IPRS are funded by the Australian Department of Education, Science and Training (DEST). IPRS are open to citizens of all overseas countries (excluding New Zealand ). IPRES cover tuition fees only and are available for either Doctoral or Masters level research. Closing date: All applications for Swinburne research scholarships close on the last Friday of October each year.

Swinburne qualifications are highly regarded and research positions are prized by the academic community.

To qualify for candidature for higher degree by research, you must have completed at least four years (or equivalent) of tertiary education studies at a high level of achievement. For example:

a four year degree (eg: engineering, information technology, education etc.);

a three year degree and an Honours year;

a three year degree and one year of a Masters by coursework;

a three year course and one year of a Masters preliminary or other qualifying program; or

a three year degree and a postgraduate diploma

Plus students must demonstrate English Language proficiency: IELTS (Academic Module) of 6.5 with no band below 6.0, or TOEFL 575 (paper-based) or 232 (computer-based) with TWE 5.0.

If you are already studying a Masters degree and wish to convert to a PhD, you will only be considered for a scholarship for a PhD program after advice from DEST.

How to Apply
Step 1:
Consult our Key Areas of Research website to determine whether Swinburne covers your area of research interest.

Step 2:
Complete an Application for Admission to Research Higher Degree Candidature and Scholarship. For information refer to the Office of Research and Graduate studies website.

Submit this form to Swinburne International:

By mail or courier:
Swinburne International
PO Box 218 Hawthorn
Victoria AUSTRALIA 3122
Ph: +61 3 9214 8712

By fax:
Facsimile: +61 3 9818 3648
(Remember to mail the original application and supporting documents to Swinburne International office at the address above.)

In person:
Swinburne International
Level 1, Swinburne Place, West Building
Hawthorn, Victoria 3122

By email:
You can scan your application forms in and email them.

Deadline: the last Friday of October each year

For more information and application form, please visit the official announcement.