University of Tasmania Scholarship 2027 (Fully Funded)

Apply for the University of Tasmania Scholarship 2026–2027 in Australia. Fully funded Master’s and PhD awards provide AUD 33,511 annually plus relocation support. It sets no nationality restriction, so Nigerian applicants are eligible on that point.

Offered by University of Tasmania Last checked 13 Oct 2026
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What the scholarship covers

Stipend: AUD 33,511 per annum (latest rate). This rate is indexed annually on 1st January
Relocation allowance: The TGRS provides an allowance to assist with costs associated with relocating to Tasmania to undertake a Higher Degree by Research up to AUD $2,000
Other allowances: Award holders may also receive minor awards, allowances or other earnings which are supplementary to the Tasmania Graduate Research Scholarship, or income derived from part-time work undertaken within the guidelines set by the University
In Nigerian terms

The award's terms mention an upper second (2:1) degree. On a Nigerian transcript that is written as 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 phd & doctoral funding, so you would be applying with M.Sc, M.A, MBA or M.Phil. Where it asks for an upper second or a 2:1, that is Second Class Upper on a Nigerian transcript.

If you want to pursue your higher education in Australia, you should not miss this great opportunity. In this article, we will explain in detail the University of Tasmania Scholarship, its benefits, and the step-by-step application process.

The University of Tasmania Scholarship 2026–2027 is a fully funded scholarship for international students. This scholarship is available for master’s and PhD programs. It provides AUD 33,511 per annum and a relocation allowance of up to AUD 2,000.

The Tasmania Graduate Research Scholarship (TGRS) is awarded throughout the year to high-quality international and domestic candidates. These scholarships are available across all research disciplines at the University of Tasmania and are granted to applicants with demonstrated research ability. Scholarships are allocated competitively based on academic merit, experience, prior learning, and other relevant attainments. Priority is given to new candidates in strategic research areas.

Scholarship Summary

  • Level of Study: Master’s, PhD
  • Institution: University of Tasmania
  • Study in: Australia
  • Opportunity Focus Areas: Arts, Law and Education, Business and Economics, Health and Medicine, Sciences and Engineering
  • Program Period: PhD: 3.5 years with no extension available. It is important to be aware that the duration of the scholarship is less than the maximum length of candidature, which is 4 years.
    Master’s: 2 years with no extension available.
  • Deadline: 01 October 2026

Scholarship Coverage

The University of Tasmania Scholarship will provide:

  • Stipend: AUD 33,511 per annum (latest rate). This rate is indexed annually on 1st January.
  • Relocation allowance: The TGRS provides an allowance to assist with costs associated with relocating to Tasmania to undertake a Higher Degree by Research up to AUD $2,000.
  • Other allowances: Award holders may also receive minor awards, allowances or other earnings which are supplementary to the Tasmania Graduate Research Scholarship, or income derived from part-time work undertaken within the guidelines set by the University.

Eligibility Criteria for the University of Tasmania Scholarship

To qualify for the University of Tasmania Scholarship, the candidate must fulfil all of the following requirements:

  • Required Language: English
  • Eligible Countries: All countries
  • Successful applicants must have completed at least four years of tertiary education studies and have achieved at least an upper second-class Honours degree or equivalent.
  • Awards are only available to those who will be undertaking a full-time research Master’s or Doctoral degree in 2026.
  • Candidates must not be receiving another equivalent award, scholarship or salary to undertake the proposed program (if that income is greater than seventy-five per cent of the base RTP stipend rate).
  • Income unrelated to the applicant’s Higher Degree by Research (e.g. employment income) or income received for the candidate’s Higher Degree by Research but not to support general living costs is not to be taken into account.
  • Applicants who have completed a degree at the same level as the proposed candidature, or a higher level; and/or held an Australian Government or University funded Postgraduate Research Award for more than 6 months are eligible to apply and will be considered in the competitive selection process but will not be prioritized against other applicants who have not.

How to Apply for the University of Tasmania Scholarship?

Please follow the following application instructions to apply for the University of Tasmania Scholarship:

  1. Applicants should complete an application in conjunction with their supervisory team. Please indicate on the application if you wish to be considered for a scholarship.
  2. Future candidates should review the scholarship information above and then visit our Apply Now page for further instructions. Applications for scholarships will be reviewed and ranked on a competitive basis.

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To learn more about the University of Tasmania Scholarship, please visit the official website:

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Applications close 1 October 2027. Check the current call before you start — terms change between cycles.
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