RMIT Research International Tuition Fee Scholarship (RRITFS)

Scholarship Overview

RMIT University‘s RMIT Research International Tuition Fee Scholarship (RRITFS) covers full tuition fees for international students participating in research programs at RMIT University. This prestigious scholarship supports individuals who have achieved groundbreaking research.

Applicable course, university, and country

 

Applicable Course: Graduate Program

University: RMIT University

Country: Australia

 

Scholarship amount details

Tuition Fee Discount

Scholarship amount can be used for:

Type of Expense	Indicates if the scholarship can be used for this type of expense
Application	× Not covered in scholarship
Tuition & Fees	✔Scholarship amount can be used for this
Living Expense	× Not covered in scholarship
Accommodation	× Not covered in scholarship
Air Fare/Travel Expenses	× Not covered in scholarship
Spouse/Child Care	× Not covered in scholarship
Health Cover	× Not covered in scholarship
Others	× Not covered in scholarship

Number of students to be Awarded
Varies

Eligible student nationality

This scholarship is applicable for students from around the world.

Appication Process for this scholarship

 

• Check Eligibility: Ensure you meet the academic and research criteria.
• Apply for a Research Program: Submit an application for a research program at RMIT.
• Scholarship Application: Scholarships are usually considered as part of the admission process. Ensure you indicate interest in being considered for scholarships.

Scholarship Application
This scholarship needs a separate external application.

Scholarship link:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/careers-opportunities/scholarships/research/international-tuition-fee-scholarships

Application Documents

Document	Required/Optional
Official Transcripts	Required

Important Dates & FAQ info

Info	Date
Scholarship Deadline	Not Available
Phone Number	+61 3 9925 2000
Contact email:	Study@RMIT

 

Scholarship Eligibility

 

Scholarships are awarded on the basis of a competitive selection process that ranks applicants according to their academic achievement, research outputs and relevant professional experience.

Priority is given to applicants who:

• Have achieved a high distinction in the final two years of the qualifying program(s). At RMIT a grade of high distinction represents an academic achievement of 80% or higher
• May be considered by RMIT as having an equivalent level of academic attainment, taking into account previous study, relevant work experience, research publications and other research experience
• Are able to take receipt of a scholarship for a minimum 12 months duration on a full-time basis (or part-time equivalent) because of prior enrolment in a graduate research program
• Have not already completed a graduate research program at the same or higher course level. For example, Masters by Research applicants should not have already completed a Masters by Research or PhD
• An applicant must not previously have held an RMIT or Commonwealth-funded postgraduate research scholarship unless it was terminated within six months of the scholarship’s payments commencing
• Are or will to be enrolled and primarily based at an RMIT Australian campus.

International applicants must meet English language requirements by the application closing date to be considered for a scholarship.

Additionally, successful recipients of the VCPS must not have undertaken prior higher degree by research candidature in the last three years.

Part-time applications from local applicants may be approved if applicants are able to demonstrate exceptional circumstances as specified in the Research Scholarship Terms and Conditions. Scholarships provided to candidates enrolled on a part-time basis are not tax exempt.

Scholarship applicants already enrolled in a research degree must have:

• More than 24 months remaining of PhD candidature as at 1 January 2019
• More than 12 months remaining of Master by research candidature as at 1 January 2019.

You will be considered ineligible for a tuition fee scholarship if:

• You are applying for or undertaking a Masters by Research and you already hold a Research Doctorate, Research Masters or an equivalent research qualification
• You are applying for or undertaking a Research Doctorate and you already hold a Research Doctorate or an equivalent research qualification, or
• You have previously held a Commonwealth-funded postgraduate research scholarship unless it was terminated within six months of the scholarship commencement date.

Scholarship Restriction:
No Special Restriction Applicable

Exams Details:

Exam	Required/Optional
UG	Required

 

The rating is done considering various factors

Frequently Asked Questions

The frequently asked questions about the scholarship are:

Who can apply for the Scholarship?
The scholarship is applicable to students from various countries.

What is the minimum Qualification Required?
To qualify for the award, candidates must have completed the 12th grade.

What is the procedure for applying?
Not Mentioned

What are the documents required for filling the forms?
Not Mentioned

What is the duration of the Scholarship?
One Time