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PhD and research degree scholarships can help you reach your goals. We are committed to education for all, with specific scholarships available to support First Peoples and people with a disability. Scholarships are also available to cover things like tuition fees, overseas student health cover and living allowances paid as stipends.
Applications for Griffith scholarships, as well as Australian Government Research Training scholarships, are assessed through a competitive and merit-based selection process. Scholarships are awarded throughout the year. For current opportunities, and to check your eligibility check the database below.
How to apply
To find out more about scholarships and their selection criteria - and see if you are eligible, search the list below.
Application dates
You can apply for a merit-based scholarship to commence in 2026 through our continuous scholarship round by the specified due date. Check the key dates page for further information. International applicants with a sponsorship to support their living expenses can apply for a packaged tuition scholarship at any time. You can also apply for a project-specific scholarship, search the available scholarships below and submit your expression of interest by the due date.
Research degree and scholarship application
New applicants can apply for a research degree and scholarship together. Gain some tips for your success.
Current research candidates
Current research candidates can apply for a range of scholarships.
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Australian Government Research Training Program Stipend Scholarship Australian Government merit-based scholarship for new research degree candidates. |
Closing date: Now Open Closing Dates 30/01/2026 Domestic & International GU Pathway |
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Griffith University Postgraduate Research Scholarship Griffith University merit-based scholarship for new research degree candidates. |
Closing date: Now Open Closing Dates 30/01/2026 Domestic & International GU Pathway |
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Australian Government Research Training Program International Fee Offset Scholarship Australian Government merit-based tuition scholarship for new international research degree candidates. |
Closing date: Now Open Closing Date 30/01/2026 International GU Pathway only |
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Griffith University International Postgraduate Research Scholarship Griffith University merit-based tuition scholarship for new international research degree candidates |
Closing date: Now Open Closing Date 30/01/2026 International GU Pathway only |
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Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Domestic Fee Offset Australian Government merit-based tuition fee offset for new domestic research degree candidates. |
Closing date: Continuous |
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Griffith University Indigenous Australian Postgraduate Research Scholarship Available to new Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander research degree candidates. |
Closing date: Continuous |
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Griffith University Disability Scholars Research Scholarship Griffith University scholarship for domestic and international research degree candidates who have a disability. |
Closing date: Now Open Closing Dates 30/01/2026 Domestic & International GU Pathway |
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Griffith Industry PhD Scholarship Scheme Undertake research in collaboration with an industry partner, providing practical experience while you complete your doctoral studies. |
Closing date: Continuous |
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Altitude and Heat Training for Heart Failure: A Physiological Investigation Industry aligned scholarship investigating whether controlled exposure to altitude and heat, can activate adaptive pathways and enhance oxygen transport, utilisation and ultimately exercise capacity in people with heart failure |
Closing date: 16/01/2026 |
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Transforming disaster resilience though a community-centred governance model Grant funded scholarship aiming to create a community-centred approach to managing disasters in a changing climate to assist in a cultural shift towards shared responsibility for increasing resilience |
Closing date: 2/02/2026 |
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The Voice Gap: Employee Voice Under Threat in a Changing World of Work Grant funded scholarship exploring the impact of the COVID19 pandemic on promoting hybrid and remote work and how this has necessitated new methods of workplace communication |
Closing date: 19/12/2025 |
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AI/ML Forecasting of Marine Biological Hazards Induced by Climate Change Industry aligned scholarship carrying out impactful research in forecasting marine biological hazards induced by climate change through artificial intelligence (AI)/machine learning (ML). |
Closing date: 25/11/2025 |
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Mitigating disinfection by-products - are we creating more toxic chemicals? Grant funded scholarship with a focus to conduct the effect-based assessment of water samples produced by the research team to investigate appropriate approaches to mitigate the formation of toxic disinfection byproducts. |
Closing date: 12/12/2025 |
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Diffusion Stream Models for Real-time Remote Sensing in Environmental Monitoring Industry aligned scholarship aimed at developing a real-time, scalable monitoring system that leverages diffusion-based stream models and complex event processing to detect and explain anomalous methane (CH₄) emissions using satellite and sensor data |
Closing date: 30/11/2025 |
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Help Restore Australia’s Rivers through Behaviour Change Industry aligned scholarship hoping to address the knowledge gaps in environmental sustainability and social marketing, focusing on river health and sustainable land management practices via co-creation and adoption of Natural Capital Profiles. |
Closing date: 30/11/2025 |
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Grant funded scholarship aiming to develop and refine an AI-based framework capable of identifying individual-specific bioaerosol signatures from complex biological data |
Closing date: 3/11/2025 |
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Identification of Personal Bioaerosol Signatures in Shared Indoor Environments Griffith merit based scholarship aiming to determine whether individual human bioaerosol signatures can be detected and distinguished within a shared, complex indoor space |
Closing date: 3/11/2025 |
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Theory of Wigner-friend experiments, from existing hardware to far future quantum computers Grant funded scholarship focusing on experiments inspired by the Local Friendliness No-Go theorem (Bong et al., Nature Physics 2020) and variations on it. The PhD project will include conceptual analysis in quantum foundations, analytic calculations (in quantum information and/or quantum optics), and coding on both classical and quantum computers. |
Closing date: 24/10/2025 |
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Uncovering the implications of global-scale geoengineering for ocean life Grant funded scholarship aiming to uncover and address the accelerating impacts of climate change on global marine life. |
Closing date: 24/10/2025 |
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Advancing Paediatric Burn Care: Improving Outcomes for Children Griffith merit based scholarship aims to ensure that all Australian children, regardless of their geographic location, receive equitable, high-quality early burn care |
Closing date: 30/01/2026 |
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Australian Consortium for Social and Political Research Inc Fellowship program valued at $25,000 |
Closing date: Continuous |
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Australia China Alumni Association (ACAA) Scholarhip Program The Australia China Alumni Association (ACAA) is proud to launch a 3-year Scholarships Program (2025-28), designed to support exceptional students studying in Australian education institutions. |
Closing date: Currently closed |
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Allison Milner Memorial PhD Scholarship The Allison Milner Memorial PhD Scholarship was established by MATES in Construction to honour the legacy of Ass Prof Allison Milner. The total Scholarship value is up to $108,000 over three to five years. PhD Scholarships are open to Australian graduate researchers undertaking research addressing suicide prevention initiatives for blue collar, male dominated industries in Australia. |
Closing date: Continuous |
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ANSTO (Australia's Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation) These scholarships support early career researchers working on industry-focused projects in health, radiopharmaceuticals, defence, space, environment, nuclear fuel cycle and nuclear technologies. Successful candidates work under the guidance of some of Australia’s leading scientists. They may also obtain access to ANSTO’s state-of-the-art facilities to put their research to the test and develop workable solutions to real world problems. |
Closing date: Continuous |
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ANZSBT (The Australian and New Zealand Society of Blood Transfusion) PhD Scholarship and Research Grants offered by the Australian and New Zealand Society of Blood Transfusion (ANZSBT). Please click on the specific tab for the applicable funding opportunity |
Closing date: Continuous |
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Griffith University is proud to partner with the Australian Government to equip award recipients with further skills, knowledge and education to drive change, and contribute to the development and growth of their home country. |
Closing date: Continuous |
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Australian Fulbright Postgraduate Opportunities Fulbright Postgraduate Scholarships support graduate students undertaking their Australian PhD to conduct research in the U.S. as a Visiting Student Researcher (VSR) |
Closing date: Continuous |
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Rotary Health will provide stipend and incidental support for a postgraduate student who is undertaking full time research in specific areas of Health research |
Closing date: 28/11/2025 |
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Australian Rotary Health - Basil Shaw Rotary Health will provide stipend and incidental support for a postgraduate student who is undertaking full time research in the wellbeing of children exposed to domestic violence |
Closing date: 28/11/2025 |
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The Blue Economy CRC places heavy emphasis on Education & Training, with an unprecedented scale of research opportunities on offer, including fully funded Higher Degree by Research (HDR) PhD scholarships across its five research programs. |
Closing date: Continuous |
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CSIRO Postgraduate Scholarships Scholarships provide the future generation of scientists with the opportunity to launch their scientific careers working alongside leading scientists in world class facilities to deliver real world solutions. |
Closing date: Continuous |
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The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) is an organisation that promotes the international exchange of students and scientists.This programme offers you the opportunity to do a bi-national doctoral degree with bi-national supervision at your home university and at a university in Germany. Grants are initially awarded for up to 12 months. |
Closing date: Continuous |
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The Digital Innovation Scholarship is designed to pioneer the next generation of digital-first entrepreneurs. Including on-the-job digital marketing experience, mentorship from our digital marketing experts, and a $5,000 scholarship to help you evolve your digital marketing skills. |
Closing date: Continuous |
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Grain Research and Development Corporation Research scholarships to attract and foster the talent required to conduct and drive world-class grains RD&E. |
Closing date: Continuous |
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JDRF Australia: PhD Top-up Scholarship and Travel Grants JDRF Australia offers the PhD Top-up Scholarship to support and encourage PhD students pursuing research in the field of type 1 diabetes and the travel grant to support students to participate in national or international scientific conferences and forums held either virtually or in-person. |
Closing date: Continuous |
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This program will sponsor 100 exceptional American, Japanese, Australian, and Indian master and doctoral students in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) to study in the United States |
Closing date: Currently available |
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University Grants Commission of Sri Lanka (UGC) and Griffith University PhD Scholarship University Grants Commission of Sri Lanka (UGC) and Griffith University have established a joint funding program to allow up to twelve suitably, UGC supported candidates to enrol in the Doctor of Philosophy program at Griffith University each year. |
Closing date: Currently closed |
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The Crawford in QLD Student Awards provide support for students to incorporate a novel international agricultural research experience into their current program. |
Closing date: Currently available |
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The PhD Scholarship provides funding for successful applicants to attain a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). The PhD Scholarship is a funding agreement between Suicide Prevention Australia and the applicant Administering Institution (a University in Australia). |
Closing date: Currently closed |
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Wine Australia‚ PhD and Masters by Research scholarships Wine Australia offers a PhD and Masters by Research scholarship program to help attract postgraduate students to the fields of wine, viticulture and wine business research. |
Closing date: Currently closed |
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The Prof Anna Stewart Scholarship Program supporting First Nation PhD Students Top up scholarships supporting First Nations candidates to undertake a PhD, awarded in honour of Prof Anna Stewart |
Closing date: Currently closed |
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Fijian Tertiary Scholarships and Loans Service (TSLS) and Griffith University PhD Scholarships The Fijian Tertiary Scholarships and Loans Service (TSLS) and Griffith University have established a joint funding program to support suitably qualified Fijian citizens to enrol in the Doctor of Philosophy program at Griffith University. |
Closing date: Continuous |
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South Pacific Central Banks and Griffith University PhD Scholarship South Pacific Central Banks and Griffith University have established a joint funding program to allow up to four suitably qualified, Central Bank supported candidates to enrol in the Doctor of Philosophy program at Griffith University each year. |
Closing date: Continuous |
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Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan & Griffith University PhD Scholarship The Higher Education Commission, Pakistan & Griffith University have established a joint funding program for selected graduates from Pakistan to complete a PhD at Griffith. |
Closing date: Continuous |
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China Scholarship Council (CSC) and Griffith University Joint-funded scholarships for new CSC research degree candidates covering tuition fees, Overseas Students Health Cover, plus more... |
Closing date: Currently available |
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Griffith University and University of Chinese Academy of Sciences Joint Doctoral Program Griffith University and the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences merit-based scholarship providing a living allowance and covering tuition fess and overseas student health cover. The program is for Chinese applicants from all research areas including natural resources, environment and life sciences, and any other areas where there are existing or proposed research collaborations. |
Closing date: Currently available |
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Griffith University and the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) with Science Education Institute (SEI) merit-based scholarship providing a living allowance and covering tuition fess and overseas student health cover. The favoured areas of research for this program are under the themes of soil ecology and water management, ecology, and other related fields, and in connection with existing projects supported by DOST-PCAARD and DOST-PCIEERD. Other areas can be considered on a case-by-case basis. |
Closing date: Currently available |
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Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) and Griffith University Collaborative PhD Griffith University and the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) and Griffith University have established a jointly supervised PhD program to support suitably qualified applicants nominated by MAHE to enrol in the Doctor of Philosophy program at Griffith University. The favoured areas of research for this program include pharmacy, health and biological sciences, engineering, and natural sciences. Other areas can be pursued and considered on a case-by-case basis. |
Closing date: Currently available |
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Agusan del Sur State College of Agriculture and Technology (ASSCAT) and Griffith University have established a joint funding program to support suitably qualified ASSCAT staff members to enrol in the Doctor of Philosophy program at Griffith University. The favoured areas of research for this program are under the themes of environmental science, agriculture, engineering, education, arts and sciences, information science and technology, business and entrepreneurship and other related fields. Other areas can be considered on a case-by-case basis. |
Closing date: Currently available |
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Sun Yat-Sen University (SYSU) and Griffith University have established a jointly supervised PhD program to support SYSU graduates of exceptional research potential to undertake a Doctor of Philosophy program, supported by the China Scholarship Council (CSC) Sino-Australian Innovative Talent in Tourism Program. |
Closing date: Currently available |
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Ristekdikti and Griffith University The Indonesian Ministry of Research, Technology and Higher Education (Ristekdikti) has reestablished the Overseas Postgraduate Scholarship (Beasiswa Pendidikan Pascasarjana Luar Negeri, or BPPLN) program. Applicants must be a permanent lecturer in a university under the remit of Ristekdikti to be eligible for a PhD scholarship. |
Closing date: Currently available |
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Top up scholarships supporting candidates to undertake a PhD in medical research, awarded in honour of Mr Thomas Daley |
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Types of scholarships and support
Our scholarships can cover tuition fees, living allowances, and publication assistance for a variety of circumstances.
Industry linked
Undertake research with an industry partner and gain practical experience while you complete your doctoral studies. You’ll conduct relevant, impactful research that responds to industry needs, under the joint supervision of your host organisation and Griffith University.
Grant linked
Join an established grant-funded project that’s already making an impact in our world. These scholarships are tied to research that our community is already undertaking, spanning a broad spectrum of areas, from chronic diseases to criminology and Asian politics to the arts.
Merit-based
Our open merit scholarships are available for anyone to apply for at any time, with options ranging from Australian Government grants to University-funded places. Allow at least four months before your preferred intake to allow for your application to be processed.
Already applied?
If you’ve applied for the first intake of 2026, here are some key milestones you’ll need to be aware of.
Industry supporting PhD research
Shoulder injuries can be devastating when it comes to an elite swimmer’s career, causing costly time out from training and sometimes even spelling the end of a sporting journey. But that’d a problem that Alec McKenzie hopes to be able to prevent, with his PhD research that's in partnership with the Queensland Academy of Sport and Swimming Australia. “I don’t think what I’m doing would be possible without that industry funding and support, Alec says. Alec explains that to complete his research without the partnership with Queensland Academy of Sport would be nearly impossible. “I’m going to need 100-plus elite swimmers, the higher level, the better,” he says.
Australian Government Research Training Program
The Australian Government’s Research Training Program (RTP) provides funding to Australian universities to support both domestic and international candidates undertaking a PhD or research degree program. Support provided may include tuition fee offsets, stipends and allowances.
