Australia Announces Fully-Funded Master’s Scholarships With AUD $40,900 Stipend

Macquarie University in Australia has opened applications for its 2027 Road to Research Scholarship, providing Master of Research students with a tuition offset and AUD 40,900 living allowance. Eligible applicants must commence the one-year full-time Master of Research program in Session 1, 2027, and reside in Sydney throughout their studies.

Applications close on October 31, 2026, with outcomes expected in early December 2026. The scholarship covers tuition fees and living expenses for up to one year and may include additional financial support for certain eligible candidates. The scholarship is open to onshore Australian applicants intending to live in Sydney, Pakistani and other overseas students already in Australia with valid visas and meeting admission requirements.

Macquarie University will select candidates through a competitive ranking process based on academic performance, with supervision confirmation required for applicants in specific faculties. Required documents include academic transcripts, degree documents, an essay or statement, and two recommendation letters.