The Road to Research Scholarship is for international applicants who are eligible to commence the Macquarie Master of Research (MRes) in Sydney, Australia in Session 1 2026. This scholarship supports students undertaking short research projects of the Master of Research (MRes).
The Macquarie Master of Research provides thorough research-relevant training for candidates interested in shorter research projects or pursuing a research career
About Macquarie University
Established in 1964, Macquarie University began as a bold experiment in higher education. Built to break from traditions: to be distinctive, progressive, and to be transformational. Today our pioneering history continues to be a source of inspiration as we celebrate our place among the best and brightest minds.
Recognised internationally, Macquarie University is consistently ranked in the top two per cent of universities in the world* and within the top 10 in Australia*.
Our research is leading the way in ground-breaking discoveries. Our academics are at the forefront of innovation and, ... continue reading
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Macquarie University Research Graduate
Aim and Benefits of Macquarie University Research Graduate
The scholarship comprises:
- a tuition fee offset for a maximum of one year
- a living allowance stipend of $39,700 for one year.
Requirements for Macquarie University Research Graduate Qualification
Awards will only be available to applicants who, at the time of application:
- Are not an Australian/New Zealand citizen, or an Australian permanent resident
- Are onshore in Australia at the time of application
- Intend to reside in Sydney, Australia during their candidature
- Plan to undertake a Master of Research in January 2026 (S1 2026)
- Are enrolling as full-time students
- Meet the English language requirements for Macquarie graduate research degrees
- Meet the admission criteria for the Master of Research (refer to schedule 2.3)
- Have confirmation of supervision from an eligible Macquarie University researcher (compulsory for FMHHS and desirable for the other faculties)
- International applicants will need a valid Student Visa in order to commence their program. If they do not have a valid Student Visa, they may commence their study on an alternative Australian visa type that permits full time study until the end of June 2027.
Interview date, Process and Venue for Macquarie University Research Graduate
Macquarie University:
- will rank candidates on the basis of Weighted Average Mark, or Grade Point Average if you graduated before 2020 or received your qualification/s from a university other than Macquarie. Scholarships will be awarded to the top ranked applicants
- assesses overseas qualifications using Australian Government guidelines to determine their comparability to qualifications on the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
Application Deadline
October 31, 2025How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to
Macquarie University on mq-edu.t1cloud.com to apply
For more details, visit Macquarie University Scholarship webpage
