Curtin RTP Scholarship 2026 Announced – Full Funding to Study in Australia (Deadline: 18 August , 2025)

Applications for the Curtin RTP Scholarship 2026 is available now at Curtin University. This is a fully funded opportunity for both international and domestic students to study for a Master’s or PhD by Research in Australia. The scholarship covers tuition fees, provides a living stipend and offers research assistance. The scholarship is part of the prestigious Higher Degree by Research (HDR) program supported by the Australian Government and managed by Curtin University. Curtin is ranked among the top 1% of universities worldwide. It is a great chance for future researchers to grow their academic careers in a top-tier environment.

Key Points

• Degree Level: Master’s by Research and PhD.
• Eligible Applicants: International and domestic students.
• Coverage: Full tuition living allowance and research support.
• Host: Curtin University Australia.
• Intake Year: 2026
• Prestige: Funded by the Australian Government RTP Scheme.

Curtin RTP Scholarship 2026 Summary

Study In	Australia
Scholarship Type	Fully Funded
Available For Online degree program	Internationals
Last Date to Apply	August 18, 2025

Scholarship Benefits

• Full tuition fee coverage – Your entire program is paid for with no academic costs.
• A generous living stipend – Monthly financial support to help with daily expenses during your research.
• Relocation allowance – Financial aid to cover travel and settling-in costs when moving to Australia.

Eligibility Criteria

• • Must have a recognized Bachelor’s degree to qualify for the research program.
  • Open to both international and domestic students.
  • Explore available HDR research projects and select those matching your interests.
  • Requires supervisor approval – you’ll need an invitation or acceptance letter from a Curtin University supervisor.
  • Must meet Curtin University’s academic and English language requirements for HDR programs.
  • After getting supervisor endorsement, submit your formal admission application.
  • You may apply for multiple projects but can only accept one offer.

Curtin RTP Scholarship 2026 – Research Fields

Computer Science & Technology

• Computer Science & AI
• Cybersecurity
• Machine Learning
• Big Data
• Human-Centered Computing

Earth Sciences & Sustainability

• Climate Change
• Water Resource Management
• Geology
• Environmental Science

Health & Medical Sciences

• Public Health
• Biomedical Sciences
• Epidemiology
• Pharmacology

Energy & Clean Technologies

• Green Hydrogen
• Renewable Energy
• Carbon Capture
• Net-Zero Technologies

Engineering Disciplines

• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Petroleum Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Chemical Engineering

Business & Economics

• Finance
• Digital Economy
• Innovation
• Entrepreneurship

Humanities & Education

• Indigenous Studies
• Language & Culture
• Educational Leadership

How to Apply? Curtin RTP Scholarship 2026

First look through Curtin’s available HDR research projects and find a supervisor who supports your application. You will need their formal approval in the form of an acceptance letter. Once you have this confirmation you can move forward with submitting your online admission application.