The ECU Higher Degree by Research (HDR) Scholarship is a competitive program designed to support postgraduate students of exceptional research promise. It is open to both domestic and international applicants who wish to undertake a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Integrated PhD, or Master by Research at Edith Cowan University in Western Australia. The scholarship provides a living stipend and tuition fee offset to allow students to focus on their research.
Benefits
Annual stipend of approx. $35,000 AUD (tax-free)
Full tuition fee offset (up to 3 years for PhD, 2 years for Masters)
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for international students
Relocation allowance (if moving to Perth)
Eligibility
Must have an unconditional offer of a place in a Higher Degree by Research course at ECU
First Class Honours degree or equivalent (e.g., Master's with a substantial research component)
Must not be receiving another major scholarship (greater than 75% of the stipend value)
Meet English proficiency requirements
Requirements
Research Proposal (endorsed by a prospective supervisor)
Curriculum Vitae (CV) highlighting research output
Academic Transcripts
Two Academic Referees
Required Documents
Research Proposal
Academic Transcripts
CV/Resume
Referee Reports
Programs of Study
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Integrated PhD
Master by Research
Application Process
Contact a potential supervisor to discuss your research project
Submit an online application for course admission
Apply for the scholarship via the ECU Scholarship Portal
Ensure all referee reports are submitted by the deadline
How to Apply
Visit the ECU HDR Scholarships webpage
Identify a supervisor via the 'Find a Supervisor' tool
Complete the online application form during the open round
Selection Process
Assessment of academic merit and research potential
Alignment with ECU research strengths and priorities
Ranking by the Graduate Research School selection committee