Scholarships are awarded pursuant to the eligibility and selection criteria specified in the relevant conditions of the award and any specific project or scholarship advertisement. They are allocated competitively based on academic merit, experience, prior learning and other relevant attainments, with priority given to new candidates in strategic research areas.
An offer of a scholarship to a candidate will be made and accepted in accordance with the HDR Admissions, Selection and Enrolment Procedure. All scholarships applications are assessed along with research degree applications, please see key dates below.
There are scholarships available to cover some or all the following:
- living allowance
- tuition fees (for eligible International applicants)
- relocation allowance
Please note: Full-time scholarships are considered by the Australian Taxation Office to be exempt income, and are therefore not taxed. Part-time scholarships are, however, deemed taxable income and taxed.
Major scholarships
The Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) scholarships and the Tasmania Graduate Research Scholarship (TGRS) are awarded throughout the year to high quality international and domestic candidates. The RTP scholarship and TGRS rate for 2026 is $34,315pa.
If you are considering applying for a scholarship please review the scholarship's closing dates for each round, noting whether the round is open to domestic and/or international applications.
Awarded competitively to candidates of exceptional research potential to assist with living costs while undertaking a Higher Degree by Research
AUD $34,315 per annum (2026 rate). This rate is indexed annually on 1st January.
Scholarship Duration
PhD: 3.5 years FTE.
(It is important to be aware that the duration of the scholarship is less than the maximum length of candidature, which is 4 years.)
Masters: 2 years FTE.
Tuition Fees
International: Unless a Tuition Fee offset has been awarded, international HDR candidates are charged tuition fees for the duration of their research degree. International candidates pay an annual fee, please see the tuition fee rates (per annum) for 2026 PDF 204.1 KB.
Domestic: The RTP Fees Offset covers tuition fees for domestic candidates enrolled in a research degree for the duration of the course with no extension available. The value of an RTP Fee Offsets is equivalent to the tuition fee rates (per annum) for 2026 PDF 204.1 KB
Relocation Allowance
The RTP Allowance can assist with costs associated with relocating to Tasmania to undertake a Higher Degree by Research up to AUD $2,000.
Eligibility & Conditions of Award
For detailed information about eligibility and conditions of award please see the University:
Please Note: The RTP Scholarship does not cover costs and fees, such as the Student Services and Amenities Fee, Overseas Health Cover, and visa costs. These are the candidate's responsibility.
Please Note: If already in receipt of an RTP scholarship, a transferring candidate will need to apply for an RTP scholarship in accordance with the HDR Admissions, Selection and Enrolment Procedure, and the application will be considered on the same basis, and by reference to the same criteria, which applies to all other RTP applicants.
For further information please see the Department of Education, Skills and Employment Research Training Program website.
Awarded competitively to eligible candidates* of exceptional research potential to assist with living costs while undertaking a Higher Degree by Research.
*Eligible candidates:
Must meet the Australian Government’s definition of Aboriginality, which requires that an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person:
- Is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent;
- Identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person; and
- Is accepted as such by the community in which he or she lives or has lived
Provide confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage from a recognised ORIC corporation.
AUD $53,608 per annum (2026 rate). This rate is indexed annually on 1st January.
Scholarship Duration
PhD: 3.5 years FTE.
(It is important to be aware that the duration of the scholarship is less than the maximum length of candidature, which is 4 years.)
Masters: 2 years FTE.
Tuition Fees
Domestic: The RTP Fees Offset covers tuition fees for domestic candidates enrolled in a research degree for the duration of the course with no extension available. The value of an RTP Fee Offsets is equivalent to the tuition fee rates (per annum) for 2026 PDF 204.1 KB
Relocation Allowance
The RTP Allowance can assist with costs associated with relocating to Tasmania to undertake a Higher Degree by Research up to AUD $2,000.
Eligibility & Conditions of Award
For detailed information about eligibility and conditions of award please see the University:
Please Note: The Indigenous RTP Scholarship does not cover costs and fees, such as the Student Services and Amenities Fee. These are the candidate's responsibility.
Please Note: If already in receipt of an Indigenous RTP scholarship, a transferring candidate will need to apply for an Indigenous RTP scholarship in accordance with the HDR Admissions, Selection and Enrolment Procedure, and the application will be considered on the same basis, and by reference to the same criteria, which applies to all other Indigenous RTP applicants.
For further information please see the Department of Education, Skills and Employment Research Training Program website.
Tasmania Graduate Research Scholarships are available across all research disciplines at the University of Tasmania and will be awarded to applicants with demonstrated research ability.
Living Allowance
AUD $34,315 per annum (2026 rate). This rate is indexed annually on 1st January.
Scholarship Duration
PhD: 3.5 years FTE.
(It is important to be aware that the duration of the scholarship is less than the maximum length of candidature, which is 4 years.)
Masters: 2 years FTE.
Tuition Fees
International: Unless a Tuition Fee offset has been awarded, international HDR candidates are charged tuition fees for the duration of their research degree. International candidates pay an annual fee, please see the tuition fee rates (per annum) for 2026 PDF 204.1 KB.
Domestic: The RTP Fees Offset covers tuition fees for domestic candidates enrolled in a research degree for the duration of the course with no extension available. The value of an RTP Fee Offsets is equivalent to the tuition fee rates (per annum) for 2026. PDF 204.1 KB
Relocation Allowance
The TGRS provides an allowance to assist with costs associated with relocating to Tasmania to undertake a Higher Degree by Research up to AUD $2,000.
Eligibility & Conditions of Award
For detailed information about eligibility and conditions of award please see the University:
Please Note: The TGRS does not cover costs and fees, such as the Student Services and Amenities Fee, Overseas Health Cover, and visa costs. These are the candidate's responsibility.
Prestigious domestic scholarships
This scholarship honours the life and work of the late Japanangka errol West, an internationally recognised poet and scholar. Japanangka errol was a leading Tasmanian Aboriginal academic, known for his scholarship in the field of Indigenous methodologies and pedagogies.
Value and duration
This scholarship consists of a base living allowance stipend, co-funded by the Office of the Pro-Vice Chancellor of Indigenous Excellence (OPVCIE), of $50,000 per annum and a top-up scholarship, funded by the OPVCIE, of $10,000 per annum for 3.5 years.
Closing date
01 October 2026
* For commencement in 2027.
Eligibility
The following eligibility criteria apply to this scholarship:
Applicants must:
- be eligible to enrol in a full-time master's or doctoral degree at the University of Tasmania in 2027;
- meet the Australian Government’s definition of Aboriginality, which requires that an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person:
- is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent;
- identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person; and,
- is accepted as such by the community in which he or she lives or has lived
- provide a confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage from a recognised ORIC corporation.
*These scholarships are subject to Exemption 13/09/033 that permits advertising for and awarding of the scholarships to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates only.
Selection criteria
The project is competitively assessed and awarded. Selection is based on academic merit and suitability to the project as determined by the Academic Unit and the UTAS Indigenous Student Success Program (ISSP) committee.
Funding
The scholarship is funded by the University of Tasmania and the Indigenous Student Success Program (ISSP).
Application process
Applicants may:
- apply for an advertised HDR project listed on the Available Projects webpage; or,
- contact the Office of the Pro-Vice Chancellor of Indigenous Excellence for assistance in seeking a Supervisor to develop your own project
In your application, please indicate under Scholarship Support that you wish to be considered for a UTAS merit-based scholarship for a living allowance, as well as Japanangka errol West Graduate Research Scholarship.
After submitting your application for candidature, please contact GraduateResearch.Partnerships@utas.edu.au with your name, application ID number and the name of the scholarship you have applied for.
More information
Please contact the Office of the Pro-Vice Chancellor of Indigenous Excellence for further information regarding Higher Degrees by Research (HDR): pvc.indigenous.excellence@utas.edu.au
Commencing in 2018 , this program seeks to strengthen Aboriginal engagement at the University of Tasmania by providing opportunity for senior Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to undertake higher degree research projects of importance to Aboriginal communities, particularly the palawa people of Tasmania. It provides a supportive pathway for Indigenous research, offering supervision from experienced Aboriginal researchers tailored to the individual needs of the candidate, ongoing skill-development workshops, and a generous stipend for the duration of the candidature (3.5 years for PhD, 2 years for MRes).
Topics which may be undertaken include, but are not restricted to: biographies and histories of Aboriginal people; organisations or communities; language; health; law; social or economic development; land; sea and; cultural resource management.
Value and Duration
The scholarship consists of a base living allowance stipend of $53,608pa (2026 rate, indexed annually) for 3.5 years for a Doctoral degree, or 2 years for a Masters of Research degree.
Closing date
01 October 2026
Eligibility
The following eligibility criteria apply to this scholarship:
Applicants must:
- be eligible to enrol in a full time Masters or Doctoral degree at the University of Tasmania in 2026, and
- for:
- Doctoral applicants, completed at least four years of tertiary education studies, and must have achieved at least an upper second class Honours degree or hold equivalent qualifications or relevant and substantial research experience in an appropriate sector, or
- Masters by Research applicants, completed at least four years of tertiary education studies, and must have achieved at least lower second class Honours degree or hold equivalent qualifications or relevant and substantial research experience in an appropriate sector, and
- demonstrate evidence of leadership or significant contribution to Aboriginal community development and undertake a research topic that is of benefit to Tasmania Aboriginal people or community development, and
- meet the Australian Government’s definition of Aboriginality, which requires that an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person
- is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent;
- identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person; and
- is accepted as such by the community in which he or she lives or has lived
- provide a confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage from a recognised ORIC corporation.
*These scholarships are subject to Exemption 13/09/033 that permits advertising for and awarding of the scholarships to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates only.
Selection Criteria
The project is competitively assessed and awarded. Selection is based on academic, professional, and/or community merit, and suitability to the project as determined by the Academic Unit and the UTAS Indigenous Student Success Program (ISSP) committee.
The scope and value of the research proposal (see the Research Plan Guide below) encompasses 3 criteria:
- The extent to which the research will add value to the chosen field.
- The extent it will add value to community.
- The extent to which the research is viable.
Funding
The scholarship is funded by the University of Tasmania and the Indigenous Student Success Program (ISSP).
Drafting and Submitting Your Application
There are a number of stages that are required in order to prepare and submit your application, a checklist for this process may be found here (DOCX 23.0 KB).
The first task is to formulate a research topic and project which is relevant to Aboriginal communities and is appropriately sized to the selected program (PhD or MRes, for the difference please see here). Within this stage it is important to both align your research topic to a relevant academic unit (e.g. sociology or history), consider which methods and methodology to be adopted (e.g. surveys, quantitative or qualitative) and ensure it is achievable within the time allotted time period (not too large or small).
We advise speaking with the HDR Support Person from the Office of the Pro-Vice Chancellor of Indigenous Excellence (see below for contact details) or an academic known to you who may be able to assist you in this regard.
For the application process itself, there this an initial expression of interest to submit and, if this is approved, you may then prepare your research proposal and application (see Apply Now). The research proposal is a short two-page pitch for your project, outlining why it is important, how it will be undertaken and what it will seek to achieve. A set of resources are provided below to assist you to complete your proposal, including some proposals for research completed by Aboriginal researchers at the University of Tasmania. For further information, we recommend Social Research Methods edited by Distinguished Professor Maggie Walter.
After submitting your application for candidature, please contact GraduateResearch.Partnerships@utas.edu.au with your name, application ID number and the name of the scholarship you have applied for.
More information
Please contact the Office of the Pro-Vice Chancellor of Indigenous Excellence for further information regarding Higher Degrees by Research (HDR): pvc.indigenous.excellence@utas.edu.au
Overview
The Westpac Future Leaders Scholarship aims to empower individuals to become leaders in their field, helping them to drive positive change and create a brighter tomorrow for Australia.
The Scholarship provides:
- A scholarship
- Leadership development
- Overseas experiences
Value and Duration
This Scholarship is a top-up scholarship, with lump-sum payments, which provides up to $120,000 over 2 to 3 years.
Closing date
Applications for 2027 entry have now closed.
Applications for a 2028 entry will open in 2027.
More information
For more information on this Scholarship, please visit the Westpac Future Leaders Scholarship website, or submit email GraduateResearch.Partnerships@utas.edu.au.
For postgraduate coursework applicants, please also visit the External Scholarships Westpac Future Leaders Scholarship webpage on how you may apply, and direct all queries to the Future Students team.
Externally funded scholarships
The China Scholarship Council (CSC) and the University of Tasmania (UTAS) are jointly offering PhD research scholarships to students from the People's Republic of China (PRC).
Applications for PhD candidature are invited from all research areas.
Eligibility criteria
Applications will be accepted from applicants who have graduated from Chinese universities and institutions to study for a UTAS PhD research degree, and who meet the eligibility requirements as prescribed by CSC and UTAS in accordance with their rules and policies. If the successful candidate completes the requirements of the designated program and successfully defends their dissertation, they will be conferred with a Doctor of Philosophy degree by UTAS.
Entry requirements for the University of Tasmania are outlined on the What is a Research Degree webpage.
Applicants must also meet the selection criteria as set out by China Scholarships Council and the UTAS-specific CSC Application Guideline.
Application and selection procedure
Applications for the current CSC round are now closed.
For more information visit the China Scholarship Council webpage.
Current donor funded scholarships
Overview
The Ashdown Family Elite Research Scholarship in Medical Research has been established through a bequest from the late Mr Neil Clifford Ashdown — proud University of Tasmania alumnus, respected industrial leader, and Member of the Order of Australia.
This prestigious scholarship honours Mr Ashdown’s lifelong commitment to scientific advancement, innovation, and community service. It reflects his desire to support future generations of researchers working to improve health outcomes through boundary-pushing inquiry.
The scholarship will support an outstanding PhD candidate undertaking research in the fields of neurodegenerative and/or musculoskeletal health and diseases within Menzies Institute for Medical Research.
The scholarship will be supported along with a full University PhD stipend.
Value & Duration
This Scholarship is a top-up scholarship that provides $10,000pa for up to 3.5 years
The Scholarship also includes up to $30,000 of funding support, which will be used to assist the successful applicant as agreed with by the Primary Supervisor and as approved by the Menzies Institute for Medical Research. Funding support may include:
- Overseas health cover insurance (for a single person)
- University required Student Services and Amenities Fee
- Project and career development
- Travel to visit family during candidature (one trip)
Closing Date
01 October 2026
Eligibility
The following eligibility criteria apply to this Scholarship:
- An applicant applying for a PhD and a base living allowance stipend at the University rate; and,
- The research project must focus on neurodegenerative and/or musculoskeletal disease and be based at the Menzies Institute for Medical Research or the Wicking Dementia Research and Education Centre.
- Current candidates are not eligible to apply.
Application Process
Applicants who wish to apply for the Scholarship, in addition to a PhD and a base living allowance stipend, should visit the University of Tasmania’s Apply Now website and complete an application. At the end of the application, within the Comments about your Application field on the Attachments tab, please advise that you are also applying for the Ashdown Family Elite Research Scholarship in Medical Research.
All applications that meet the eligibility criteria will automatically be considered for the Scholarship.
Provision of the award is determined by demonstration of academic merit.
Multiple Scholarships may be offered within a year and/or scholarship round.
More information
Please contact GraduateResearch.Partnerships@utas.edu.au for more information.
- The "Ashdown Family Elite Research Scholarship in Medical Research" (the Scholarship) will be awarded as a $10,000pa top-up Scholarship and a $30,000 support package, for applicants offered PhD candidature, with a base living allowance stipend.
- The funding support package may be used for the following, and will be administered by the Academic Unit:
- Costs of overseas health cover insurance for a single person (international students).
- Payment of Student Services and Amenities Fee.
- Project and career development support, including support for internships, specialist training, and research project costs.
- Assistance to support interstate or international travel (one single economy return airline) to visit family during candidature (up to $3000).
- Additional support may be provided to the Scholarship recipient from Academic Units at their discretion as per existing agreements.
- The eligibility criteria are:
- A PhD applicant who is in the process of applying for a PhD Program and a base living allowance stipend at the University rate; and,
- The research project must focus on neurodegenerative and/or musculoskeletal disease and be based at the Menzies Institute for Medical Research or the Wicking Dementia Research and Education Centre.
- Current candidates are not eligible to apply.
- The Scholarship selection will be determined by an approved selection process overseen by the Pro Vice-Chancellor for Graduate Research (PVCGR) or delegate, with specific regard to the eligibility criteria as detailed in clause 4. The PVCGR may select the final candidate if multiple applications are submitted across multiple academic units.
- The Scholarship is tenable for up to 3.5 years of the candidate’s research degree.
- The duration of the Scholarship will be reduced by any periods of study undertaken towards the degree prior to the commencement of the Scholarship.
- The scholarship is also subject to the candidate:
- Continuing in full-time study, or in part-time study if approved by the Graduate Research Office;
- Continuing to make satisfactory academic progress as determined by the Graduate Research Office; and,
- Providing the following to the Advancement Office, which will be shared with the Donor/Custodian of the Scholarship:
- A thank you letter and brief project summary upon scholarship acceptance; and,
- Project updates provided every 6-12 months for the duration of the Scholarship.
- Multiple Scholarships may be offered within a year and/or scholarship round.
- The Scholarship is a marquee scholarship awarded to top-tier applicants. Eligibility criteria will need to be met at a very high level. Applicants must satisfy the University entrance requirements to undertake a PhD with outstanding academic results and demonstrated research readiness. If applications of outstanding merit are not received the Scholarship may not be offered.
- The Graduate Research Office will determine all other matters concerning the Scholarship, including advertising, application procedures and the method and time of payment of the top-up. The funding support package will be approved and administered by the Menzies Institute for Medical Research.
Overview
The late Dianne Eerden made a substantial gift in her Will to the University of Tasmania, to be used in the areas of neurosurgery or neuroscience. This gift forms the endowment of the "Dianne Eerden Elite Research Top-up Scholarship" (the Scholarship).
Value & Duration
This Scholarship is a top-up scholarship that provides $12,500pa for 3.5 years
Closing Date
01 March 2027
Eligibility
The following eligibility criteria apply to this Scholarship:
- A female graduate
- An applicant applying for a PhD and a base living allowance stipend at the University rate, or a current PhD candidate who has been offered or awarded a base stipend at the University rate; and,
- An applicant applying for PhD, with a research project in the area of neurosurgery or neuroscience.
Application Process
Applicants who wish to apply for the Scholarship, in addition to a PhD and a base living allowance stipend, should visit the University of Tasmania’s Apply Now website and complete an application. At the end of the application, within the Comments about your Application field on the Attachments tab, please advise that you are also applying for the Dianne Eerden Elite Research Scholarship.
For current PhD candidates at the University of Tasmania, who have been offered or awarded a living allowance base stipend, please complete and submit the Donor-Funded Scholarship Application form for Current Candidate (Word 74KB).
All applications that meet the eligibility criteria will automatically be considered for the Scholarship.
Provision of the award is determined by demonstration of academic merit.
One scholarship will be offered at any time, with the Scholarship being open to application at any time it is not currently being held by a PhD candidate.
More information
Please contact GraduateResearch.Partnerships@utas.edu.au for more information.
- An amount of $290,144 donated by the late Dianne Eerden to the University of Tasmania Foundation, together with any future donations and accrued interest, (the Fund) forms the endowment of the "Dianne Eerden Elite Research Top-up Scholarship" (the Scholarship).
- The Scholarship will be awarded as a top-up scholarship for applicants offered candidature as a PhD candidate, with a base living allowance stipend, or for current PhD candidates already holding or eligible for a base living allowance stipend at the University rate.
- The eligibility criteria are:
- A female graduate
- An applicant applying for a PhD and a base living allowance stipend at the University rate, or a current PhD candidate who has been offered or awarded a base stipend at the University rate; and,
- An applicant applying for PhD, with a research project in the area of neurosurgery or neuroscience.
- If changes occur to courses, or the criteria in practice limits the number of applicants significantly, the Graduate Research Office may modify the criteria with regard to the intention of the donor to ensure the scholarship can be awarded.
- The Scholarship selection will be determined by an approved selection process overseen by the Pro Vice-Chancellor for Graduate Research, with specific regard to the eligibility criteria as detailed in clause 3.
- The Scholarship is tenable for up to 3.5 years of the candidate’s course of study. The duration of the Scholarship will be reduced by any periods of study undertaken:
- Towards the degree prior to the commencement of the top-up; or
- Towards the degree during suspension of the top-up and is subject to the candidate:
- Continuing in full-time study or in part-time study if approved by the Graduate Research Office
- Continuing to make satisfactory academic progress as determined by the Graduate Research Office
- providing a report on their progress in writing or in person as specified in the conditions of their award as requested by the Graduate Research Office
- One scholarship will be offered at any time, with the Scholarship being open to application at any time it is not currently being held by a PhD candidate.
- The Advancement Office will set the annual value of the Scholarship from time to time with regard to the income from the Fund.
- The Pro Vice-Chancellor for Graduate Research will determine all other matters concerning the Scholarship, including advertising, application procedures and the method and time of payment.
Overview
The Dr Daphne Cooper Scholarship (Scholarship) is made possible through the generosity of the late Dr Daphne Cooper who was a lecturer in the School of Psychology from 1960 until her retirement in 1975. Originally a graduate of the University of Tasmania in Arts (1941), she undertook postgraduate studies in clinical psychology at University of Western Australia before completing her PhD in Psychology at the University of Tasmania in 1971. Daphne's long-term interests in educational and developmental psychology reflect her early career in teaching and her work as a vocational guidance officer for the Tasmanian Education Department.
Value & Duration
This Scholarship is a top-up scholarship that provides $3,500pa for 3.5 years.
Closing Date
01 October 2026
Eligibility
The following eligibility criteria apply to this Scholarship:
- An applicant applying for PhD and a base living allowance stipend at the University rate, or a current PhD candidate who has been offered or awarded a base stipend at the University rate; and,
- An applicant applying for a PhD with a research project in the School of Psychological Sciences, or a current PhD candidate with a research project in the School of Psychological Sciences.
Application Process
Applicants who wish to apply for the Scholarship, in addition to a PhD and a base living allowance stipend, should visit the University of Tasmania’s Apply Now website and complete an application. At the end of the application, within the Comments about your Application field on the Attachments tab, please advise that you are also applying for the Dr Daphne Cooper Scholarship.
For current PhD candidates at the University of Tasmania, who have been offered or awarded a living allowance base stipend, please complete and submit a Donor-Funded Scholarship Application form for Current Candidate (Word 74KB).
All applications that meet the eligibility criteria will automatically be considered for the Scholarship.
Provision of the award is determined by demonstration of academic merit.
One scholarship will be offered annually.
More information
Please contact GraduateResearch.Partnerships@utas.edu.au for more information.
- The Scholarship will be awarded as a top-up scholarship for applicants offered candidature as a PhD candidate, with a base living allowance stipend, or for current PhD candidates already holding or eligible for a base living allowance stipend at the University rate.
- The eligibility criteria are:
- an applicant applying for PhD and a base living allowance stipend at the University rate, or a current PhD candidate who has been offered or awarded a base stipend at the University rate; and,
- an applicant applying for a PhD with a research project in the School of Psychological Sciences, or a current PhD candidate with a research project in the School of Psychological Sciences.
- The Scholarship selection will be determined by demonstration of academic merit by an approved selection process overseen by the Pro Vice-Chancellor for Graduate Research with specific regard to the eligibility criteria as detailed in clause 2.
- The Scholarship is tenable for up to 3.5 years of the candidate's course of study. The duration of the Scholarship will be reduced by any periods of study undertaken:
- Towards the degree prior to the commencement of the Scholarship; or,
- Towards the degree during suspension of the Scholarship, and is subject to the candidate:
- continuing in full-time study or in part-time study if approved by the Graduate Research Office;
- continuing to make satisfactory academic progress as determined by the Graduate Research Office;
- providing a report on their progress in writing or in person as specified in the conditions of their award as requested by the Graduate Research Office.
- One scholarship will be offered annually at any time.
- The Advancement Office will set the annual value of the Scholarship.
- The Pro Vice-Chancellor for Graduate Research and Graduate Research Office will determine all other matters concerning the Scholarship, including advertising, application procedures, and the method and time of payment.
Overview
The Limestone Valley How Family Trust was established at the University of Tasmania from a bequest by the late John How. Named after Limestone Valley, the How family’s former cattle farm in Mole Creek, Tasmania his gift, will provide the Limestone Valley How Family PhD Scholarship to support medical research for one or more PhD candidates. The Scholarship will be supported along with a full University PhD stipend.
Value & Duration
This Scholarship is a top-up scholarship of $10,000pa (not indexed) for up to 3.5 years.
The Scholarship also includes up to $30,000 of funding support, which will be used to assist the successful applicant as agreed with by the Primary Supervisor and as approved by their Academic Unit. Funding support may include:
- Overseas health cover insurance (for a single person)
- University required Student Services and Amenities Fee
- Project and career development
- Travel to visit family during candidature (one trip)
Closing Date
01 October 2026
Eligibility
The Limestone Valley How Family PhD Scholarship is a marquee scholarship awarded to outstanding applicants. The following eligibility criteria apply to this Scholarship:
- An applicant applying for a PhD and a base living allowance stipend at the University rate; and,
- An applicant applying for a PhD with a research project in the area of Medical Research within an Academic Unit in Health.
Application Process
Applicants who wish to apply for the Scholarship, in addition to a PhD and a base living allowance stipend, should visit the University of Tasmania’s Apply Now website and complete an application. At the end of the application, within the Comments about your Application field on the Attachments tab, please advise that you are also applying for the Limestone Valley How Family PhD Scholarship.
All applications that meet the eligibility criteria will automatically be considered for the Scholarship.
Provision of the award is determined by demonstration of academic merit.
Multiple Scholarships may be offered within a year and/or scholarship round.
More information
Please contact GraduateResearch.Partnerships@utas.edu.au for more information.
- The Limestone Valley How Family Trust has been established at the University from a bequest by the late John How. Administered by the Advancement Office, the purpose of the fund is to support medical research for one or more graduate students. This gift will provide the “Limestone Valley How Family PhD Scholarship” (the Scholarship) and will be supported with a full University PhD Stipend.
- The Scholarship will be awarded as a AUD $10,000pa top-up Scholarship and AUD $30,000 support package, for applicants offered PhD candidature, with a base living allowance stipend.
- The funding support package may be used for the following, and will be administered by the Academic Unit:
- Costs of overseas health cover insurance for a single person (international students).
- Payment of Student Services and Amenities Fee.
- Project and career development support, including support for internships, specialist training, and research project costs.
- Assistance to support interstate or international travel (one single economy return airline) to visit family during candidature (up to $3000)
- Additional support may be provided to the Scholarship recipient from Academic Units at their discretion as per existing agreements.
- The eligibility criteria are:
- An applicant applying for a PhD and a base living allowance stipend at the University rate; and,
- An applicant applying for a PhD with a research project in the area of Medical Research within an Academic Unit in Health.
- The Scholarship selection will be determined by demonstration of academic merit by an approved selection process overseen by the Director of Research within Health (or nominee), with specific regard to the eligibility criteria as detailed in clause 5.
- The Scholarship is tenable for up to 3.5 years of the candidate’s research degree.
- The duration of the Scholarship will be reduced by any periods of study undertaken towards the degree prior to the commencement of the Scholarship.
- The scholarship is also subject to the candidate:
- Continuing in full-time study, or in part-time study if approved by the Graduate Research Office;
- Continuing to make satisfactory academic progress as determined by the Graduate Research Office; and,
- Providing the following to the Advancement Office, which will be shared with the Donor/Custodian of the Scholarship:
- A thank you letter and brief project summary upon scholarship acceptance; and,
- Project updates provided every 6-12 months for the duration of the Scholarship.
- The Scholarship will be open to applicants in all relevant scholarship rounds in 2024 and 2025.
- Multiple Scholarships may be offered within a year and/or scholarship round.
- The Limestone Valley How Family PhD Scholarship is a marquee scholarship awarded to top-tier applicants. Eligibility criteria will need to be met at a very high level. Applicants must satisfy the University entrance requirements to undertake a PhD with outstanding academic results and demonstrated research readiness. If applications of outstanding merit are not received the Scholarship may not be offered.
- The Pro Vice-Chancellor for Graduate Research and the Graduate Research Office will determine all other matters concerning the Scholarship, including advertising, application procedures and the method and time of payment of the top-up. The funding support package will be approved and administered by the Academic Unit.
Overview
Honouring the bequest left by the late Mr. Glazebrook, the University of Tasmania has established an annual award ‘in support of students undertaking post graduate research in the areas of Tasmanian Environment Conservation and/or Aboriginal Studies’. The purpose of this scholarship is to support PhD researchers whose work contributes to at least one of the following two goals:
- The conservation and protection of Tasmania’s terrestrial and marine environments
- Advancing delivery of solutions for injustices suffered by Tasmania’s Aboriginal people, environmental justice, connection to land and sea, and the wellbeing of Tasmania’s Aboriginal people.
The scholarship is intended to be transformative by providing additional support to high-performing researchers whose work demonstrates the potential to create positive outcomes for Tasmania’s environment and Indigenous communities
Value & Duration
This Scholarship is a top-up scholarship that provides $20,000pa for 1 year
Closing Date
21 October 2026
Eligibility
The following eligibility criteria apply to this Scholarship:
- A current PhD candidate who has been awarded a base stipend at the university rate;
- Has successfully completed Confirmation of Candidature;
- Is undertaking research aligned with one or more of the scholarship research focus areas; and
- Preference will be given to a candidate who can provide evidence that the research is already contributing, or has strong potential to contribute, to conservation and protection of Tasmania’s environment, or Indigenous goals.
Research Focus Areas:
Environmental Protection
Research focused on conserving and protecting Tasmania’s natural environmental assets, including terrestrial and marine ecosystems, particularly from large-scale human practices that harm the environment. Important focus areas include:
- Threatened species current status studies and conservation solutions;
- Protection and restoration of Threatened species and high natural asset ecosystems;
- Negative Impacts of human activities on Tasmania’s natural ecosystems. (e.g. native forest logging and Climate Change);
- Environmental resilience to Climate Change;
- Impact of, and solutions to invasive and introduced species, and diseases, especially where native species are significantly impacted;
- Evidence-based solutions to environmental degradation.
Aboriginal Environmental Justice
This includes research that contributes to delivery of:
- Solutions for injustices suffered by Tasmania’s Aboriginal people;
- Greater recognition and advancement of environmental justice (including land hand backs);
- Greater recognition of cultural connections to land and sea;
- Increased delivery of truth telling;
- Increased understanding of Indigenous knowledges; and
- Research which contributes to social justice and the wellbeing of Tasmania’s Aboriginal people.
Projects should include meaningful engagement with relevant Aboriginal stakeholders and communities. (The University’s Aboriginal Leadership Office will facilitate connection with relevant stakeholders by request)
Application Process
For current PhD candidates at the University of Tasmania, who have been offered or awarded a living allowance base stipend, please complete and submit a Donor-Funded Glazebrook Scholarship Application for Current Candidate.
Applications that meet the eligibility criteria will automatically be considered for the Scholarship. Heavier weighting will be applied to those applications that meet the preference eligibility criteria.
Provision of the award is determined by demonstration of academic merit.
One scholarship will be offered annually.
Eligible recipients may apply for renewal annually, subject to satisfactory academic progress, continued alignment with scholarship objectives, a case for continued support
More information
Please contact GraduateResearch.Partnerships@utas.edu.au for more information.
- The Richard Ernest Glazebrook Environment Scholarship (the Scholarship) will be awarded as a top-up scholarship.
- The eligibility criteria are:
- A PhD current candidate who has been awarded a base stipend at the University rate;
- Has successfully completed Confirmation of Candidature;
- Undertaking research aligned with one or more of the scholarship research focus areas:
- Environmental Protection: The conservation and protection of Tasmania’s terrestrial and marine environments.
- Aboriginal Environmental Justice: Advancing delivery of solutions for injustices suffered by Tasmania’s Aboriginal people, environmental justice, connection to land and sea, and the wellbeing of Tasmania’s Aboriginal people.
- Preference will be given to candidates who can provide evidence that the research is already contributing, or has strong potential to contribute, to conservation and protection of Tasmania’s environment, or Indigenous goals.
- The Scholarship selection will be determined by an approved selection process overseen by the Pro Vice-Chancellor for Graduate Research (PVCGR) or delegate, with specific regard to the eligibility criteria as detailed in clause 2.
- The Scholarship is tenable for up to 1 year of the candidate’s research degree.
- The scholarship is also subject to the candidate:
- Continuing in full-time study, or in part-time study if approved by the Graduate Research Office;
- Continuing to make satisfactory academic progress as determined by the Graduate Research Office; and providing the following to the Advancement Office, which will be shared with the Donor/Donor Representative of the Scholarship:
- A thank you letter and brief project summary upon scholarship acceptance;
- A project update provided 6 months into the Scholarship support; and,
- An in-person summative report provided at the conclusion of the twelve-month funding period.
- The scholarship is also subject to the candidate:
- Eligible recipients may apply for renewal annually, subject to satisfactory academic progress, continued alignment with scholarship objectives, a case for continued support.
- The Graduate Research Office will determine all other matters concerning the Scholarship, including advertising, application procedures and the method and time of payment.
Overview
This Scholarship has been established in honour of Emeritus Professor Roberta Julian PhD, Founding Director of the Tasmanian Institute of Law Enforcement Studies at the University. The donor of this scholarship, Kate Hodgson, is an Alumna and former scholarship recipient who wanted to express her gratitude for Professor Julian's generous and unwavering enthusiasm for supervising Masters by Research (MRes) and PhD students. Kate feels Professor Julian's passion for teaching and research is infectious and could propel even the most hesitant among us to find excitement and gain confidence in intellectually probing societal puzzles.
Value & Duration
This Scholarship is a top-up scholarship that provides $5,000pa for 1 year
Closing Date
01 October 2026
Eligibility
The following eligibility criteria apply to this Scholarship:
- A current MRes or PhD candidate who has been offered or awarded a base stipend at the University rate.
- A current candidate who has successfully undertaken Confirmation of Candidature, whose research project is in the area of sociology or criminology.
- A current candidate who can demonstrate financial, educational, geographical, societal, and/or historical disadvantage, and describe how this scholarship will assist them with their research.
Application Process
For current MRes and PhD candidates at the University of Tasmania, who have been offered or awarded a living allowance base stipend, please complete and submit a Donor-Funded Scholarship Application form for Current Candidate (Word 74KB).
All applications that meet the eligibility criteria will automatically be considered for the Scholarship.
Provision of the award is determined by demonstration of academic merit.
One scholarship will be offered annually. Up to three scholarships available.
More information
Please contact GraduateResearch.Scholarships@utas.edu.au for more information.
- The Roberta Julian Scholarship for Sociology and Criminology (the Scholarship) will be awarded as a top-up scholarship.
- The eligibility criteria are:
- A current Masters by Research (MRes) or PhD candidate who has been offered or awarded a base stipend at the University rate;
- A current candidate who has successfully undertaken Confirmation of Candidature, whose research project is in the area of sociology or criminology; and,
- A current candidate who can demonstrate financial, educational, geographical, societal, and/or historical disadvantage, and describe how this scholarship will assist them with their research.
- The Scholarship selection will be determined by an approved selection process overseen by the Pro Vice-Chancellor for Graduate Research (PVCGR) or delegate, with specific regard to the eligibility criteria.
- The Scholarship is tenable for up to 1 year of the candidate’s course of study. The duration of the Scholarship will be reduced by any periods of study undertaken:
- Towards the degree prior to the commencement of the top-up; or
- Towards the degree during suspension of the top-up and is subject to the student:
- Continuing in full-time study or in part-time study if approved by the Graduate Research Office;
- Continuing to make satisfactory academic progress as determined by the Graduate Research Office; and,
- Providing the following to the Advancement Office, which will be shared with the Donor/Custodian of this scholarship on their behalf:
- A thank you letter. Please see sample letter for reference; and,
- Project updates, to be provided between 6-12 months of accepting the scholarship, and then every 6-12 months for the remainder of the scholarship support.
- The Graduate Research Office will determine all other matters concerning the Scholarship, including advertising, application procedures and the method and time of payment.
Overview
As a result of an endowed gift from the late Lady Cuthbertson the University of Tasmania can offer named research scholarships to honour the late Sir Harold Cuthbertson and the late Lady Cuthbertson. This gift, along with a contribution from the Sciences & Engineering, will provide a Cuthbertson Elite Tasmania Graduate Research Scholarship (Scholarship) in the areas of agricultural, horticultural, aquaculture or silviculture.
Value & Duration
This Scholarship consists of a base living allowance stipend of $34,315pa (2026 rate, indexed annually) and a top-up scholarship of $10,000pa (not indexed) for 3.5 years.
Closing Date
01 October 2026
Eligibility
The following eligibility criteria apply to this Scholarship:
- An applicant who has completed at least four years of tertiary education studies, with First Class Honours or equivalent from a recognised tertiary institution
- An applicant applying for a full-time PhD at the University of Tasmania, with a research project in agriculture, horticulture, aquaculture, or silviculture
- An applicant who has not been awarded a degree at the same or higher level as the proposed candidature/scholarship
- An applicant who is an Australian citizen, New Zealand citizen or permanent resident of Australia
Application Process
Applicants who wish to apply for the Scholarship, in addition to a PhD and a base living allowance stipend, should visit the University of Tasmania’s Apply Now website and complete an application. At the end of the application, within the Comments about your Application field on the Attachments tab, please advise that you are also applying for the Cuthbertson Elite Tasmania Graduate Research Scholarship.
All applications that meet the eligibility criteria will automatically be considered for the Scholarship.
Provision of the award is determined by demonstration of academic merit, as well as by the personal qualities and achievements that are relevant to the applicant making a significant contribution to society.
Conditions of Award
Please Note: This Scholarship does not cover costs and fees, such as the Student Services and Amenities Fee. This is the candidate's responsibility.
More information
Please contact GraduateResearch.Partnerships@utas.edu.au for more information.
Upcoming donor funded scholarships
Overview
The Baillieu Research Scholarship was established by a gift from the Honourable William Lawrence Baillieu and family. The Baillieu family wished to support descendants of World War I veterans who had been killed, blinded or totally and permanently incapacitated during service.
Type of Scholarship
Top-Up Scholarship
Next Scheduled Offer
August 2029*
*Please check back regularly as this date is subject to change
- The Baillieu Research Scholarship was established by a gift from the Honourable William Lawrence Baillieu and family in support of descendants of World War I veterans who had been killed, blinded or totally and permanently incapacitated during service.
- The Scholarship will be awarded as a top-up scholarship for applicants offered candidature as a PhD candidate, with a base living allowance stipend, or for current PhD candidates already holding or eligible for a base living allowance stipend at the University rate.
- The eligibility criteria are:
- An applicant applying for a PhD and a base living allowance stipend at the University rate, or a current PhD candidate who has been offered or awarded a base stipend at the University rate;
- An applicant applying for a PhD, or a current candidate who has been offered or has commenced a PhD, with a research project in Medicine, Law, Commerce, Economics or Architecture; and,
- Preference for a fully qualified applicant or candidate who is the lineal descendant of an Australian soldier or sailor who, as the result of an occurrence happening during the period he was a member of the Forces, has died or has been blinded or has been permanently and totally incapacitated, with priority being given to World War I service. A statutory declaration can be used in support of this claim.
- The Scholarship selection will be determined by an approved selection process overseen by the Pro Vice-Chancellor for Graduate Research (PVCGR) or delegate, with specific regard to the eligibility criteria as detailed in clause 3. The Pro Vice-Chancellor for Graduate Research may select the final candidate if multiple applications are submitted across academic units.
- The Scholarship is tenable for up to 3.5 years of the candidate’s research degree.
- The duration of the Scholarship will be reduced by any periods of study undertaken towards the degree prior to the commencement of the Scholarship.
- The scholarship is also subject to the candidate:
- Continuing in full-time study, or in part-time study if approved by the Graduate Research Office;
- Continuing to make satisfactory academic progress as determined by the Graduate Research Office; and,
- Providing the following to the Advancement Office, which will be shared with the Donor/Custodian of the Scholarship:
- A thank you letter and brief project summary upon scholarship acceptance; and,
- Project updates provided every 6-12 months for the duration of the Scholarship.
- One scholarship will be offered at any time, with the Scholarship being open to application at any time it is not currently being held by a PhD candidate.
- The Advancement Office will set the annual value of the Scholarship from time to time with regard to the income from the Fund.
- The Graduate Research Office will determine all other matters concerning the Scholarship, including advertising, application procedures and the method and time of payment.
Overview
The late Dr Joan Woodberry AM, an alumna of the University of Tasmania, bequeathed her estate to make a fellowship available at the university. This gift, along with a contribution from the Science & Engineering will provide a fellowship available to talented women, named the “Dr Joan Woodberry Postgraduate Fellowship in Engineering or Bioscience”.
Type of Scholarship
Base Scholarship and Top-Up Scholarship
Next Scheduled Offer
March 2028*
*Please check back regularly as this date is subject to change
- The “Dr Joan Woodberry Postgraduate Fellowship in Engineering or Bioscience” (the Scholarship) will be awarded as a base stipend and top-up scholarship.
- The eligibility criteria are:
- A PhD or MRes applicant applying for a Higher Degree by Research;
- Who identifies as female;
- Is an Australian Citizen; and,
- Undertaking research in Engineering or Bioscience.
- The Scholarship selection will be determined by a committee, appointed and overseen by the Pro Vice-Chancellor for Graduate Research (PVCGR) (or delegate), with specific regard to the eligibility criteria. Until otherwise confirmed, the committee will include:
- The Dean of Research within Sciences & Engineering (or delegate)
- Mr James Walker, executor of Dr Joan Woodberry’s estate, while he wishes to be involved
- Adjunct Associate Professor Randy Rose, while he wishes to be involved
- The Scholarship is tenable for up to 3.5 years of the candidate’s research degree.
- The duration of the Scholarship will be reduced by any periods of study undertaken towards the degree prior to the commencement of the Scholarship.
- The scholarship is also subject to the candidate:
- Continuing in full-time study, or in part-time study if approved by the Graduate Research Office;
- Continuing to make satisfactory academic progress as determined by the Graduate Research Office; and,
- Providing the following to the Advancement Office, which will be shared with the Donor/Custodian of the Scholarship:
- A thank you letter and brief project summary upon scholarship acceptance; and,
- Project updates provided every 6-12 months for the duration of the Scholarship.
- The Graduate Research Office will determine all other matters concerning the Scholarship, including advertising, application procedures, and the method and time of payment.
Overview
Janet Cretan is a respected member of the Tasmanian community, who has a long and involved history with the University of Tasmania and the broader community. Her father, the Late Professor Keith Isles CMG was Vice-Chancellor of the University for a decade from 1957 to 1967. Being the daughter of the Vice-Chancellor, and at a challenging time for the University, meant that the University was a significant part of Janet’s life, living on the University campus in Sandy Bay.
Janet studied at the University on two occasions. In 1959 she completed a Bachelor of Economics with Honours and returned some years later to complete a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Classics in 1988.
Janet has been a significant supporter of the University for most of her life and, along with her husband Nick Cretan, has generously agreed to endow a perpetual scholarship for a PhD student researching in the fields of philosophy and sociology.
Type of Scholarship
Top-Up Scholarship
Next Scheduled Offer
August 2028*
*Please check back regularly as this date is subject to change.
- An amount of $100,000 donated by Mrs Janet and Mr Nick Cretan to the University of Tasmania Foundation, together with a contribution of $50,000 provided by the University of Tasmania Foundation, along with any interest from time to time forms the endowment component of a scholarship to be called the "Janet Cretan Elite Research Scholarship".
- The Scholarship will be awarded as a Top-up Scholarship for PhD candidates eligible for a Research Training Program (RTP) stipend or equivalent base living allowance stipend.
- The scholarship is to be awarded to a UTAS PhD candidate in an area identified as a research strength in the disciplines of philosophy or sociology.
- The scholarship will be awarded following applications and with endorsement from the Dean of the Faculty of Arts (or nominee), a member of the Cretan Family (while they wish to be involved) and the Dean of Graduate Research (or nominee).
- The Scholarship is tenable for up to 3.5 years of the candidate’s research degree.
- The duration of the Scholarship will be reduced by any periods of study undertaken towards the degree prior to the commencement of the Scholarship.
- The scholarship is also subject to the candidate:
- Continuing in full-time study, or in part-time study if approved by the Graduate Research Office;
- Continuing to make satisfactory academic progress as determined by the Graduate Research Office; and,
- Providing the following to the Advancement Office, which will be shared with the Donor/Custodian of the Scholarship:
- A thank you letter and brief project summary upon scholarship acceptance; and,
- Project updates provided every 6-12 months for the duration of the Scholarship.
- One scholarship will be offered at any time, with the scholarship being open to application at any time it is not held by a PhD candidate.
- The Advancement Office will set the annual value of the scholarship from time to time having regard to the income from the endowment.
- The Dean of Graduate Research and the Graduate Research Office will determine all other matters concerning the Scholarship, including advertising, application procedures and the method and time of payment.
Overview
The late Merle White Weaver, a graduate of the University of Tasmania, gifted a portion of her estate to establish a scholarship to encourage women graduates in the South-East Asian and Pacific area to pursue postgraduate study and research.
The funds are managed by TPT Wealth.
Type of Scholarship
Base Scholarship
Next Scheduled Offer
March 2028*
*Please check back regularly as this date is subject to change
Scholarship Conditions
- The late Merle White Weaver, a graduate of the University of Tasmania, instructed in her Will that part of her Estate be used for the purpose of encouraging women graduates in the South-East Asian and Pacific area to pursue postgraduate study and research. The Estate is managed by TPT Wealth.
- The Scholarship is to be known as the Merle W Weaver Postgraduate Scholarship and may be offered following consultation with TPT Wealth.
- The Scholarship may only be awarded to an eligible applicant or candidate for postgraduate research at the University of Tasmania.
- The eligibility criteria are:
- A PhD or Masters applicant or candidate who has been offered or has commenced a Higher Degree by Research, in any area at the University of Tasmania;
- Identifies as female;
- Is a citizen of a South-East Asian or Pacific area country; and
- Has completed undergraduate study from any university in the South-East Asia and Pacific area (excluding Australia and New Zealand).
- The Scholarship selection will be determined by an approved selection process overseen by the Pro Vice-Chancellor for Graduate Research with specific regard to the eligibility criteria as detailed in clause 4.
- The Scholarship is tenable for up to 3.5 years of the candidate’s research degree.
- The duration of the Scholarship will be reduced by any periods of study undertaken towards the degree prior to the commencement of the Scholarship.
- The scholarship is also subject to the candidate:
- Continuing in full-time study, or in part-time study if approved by the Graduate Research Office;
- Continuing to make satisfactory academic progress as determined by the Graduate Research Office; and,
- Providing the following to the Advancement Office, which will be shared with the Donor/Custodian of the Scholarship:
- A thank you letter and brief project summary upon scholarship acceptance; and,
- Project updates provided every 6-12 months for the duration of the Scholarship.
- One scholarship will be offered at any time, with the Scholarship only being open to application at any time it is not currently being held by a Higher Degree by Research candidate.
- The Pro Vice-Chancellor for Graduate Research and Graduate Research Office will determine all other matters concerning the scholarship, including advertising, application procedures, and the method and time of payment of the scholarship.
Overview
The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (Tasmanian Branch) has established the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (Tasmanian Branch) Pharmacy Research Scholarship (Scholarship) to promote and foster the furtherance of research and post graduate education in pharmacy.
Type of Scholarship
Top-Up Scholarship
Next Scheduled Offer
April 2027*
*Please check back regularly as this date is subject to change
- The Scholarship will be awarded as a top-up scholarship for applicants offered candidature as a PhD candidate, with a base living allowance stipend, or for current PhD candidates already holding or eligible for a base living allowance stipend at the University rate.
- The eligibility criteria are:
- an applicant applying for PhD and a base living allowance stipend at the University rate, or a current PhD candidate who has been offered or awarded a base stipend at the University rate; and,
- an applicant applying for a PhD with a research project in the School of Pharmacy and Pharmacology, or a current PhD candidate with a research project in the School of Pharmacy and Pharmacology.
- The Scholarship selection will be undertaken by the School of Pharmacy and Pharmacology Research Committee and overseen by the Pro Vice-Chancellor for Graduate Research with specific regard to the eligibility criteria as detailed in clause 2.
- The Scholarship is tenable for up to 3.5 years of the candidate’s research degree.
- The duration of the Scholarship will be reduced by any periods of study undertaken towards the degree prior to the commencement of the Scholarship.
- The scholarship is also subject to the candidate:
- Continuing in full-time study, or in part-time study if approved by the Graduate Research Office;
- Continuing to make satisfactory academic progress as determined by the Graduate Research Office; and,
- Providing the following to the Advancement Office, which will be shared with the Donor/Custodian of the Scholarship:
- A thank you letter and brief project summary upon scholarship acceptance; and,
- Project updates provided every 6-12 months for the duration of the Scholarship.
- The Advancement Office will set the annual value of the Scholarship.
- The Pro Vice-Chancellor for Graduate Research and Graduate Research Office will determine all other matters concerning the Scholarship, including advertising, application procedures and the method and time of payment.
Overview
The Professor Richard Scolyer AO Research Innovation PhD Scholarship has been established to honour the outstanding contributions of Professor Richard Scolyer AO — internationally recognised pathologist, pioneering researcher, 2024 Australian of the Year, and proud University of Tasmania alumnus.
This prestigious scholarship celebrates Richard’s enduring legacy and reflects his commitment to excellence, innovation, and boundary-pushing research — hallmarks of his approach to medical science and research.
The scholarship will support PhD students within UTAS Health who demonstrate exceptional research potential and a passion for innovative inquiry.
This is an endowed scholarship established by the University of Tasmania and UTAS Health.
The award will commence in 2026 and will be funded in perpetuity.
Type of Scholarship
Top-up Scholarship
Next Scheduled Offer
October 2029*
*Please check back regularly as this date is subject to change
- The Professor Richard Scolyer AO Research Innovation PhD Scholarship was established to honour the outstanding contributions of Professor Richard Scolyer AO — internationally recognised pathologist, pioneering researcher, 2024 Australian of the Year, and proud University of Tasmania alumnus.
- The Scholarship will be awarded as a top-up scholarship for applicants offered candidature as a PhD candidate, with a base living allowance stipend at the University rate.
- The eligibility criteria are:
- A PhD applicant applying for a base living allowance stipend at the University rate
- Undertaking research within UTAS Health
- Demonstration of a strong record of academic achievement and innovative research thinking
- Not in receipt of any other top-up scholarship.
- The Scholarship selection will be determined by demonstration of academic merit by an approved selection process overseen by the Pro Vice-Chancellor for Graduate Research (PVCGR) or delegate, and the Academic Unit, with specific regard to the eligibility criteria as detailed in clause 3.
- The Scholarship is tenable for up to 3.5 years of the candidate’s research degree.
- The scholarship is subject to the candidate:
- Continuing in full-time study, or in part-time study if approved by the Graduate Research Office;
- Continuing to make satisfactory academic progress as determined by the Graduate Research Office; and,
- Providing the following to the Advancement Office, which will be shared with the Donor/Custodian of the Scholarship:
- A thank you letter and brief project summary upon scholarship acceptance; and,
- Project updates provided every 6-12 months for the duration of the Scholarship.
- The scholarship is subject to the candidate:
- One scholarship will be offered at any time, with the Scholarship being open to application at any time it is not currently being held by a PhD candidate.
- The Advancement Office will set the annual value of the Scholarship from time to time with regard to the income from the Fund.
- The scholarship value will be pro rata if the candidate has a part-time load.
- The Graduate Research Office will determine all other matters concerning the Scholarship, including advertising, application procedures and the method and time of payment.
Overview
The late Catherine Guy made a significant gift from her estate in memory of the late Desmond Stuart Guy to the University of Tasmania to provide scholarships for engineering students. This gift, along with a contribution from the Sciences & Engineering, and the School of Engineering will provide a postgraduate scholarship in engineering, named the “The Bill Guy Scholarship” (the Scholarship).
Type of Scholarship
Base Scholarship and Top-Up Scholarship
Next Scheduled Offer
October 2028*
*Please check back regularly as this date is subject to change.
- “The Bill Guy Scholarship” (the Scholarship) will be awarded as a base stipend and as a top-up.
- The eligibility criteria are:
- A PhD or MRes applicant who has been offered, or has commenced a Higher Degree by Research at the University of Tasmania; and,
- Undertaking research in Engineering.
- The Scholarship selection will be determined by an approved process overseen by the Pro Vice-Chancellor for Graduate Research (PVCGR) (or delegate) with specific regard to the eligibility criteria.
- The Scholarship is tenable for up to 3.5 years of the candidate’s research degree.
- The duration of the Scholarship will be reduced by any periods of study undertaken towards the degree prior to the commencement of the Scholarship.
- The scholarship is also subject to the candidate:
- Continuing in full-time study, or in part-time study if approved by the Graduate Research Office;
- Continuing to make satisfactory academic progress as determined by the Graduate Research Office; and,
- Providing the following to the Advancement Office, which will be shared with the Donor/Custodian of the Scholarship:
- A thank you letter and brief project summary upon scholarship acceptance; and,
- Project updates provided every 6-12 months for the duration of the Scholarship.
- The Graduate Research Office will determine all other matters concerning the Scholarship, including advertising, application procedures, and the method and time of payment.
Overview
The Banks Family have endowed the Max Banks Research Scholarship in Earth Sciences (Scholarship) in memory of Dr Maxwell R Banks AM for the benefit of students in the discipline of Geology/Earth Sciences. Dr Banks AM was a founding father of Geology at the University of Tasmania, an accomplished academic and an esteemed faculty member in the University of Tasmania Department of Geology from 1947 until 1990.
Type of Scholarship
Top-Up Scholarship
Next Scheduled Offer
June 2027*
*Please check back regularly as this date is subject to change
- An amount donated by The Banks Family (the Donor) to the University of Tasmania Foundation, together with any future donations and accrued interest, (the Fund) forms the endowment of a scholarship to be called the “The Max Banks Research Scholarship in Earth Sciences” (the Scholarship).
- The Scholarship will be awarded as a top-up scholarship for applicants offered candidature as a PhD candidate, with a base living allowance stipend, or for current PhD candidates already holding or eligible for a base living allowance stipend at the University rate.
- The Scholarship may only be awarded to an eligible Higher Degree by Research candidate studying at the University of Tasmania in the discipline of Earth Sciences. The eligibility criteria are:
- An applicant applying for a PhD and a base living allowance stipend at the University rate, or a current PhD candidate who has been offered or awarded a base stipend at the University rate; and,
- An applicant applying for a PhD with a research project in the discipline of Earth Sciences, with a preference for Geology, or a current PhD candidate with a research project in the discipline of Earth Sciences, with a preference for Geology
- If changes occur to courses offered at the University at some time in the future, or should the criteria in practice limit the number of applicants significantly, the University's Graduate Research Office may modify the criteria, in consultation with the Donors, to ensure the scholarship can be awarded.
- The Scholarship selection will be determined by an approved selection process overseen by the Pro Vice-Chancellor for Graduate Research, with specific regard to the eligibility criteria as detailed in clause 3.
- The Scholarship is tenable for up to 3.5 years of the candidate’s research degree.
- The duration of the Scholarship will be reduced by any periods of study undertaken towards the degree prior to the commencement of the Scholarship.
- The scholarship is also subject to the candidate:
- Continuing in full-time study, or in part-time study if approved by the Graduate Research Office;
- Continuing to make satisfactory academic progress as determined by the Graduate Research Office; and,
- Providing the following to the Advancement Office, which will be shared with the Donor/Custodian of the Scholarship:
- A thank you letter and brief project summary upon scholarship acceptance; and,
- Project updates provided every 6-12 months for the duration of the Scholarship.
- One Scholarship will be offered at any time, with the Scholarship being open to application at any time it is not currently being held by a PhD candidate.
- The Advancement Office will set the annual value of the Scholarship with regard to the income from the Fund. The value will be reviewed prior to advertisement of the Scholarship.
- The Graduate Research Office will determine all other matters concerning the Scholarship, including advertising, application procedures, and the method and time of payment.
- The ‘Max Banks Research Scholarship in Earth Sciences Scholarship’ may only be held at the University of Tasmania.
Overview
A generous donation from the disbanded Victoria League for Commonwealth Friendship Hobart branch will support a post graduate position in the areas of dementia, heart complaints or cancer. The funds are managed by TPT Wealth.
Type of Scholarship
Base Scholarship
Next Scheduled Offer
March 2028*
*Please check back regularly as this date is subject to change
Scholarship Conditions
- This Scholarship is provided through a generous donation from the disbanded Victoria League for Commonwealth Friendship Hobart branch. The funds are managed by TPT Wealth.
- The Scholarship is to be known as the Victoria League for Commonwealth Friendship Medical Research Trust Scholarship and may be offered following consultation with TPT Wealth.
- The Scholarship is provided to a student for research in the areas of dementia, heart complaints or cancer.
- The eligibility criteria are:
- A PhD or MRes applicant, or a current candidate who is applying for, been offered, or has commenced a Higher Degree by Research at the University of Tasmania; and,
- Undertaking research in dementia, heart complaints, or cancer.
- The Scholarship selection will be determined by an approved selection process overseen by the Pro Vice-Chancellor for Graduate Research, with specific regard to the eligibility criteria as details in clause 4.
- The Scholarship is tenable for up to 3.5 years of the candidate’s research degree.
- The duration of the Scholarship will be reduced by any periods of study undertaken towards the degree prior to the commencement of the Scholarship.
- The scholarship is also subject to the candidate:
- Continuing in full-time study, or in part-time study if approved by the Graduate Research Office;
- Continuing to make satisfactory academic progress as determined by the Graduate Research Office; and,
- Providing the following to the Advancement Office, which will be shared with the Donor/Custodian of the Scholarship:
- A thank you letter and brief project summary upon scholarship acceptance; and,
- Project updates provided every 6-12 months for the duration of the Scholarship.
- One scholarship will be offered at any time, with the Scholarship only being open to application at any time it is not currently being held by a Higher Degree by Research candidate.
- The Pro Vice-Chancellor for Graduate Research and Graduate Research Office will determine all other matters concerning the scholarship, including advertising, application procedures, and the method and time of payment of the scholarship.
Key dates
When applying for a project with a scholarship, please carefully check the closing date and outcome date for each round in the table below and ensure you have submitted your completed application on time. Please allow enough time to contact the proposed supervisor and collect all relevant documentation prior to submitting.
Applications received after the closing date of a round will ONLY be considered (at the next available round) if a suitable applicant is not found by the round outcome date.
Applications close at 11.59pm AEST.
Scholarship rounds 2026
| Round Status | Category | Student Type* | Commence | Application closing date | Outcomes Provided |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | All categories | International & Domestic | 2027 | 1st Oct 2026 | 4th Dec 2026 |
*Where a round specifies a specific student type (Domestic AND/OR International), only those with that type of citizenship will be eligible to apply. Please select the appropriate round and project to suit your citizenship.
Fees
Domestic candidates
Domestic candidates do not pay tuition fees for a Higher Degree by Research (HDR) at the University of Tasmania (UTAS). The Australian Government currently provides funding to all Australian universities to cover the cost of research degree places through the Research Training Program. This is provided in the form a Research Training Program (RTP) Fees Offset.
Eligibility & Conditions of Award
For detailed information about eligibility and conditions of award please see the University:
International candidates
International candidates may be required to pay annual tuition fees, please see the tuition fee rates (per annum) for 2026 for indicative costs.
A tuition fee waiver may be offered to eligible international applicants following competitive assessment.
The Department of Home Affairs requires evidence that applicants for a student visa have sufficient funds to complete their studies.
You need to consider the following expenses:
- Course tuition fees
- Visa and medical (pre-departure) fees
- General living expenses
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
- Return airfares
Please also review Department of Home Affairs Student Visa Living Costs and evidence of funds.
Overseas Student Health Cover
International candidates may request the University of Tasmania provide a quote for Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) as part of the application process. The standard costs for the different levels of cover are:
| Course type | Single cover | Couples/Single Parent cover | Family cover |
|---|---|---|---|
| PhD course (60 months) | AUD $4,771 | AUD $21,897 | AUD $37,988 |
| Masters by Research (27 months) | AUD $1,922 | AUD $8,811 | AUD $15,249 |
Find out more about Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
Research costs
The School/Institute you enrol through at the University of Tasmania is responsible for meeting all 'direct research costs' that are necessary to undertake your HDR project. This includes:
- Access to resources or facilities at the University of Tasmania or other organisations in Australia or overseas
- Travel to complete fieldwork, collect data, or to visit libraries or other repositories
- Training in techniques
External Candidates: As per the HDR Admissions, Selection and Enrolment Procedure, your Academic Unit acknowledged that by supporting external candidates, all additional costs related to external candidature can be met by the Candidate, the research project or the academic unit of enrolment.
Funding may be available for supplementary research that is not essential to your project, but will enhance your research experience at the University of Tasmania.
Student Services and Amenities Fee
All candidates must pay a Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF), which we use to improve student services. This cost is included in international tuition fees, however domestic candidates are charged separately.
How to apply
Applicants should complete an application in conjunction with their supervisory team. Please indicate on the application if you wish to be considered for a scholarship.
Future candidates should review the scholarship information above and then visit our Apply Now page for further instructions. Applications for scholarships will be reviewed and ranked on a competitive basis.