Scholarships for Nigerian studentsDeadlines, eligibility, and what each award pays

Home Scholarships Qualification Lists Subjects Countries Deadlines Guides

ANU Master of Philosophy Scholarship 2026-2027 (Fully Funded)

ANU Master of Philosophy Scholarship 2026-2027 in Australia is a fully funded program offering $36,652 per year, travel and relocation support, child allowance, and thesis funding for international master’s students. It sets no nationality restriction, so Nigerian applicants are eligible on that point.

Offered by Australian National University (ANU) Last checked 13 Oct 2026
Check eligibility

What the scholarship covers

Travel & removal allowance for students relocating to Canberra to commence their Master of Philosophy program
Dependent Child Allowance (International students only)
Thesis Allowance
In Nigerian terms

The award's terms mention a first class or an upper second (2:1) degree. On a Nigerian transcript that is written as First Class or Second Class Upper. Check the exact minimum on the provider's page.

For Nigerian applicants

The award states no nationality restriction, which means a Nigerian applicant is eligible on that point. This is masters funding, so you would be applying with B.Sc, B.A, B.Eng, LLB, MBBS or HND. Where it asks for an upper second or a 2:1, that is Second Class Upper on a Nigerian transcript.

Exciting news! Applications are now being accepted for the ANU Master of Philosophy Scholarships. In this article, you’ll find complete details about the program, its financial coverage, and the step-by-step application process.

The ANU Master of Philosophy Scholarship 2026-2027 is a fully funded master’s award for international students. It offers $36,652 annually, plus relocation and travel assistance for those moving to Canberra, a dependent child allowance, and funding support for thesis preparation.

These scholarships are provided by the individual academic colleges at the Australian National University. Students are normally required to undertake full-time enrollment, but under specific conditions, part-time study may be permitted. For international candidates, full-time study is compulsory.

Scholarship Summary

  • Level of Study: Master’s
  • Institution(s): Australian National University (ANU)
  • Study in: Australia
  • Eligible Field: Philosophy
  • Program Length: One year
  • Deadline: August 31, 2026 (application closes with admission deadlines)

Scholarship Coverage

ANU Master of Philosophy Scholarship is $36,652 per annum and will cover the following:

  • Travel & removal allowance for students relocating to Canberra to commence their Master of Philosophy program
  • Dependent Child Allowance (International students only)
  • Thesis Allowance

Eligibility Criteria for ANU Master of Philosophy Scholarship

To be eligible for the ANU Master of Philosophy Scholarship, candidates must fulfill the following requirements:

  • Required Language: English.
  • Eligible Countries: All world countries
  • are domestic or international students; and
  • have applied for admission to a Master of Philosophy Research program at the ANU; and
  • have a Bachelor’s degree with first-class Honours (some Colleges may consider applicants with upper second-class Honours), or a Master’s degree with a research component from a recognized University.

How to Apply for ANU Master of Philosophy Scholarship?

Please follow the following application instructions to apply for ANU Master of Philosophy Scholarship:

  1. Apply for admission here
  2. Note: No application is necessary as all eligible students will be considered, just apply for admission.

Website

To apply and know more about ANU Master of Philosophy Scholarship, please visit the official website:

Official Website

Ready to apply
Apply on anu.edu.au
Applications close 31 August 2027. Check the current call before you start — terms change between cycles.
Official website

Similar awards open to Nigerian students

Participating Australian Institutions Australia Awards Scholarships 2027 (Fully Funded)
Fully funded BachelorsMastersPhD
Open to Nigerian region
University of Tasmania University of Tasmania Scholarship 2027 (Fully Funded)
Fully funded MastersPhD
Open to all nationalities
Griffith University Griffith University Scholarships 2027 Fully Funded
Fully funded BachelorsMastersPhD
Open to all nationalities
Queensland University University of Queensland (UQ) 2027
BachelorsMasters
Open to all nationalities

Details quoted from the award's published terms, last reviewed 13 Oct 2026. Deadlines and amounts change between cycles — confirm on the official website before you apply.