Fully Funded in Australia: Masters & PhD Scholarships at the University of Tasmania (2026)

If you are looking to study for a Master’s by Research or a PhD in Australia, this prestigious opportunity is for you. The University of Tasmania (UTAS) is offering fully funded scholarships for international students under the Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP).

These scholarships are unique because many are project-based. This means the research projects are already established; you simply apply for a specific project, and if selected, you work directly under a supervisor. The process is straightforward, the application is easy, and in many cases, you don’t even need an IELTS score!

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💰 Scholarship Benefits

The scholarship rate for 2026 is highly competitive:

Stipend: $34,315 AUD per year (tax-free).
Duration: 3.5 years for PhD and 2 years for Master’s.
Indexation: This rate is indexed annually on the 1st of January.
Full Tuition Coverage: Your fees are fully paid by the program.

🌍 No IELTS? English Language Waivers

One of the best parts of this scholarship is the flexibility regarding English proficiency. If you completed a Bachelor’s degree taught in English in specific countries, the IELTS/TOEFL requirement is waived.

Waved countries in Africa include:

Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa.

If you are from one of these countries, you simply need to submit an English Proficiency Letter from your university. For students from Asia, the Americas, or other regions, please check the University’s English Language Requirements to see if your country is listed for a waiver.

📅 Important Deadlines

Current Round: 1st February 2026.
Extended Deadline: Some specific projects may have deadlines as late as 1st April 2026.
Advice: Since you don’t need a month to study for an English test, you can complete this application within a week if you focus!

🛠️ Step-by-Step Application Guide

Step 1: Find Your Project

You must apply for a project that aligns with your research interest.

Visit the UTAS Available Projects Page.
Filter for “International” (there are currently 141 projects available for international students).
Filter by degree (Masters or PhD) or by field (Agriculture, Biological Sciences, Climate Change, etc.).

Step 2: Contact the Supervisor

Once you find a project, read the description carefully.

Find the supervisor’s email address listed on the project page.
Send a “cold email” expressing your interest.
Attach: Your CV and details of two referees (name, position, and email).
Tip: Copy and paste the exact project title into your email subject line.

Step 3: Secure the Supervisory Support Form

This is a mandatory document. Once a supervisor agrees to work with you, send them the Supervisory Support Form. They must sign this confirming they will oversee your research.

Step 4: Draft Your Research Proposal

You need a two-page research proposal for your chosen project. It should include:

Introduction: Aims and objectives.
Justification: Why is this research question important?
Methodology: How will you conduct the research?
Expected Outcomes: What do you hope to achieve?
Make sure to include citations and references.

Step 5: Submit the Online Application

Click “Apply Now” on the project page and upload the following:

Copy of your Passport.
Signed Supervisory Support Form.
Two-page Research Proposal.
Transcripts and Certificates.
Academic CV (including your referees).
Evidence of English Proficiency (or waiver details).

🎓 Final Advice

University of Tasmania offers an incredible lifestyle and world-class research facilities. Don’t fret if you only see a few Master’s projects; the list is updated constantly, so keep checking back!

Next Step: Check the description box of this post for a PDF Guideline on how to draft your research proposal and a video on how to write the perfect email to a supervisor.

If you have any questions, drop them in the comments! Let’s win these scholarships together in 2026.

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