University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC)

Research Training Program (RTP)

Award value: $26682 annually

Level of study: Postgraduate

Nationality: Australian and New Zealand

Closing date: 30 September

The Australian Government Domestic Research Training Program (RTP) scholarships, previously called the Australian Postgraduate Award (APA), are awarded to students of exceptional research potential undertaking a Higher Degree by Research. RTP's are provided to assist with general living costs. Part-time RTPs may only be awarded under exceptional circumstances which relate to the applicant having significant caring commitments or a medical condition. The RTP is administered by the university and funded by the Department of Education and Training.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must: be Australian or New Zealand citizens, or permanent residents or international students who are IPRS holders commencing from 1 January; hold a bachelor degree with First Class Honours or have demonstrated an equivalent level of academic attainment as determined by USC; not have previously held an Australian Government-funded postgraduate research scholarship unless it was terminated within six months; not be in receipt of an equivalent award or salary providing a benefit greater than 75 per cent of the RTP stipend rate to undertake the HDR; or have completed a degree at the same level or higher than that proposed.