China Scholarship Council - University of Melbourne PhD Scholarship

This scholarship was established by the Chinese Scholarship Council and the University of Melbourne to promote international collaboration and is awarded to citizens of the People's Republic of China wishing to undertake a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree at the University of Melbourne.

What are the benefits?

The University of Melbourne will provide:

• a full tuition fee scholarship for a PhD for up to four years
• a supplementary living allowance of around $11,600 per year (2023 full-time pro rata rate) for up to four years

The China Scholarship Council (CSC) will provide:

• a living allowance of approximately $22,800 per year (2023 rate) including Overseas Student Health Cover
• a return airfare between China and Melbourne by the most economical route
• visa application fees

For more information about research opportunities, application processes and the reasons to consider study at the University of Melbourne, see the Graduate Research at the University of Melbourne brochure.

For further information about eligibility, application and selection requirements, please submit a query as a future student.

To be eligible for this scholarship, you must:

• be a citizen of the People's Republic of China
• have received an offer for a place in a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) course at the University of Melbourne. This requires completion of at least a four-year undergraduate degree, with the equivalent of a minimum overall average grade of H2A (or 75%) achieved at the University of Melbourne with a significant research component. Applicants are also required to meet minimum English language requirements.