Description
Bond University is inviting high-achieving domestic and international research candidates to apply for its Higher Degree Research (HDR) Scholarships 2026. These fully funded doctoral opportunities allow scholars to undertake advanced research in Australia across various academic disciplines while receiving complete financial backing.
Scholarship Benefits
Selected candidates receive financial coverage designed to support both educational fees and day-to-day living costs throughout their doctoral program:
- 100% Tuition Fee Waiver: Full coverage of tuition fees for up to 4 years.
- Living Allowance: An annual stipend of AUD 34,315 (indexed annually) provided for up to 3 years.
- Global Access: Open to both Australian domestic candidates and international applicants.
Available Scholarships
Bond University allocates research funding through three primary competitive scholarship streams:
- Bond University Postgraduate Research Scholarship (BUPRS): Awarded by the university to top-performing doctoral applicants based on academic merit and research potential.
- Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship: Funded by the Australian Government to support research candidates with living stipends and fee offsets.
- HDR Indigenous Scholarship: Dedicated funding supporting eligible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates pursuing higher degree research.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must satisfy the following university entry and funding conditions to be considered for an award:
- Admission Offer: Must hold a valid Letter of Offer for admission into an eligible doctoral research degree (PhD or Professional Doctorate of Occupational Therapy) at Bond University.
- Study Load: Must be enrolled or planning to enroll as a full-time research student.
- Reapplication Policy: Candidates who applied previously and were unsuccessful are permitted to reapply only once if their circumstances have changed.
- Funding Exclusions: Must not be receiving an equivalent award or scholarship from the Australian Government intended to offset HDR fees.
Required Documents
To ensure a complete scholarship evaluation, candidates must submit the following materials alongside their application:
- Research Project Proposal outlining the intended focus and scope of study.
- Official Academic Transcripts showing previous degree results, evidence of completion, and grading system details.
- Updated CV highlighting academic achievements, work history, research publications, and conference presentations.
- Two Referee Reports or contact details for academic evaluation.
- Award Certificates or prize documentation (if applicable).
Application Process
Candidates must secure university admission before applying for scholarship funding:
- Obtain Admission Offer: Submit an application for an eligible doctoral research program at Bond University and receive an official Letter of Offer.
- Prepare Required Documents: Gather your research proposal, transcripts, referee information, and updated resume.
- Submit Scholarship Application: Complete and submit the online HDR scholarship form via the Bond University portal while the application window is open.
Application Deadline
- Applications Open: 1 August 2026
- Application Deadline: 30 September 2026
