship
The Built Scholarship is designed to support women in their third or fourth year of study in construction or project management programs at RMIT University. This scholarship provides $5,000 for one year and includes opportunities for students to participate in a fixed-term Cadet position at Built and potentially apply for Built's 2-year Graduate Program. Built is a national contractor and developer at the forefront of the Australian construction industry, delivering major projects while unlocking opportunities for growth in cities across Australia. The scholarship particularly welcomes applications from students who face circumstances that impact their ability to study, including those from low-income backgrounds, students with disabilities, those from rural/regional areas, and students from under-represented cohorts such as women in male-dominated fields, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, and students from refugee backgrounds.
Building and Construction Foundation Scholarship
The Building and Construction Foundation Scholarship provides financial assistance for students passionate about a career in the building and construction industry. The scholarship was established by Master Builders Victoria (MBV) in 2010 through an independent registered charity that aims to unlock financial barriers to education within the building and construction industry. The Foundation supports individuals seeking to enter the industry and those aspiring to further their careers by developing their technical, business and leadership skills. The scholarship is designed to help students from diverse backgrounds and circumstances who face barriers to study and career progression. The scholarship particularly encourages applications from under-represented groups including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and newly arrived immigrants and refugees. It provides $5,000 for one year to students enrolled in construction management, project management, or building and construction diploma programs at RMIT University.
Bruce Henderson Architects Scholarship
The Bruce Henderson Architects Scholarship provides financial support to students enrolled in architecture programs at RMIT University who can demonstrate circumstances which impact their ability to study. The scholarship aims to assist students facing various challenges including financial hardship, disability, personal difficulties, or those from under-represented backgrounds. The award provides up to $10,000 per annum for the standard duration of the program, with a maximum total value of up to $30,000. Eligible students must be Australian citizens, permanent residents, or permanent humanitarian visa holders enrolling full-time in either the Bachelor of Architectural Design or Master of Architecture programs. Recipients must have at least one year of full-time study remaining in their program and be able to demonstrate circumstances such as receiving government low-income benefits, living with a disability, experiencing personal or family difficulties, relocating from rural or interstate areas, or being from under-represented backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, refugees, or students from non-English speaking backgrounds.
Brimbank City Council Scholarship
The Brimbank City Council Scholarship is designed to support Urban Planning students who reside in the City of Brimbank and can demonstrate circumstances which impact their study. This scholarship provides financial assistance to students enrolling in urban planning programs at RMIT University. The scholarship specifically targets students facing various challenges including financial hardship, disability, family difficulties, or those from under-represented backgrounds. Eligible students must be Australian citizens or permanent residents currently residing in the City of Brimbank and enrolling full-time in the Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning (Honours) or Master of Urban Planning and Environment programs. Applicants must demonstrate circumstances such as receiving government low-income benefits, living with a disability, experiencing personal difficulties, relocating from rural/regional areas, or being from under-represented backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, migrants from non-English backgrounds, refugees, or those from disadvantaged educational backgrounds. The scholarship supports academic and professional goals in the planning field while addressing the financial barriers that many students face.
Boeing Scholarship
The Boeing Scholarships are offered to students at RMIT University in support of Boeing's International Education Philosophical Guidelines. Six scholarships are available, valued at $10,000 per recipient for one year, for students currently enrolled in programs of significance or merit to Boeing. The scholarship is designed to give a large number of students the opportunity to apply for support, with Boeing placing emphasis on supporting vocational education (advanced diplomas), undergraduate (associate and bachelor degrees) and postgraduate (masters) students who are under-represented, in financial need and/or demonstrate high academic merit who have technical or business aptitude. Eligible programs include engineering disciplines (aeronautical, mechanical, electrical, aerospace, computer systems, sustainable systems, etc.), space science, data science, information technology, and business with logistics and supply chain focus. One scholarship is specifically reserved for a woman enrolled in an advanced diploma, associate degree, bachelor or master of engineering program.
Beazley Scholarship
The Beazley Scholarship commemorates William Beazley, state member for Abbotsford and Speaker of the Legislative Assembly in the early twentieth century, who was a leading campaigner for the recognition of technical education and its acceptance in the community. This scholarship is designed to support Australian apprentices enrolled in specific trade certificate programs at RMIT University. The scholarship provides a one-off payment of up to $2,500 to students who can demonstrate leadership in their apprenticeship and show academic achievement as demonstrated by their grades. Eligible programs include Certificate III in Air-conditioning and Refrigeration, Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician, and Certificate III in Plumbing. Applicants must be able to articulate their reasons for choosing an apprenticeship, their future career goals, examples of leadership during their apprenticeship, and how they intend to use the scholarship funds.
Bachelor of Property Development, Investment and Valuation (Honours) Scholarship
This scholarship is designed to support women commencing the Bachelor of Property Development, Investment and Valuation (Honours) degree at RMIT University. The scholarship recognizes outstanding academic achievement, specifically targeting students with exceptional ATAR scores from Victorian secondary schools. It provides financial support to help offset the costs of study and encourage women to pursue careers in the property development, investment, and valuation sector. The scholarship is awarded for one year and is valued at $5,000. Recipients must be commencing their first year of full-time study in this honors program at RMIT's Melbourne campus. This scholarship is part of RMIT's commitment to supporting diversity and excellence in the property and built environment fields.
Bachelor of Project Management (Honours) Scholarship
This scholarship is designed to support women commencing a Bachelor of Project Management (Honours) degree at RMIT University who have achieved exceptional ATAR scores. The scholarship provides financial support to encourage and enable high-achieving female students to pursue their education in project management. Recipients must have completed their Year 12 Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) in a Victorian secondary school with an exceptional ATAR score and be commencing full-time study in their first year of the program. This scholarship reflects RMIT's commitment to supporting women in business and management fields and recognizing academic excellence in secondary education.
Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) Scholarship
This scholarship is designed to support women commencing a Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) degree at RMIT University. The scholarship recognizes and rewards exceptional academic achievement, specifically targeting students who have completed Year 12 Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) in a Victorian secondary school with an exceptional ATAR score. The scholarship provides financial support of $5,000 for one year to assist with study-related expenses. Recipients must be commencing full-time study in their first year of the Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) program at RMIT in semester 1 2026. The scholarship is paid as a stipend through fortnightly payments rather than as a lump sum, and is not intended to cover tuition fees. This opportunity is part of RMIT's commitment to supporting women in construction management and encouraging diversity in this traditionally male-dominated field.
BMD Group Scholarship
The BMD Group Scholarship supports third year Civil and Infrastructure Engineering students at RMIT University. This scholarship provides $5,000 per year for two years along with an eight week paid work experience placement with BMD Group. The scholarship aims to support students who demonstrate interpersonal and communication skills, creativity, innovation, self-motivation and potential leadership qualities. Recipients must be enrolled full-time in specific civil and infrastructure engineering programs and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0. The scholarship includes both financial support and valuable industry experience through a paid placement at BMD Group at the end of the third year of study.
BAE Systems Australia William-Hicks Scholarship for Women in Engineering from Regional Australia
The BAE Systems Australia William-Hicks Scholarship supports women from rural and regional Australia pursuing engineering degrees. Named after Flight Lieutenant Robyn Williams and Officer Cadet Deborah Hicks, who in 1988 became the first Australian women to become pilots in the Royal Australian Air Force, this scholarship honors pioneering women in engineering and defense. The scholarship provides $15,000 per year for up to four years to eligible first-year or second-year Bachelor of Engineering students who identify as women and are from rural/regional areas. Recipients may also be offered paid work placement opportunities with BAE Systems Australia. The scholarship aims to support students facing financial or equity barriers while encouraging their engagement with the defense and engineering industries through professional experience and placement activities.
BAE Systems Australia First Nations Scholarship in Engineering
The BAE Systems Australia First Nations Scholarship in Engineering provides financial support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students enrolled in engineering programs at RMIT University. The scholarship aims to support Indigenous students pursuing careers in engineering and defence industries. Recipients receive $10,000 per year for up to four years of full-time study. The scholarship also offers potential paid work placement opportunities with BAE Systems Australia, including opportunities through the CareerTrackers program. This scholarship supports students in five specific engineering disciplines: Advanced Manufacturing and Mechatronics, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic and Computer Systems Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering.
Australian Dairy Blends Scholarship
The Australian Dairy Blends Scholarship is designed to support students enrolling full-time in a food technology and nutrition/business program at RMIT University. This scholarship provides financial assistance to high-achieving Australian citizens who have completed Year 12 Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) in a Victorian secondary school and achieved an ATAR result of 70 or more. The scholarship is valued at $3,986 per annum for up to three years, totaling $11,958 over the full duration. Only one scholarship is available per year. The scholarship is specifically for students commencing full-time study in their first year of the Bachelor of Food Technology and Nutrition/Bachelor of Business program at RMIT in semester 1 2026. Students do not need to apply separately for this scholarship as all eligible students who apply through VTAC will be automatically considered.
Andreas Florez Music Travel Scholarship
The Andreas Florez Music Travel Scholarship provides financial support for Bachelor of Arts (Music Industry) students at RMIT University undertaking international mobility activities for credit. The scholarship aims to assist students who can demonstrate circumstances which impact their ability to study, including financial hardship, disability, regional background, or being from under-represented groups. The scholarship supports various types of overseas mobility activities including study abroad, exchange programs, global intensives, and international industry or research placements where no salary is paid. Students must be undertaking a 100 percent overseas mobility activity worth a minimum of 12 credit points during the specified timeframe. This one-off payment scholarship helps cover costs associated with international educational experiences that contribute to students' educational and career goals in the music industry.
Andreas Florez Music Equity Scholarship
The Andreas Florez Music Equity Scholarship is designed to support Bachelor of Arts (Music Industry) students at RMIT University who face circumstances that impact their ability to study. This scholarship provides financial assistance up to $5,000 as a once-off payment to eligible students who can demonstrate various equity-related challenges. The scholarship is particularly aimed at students from disadvantaged backgrounds, including those receiving government benefits, living with disabilities, experiencing personal difficulties, from rural/regional areas, from foster care, or from under-represented backgrounds such as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, refugees, or those from non-English speaking backgrounds. Only one scholarship is available per offering, making it a competitive opportunity for students who need additional financial support to complete their music industry studies at RMIT.
Alan and Mary Longstaff Women in Engineering Scholarship
The Alan and Mary Longstaff Women in Engineering Scholarship has been established to encourage people who identify as women into the profession of the traditionally male dominated area of engineering. This scholarship provides financial support to women in their first or second year of a Bachelor of Engineering degree at RMIT University who are Indigenous, relocating to study from rural/regional areas, or can demonstrate financial hardship. The scholarship aims to support diverse women in overcoming barriers to education in engineering fields and achieving their educational goals and career aspirations.
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