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Griffith University Research Scholarships 2027 in Australia

Last updated Jul 22, 2026

Deadline

2026-10-12

Country

Australia

Level

masters, phd

Organization

Griffith University

Field

Engineering, IT and aviation, Education, Criminology and law, Medicine, dentistry and health, Business and government, Visual and creative arts, Humanities, languages and social science, Architecture, construction and planning, Music and performing arts, Science and environment

Funding

fully funded

Overview

The Griffith University International Postgraduate Research Scholarship (GUIPRS) supports high-achieving international students to pursue a Higher Degree by Research (HDR) program, specifically Master’s by research or Doctoral degrees, at Griffith University in Australia.

Coverage

The scholarship covers full tuition fees for up to three and a half years for doctoral programs and up to two years for research master’s programs. It also provides Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the recipient and their dependents, and covers Student Services and Amenities Fees.

Eligibility

Open to international students (non-domestic) who do not hold Australian permanent residency or New Zealand citizenship. Applicants must meet the academic entry requirements for the HDR program at Griffith University.

Requirements

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree with First Class Honours (Class I) or equivalent. Candidates must not have previously held an equivalent scholarship or a Commonwealth Government Australia Award in the two years prior to starting. Selection is based on academic merit, research background, and the compatibility between the applicant and the research supervision team.

How to apply

Interested candidates must first identify a research project and supervisor at Griffith University. Applications are submitted through the university's official research application portal. Applicants should check the specific intake dates on the official website.

Notes

Applicants may apply for scholarship consideration a maximum of two times within a five-year period. If receiving other funding for living expenses, applicants must provide evidence of at least AUD 36,000 per year.

Source & Verification

Host organization: Griffith University

Original source: OpportunitiesCircle

Official application page: https://www.griffith.edu.au/research-study/scholarships/guiprs

Verify the deadline, eligibility, and document list on the official website before applying.

How to Apply

1

Read the full requirements

Visit the official application page and read all eligibility criteria carefully before investing time in the application.
2

Gather your documents

Collect transcripts, certificates, and references. Official copies may require apostille — start this process early.
3

Request recommendation letters

Contact your referees at least 4–6 weeks before the deadline. Brief them on the scholarship and your goals.
4

Write your motivation letter

Be specific about your goals, why you chose this program, and your plan to contribute to Ethiopia after completing your studies.
5

Proofread and submit early

Submit at least 3–5 days before the deadline. Technical issues are common — never submit on the last day.