2026 Edith Cowan University Higher Degree by Research Scholarships in Australia | Fully Funded
The Edith Cowan University (ECU) Higher Degree Scholarship is a fully funded opportunity for international and domestic students to pursue postgraduate research degrees in Australia. Here’s what you need to know:
Eligibility Requirements:
- Offered a place in an ECU Higher Degree by PhD, Integrated PhD research course, or Master by Research
- Domestic or international student
- Outstanding research promise and academic merit
- Principal supervisor endorsement for the proposed research project
Scholarship Benefits:
- Full tuition fee coverage
- Living stipend of $35,000 per annum (2025 rate: $41,753 per year)
- Relocation allowance for domestic students (where applicable)
- Partial reimbursement of Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for international students (where applicable)
- Duration: up to 3 years full-time for PhD, up to 2 years full-time for Master by Research
Application Process:
- Apply for admission into an ECU research degree program
- Secure supervisor support
- Submit scholarship application via ECU’s official online portal
- Include required documents:
– Proof of admission
– Supervisor endorsement
– Research proposal
Important Dates:
- Application opens: September 3, 2025
- Deadline: October 16, 2025 (11:59 pm AWST)
Research Areas: ECU offers research opportunities in various fields, including:
- Arts and Humanities: AI in digital user experience, neuroplasticity, and mental health
- Business and Law: Various research topics
- Science: Marine ecosystem modelling, climate resilience, and secure CubeSat communications
- Nursing and Midwifery: Complementary therapies, child-centred study design, and post-stroke depression care
For more information and to apply, visit the ECU HDR Scholarship webpage.
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