Monash University 2025 Maxwell King Scholarship for International Students

The Maxwell King Scholarship (MKS) is named after Professor Maxwell King, who has made an outstanding contribution to graduate research at Monash University, including eight years as Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research and Research Training).

This prestigious scholarship is available to help support a student undertaking a PhD with living costs whilst studying at Monash.

• Table of Content
• About Monash University
• Monash University PhD Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of Monash University PhD Scholarship
• Requirements for Monash University PhD Scholarship Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for Monash University PhD Scholarship
• Documents Required for Application
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Monash University

Monash University take great pride in their vibrant international community. With 12 campuses and teaching locations across 4 continents, they are one of the Australia's largest universities. As an international student, you can look forward to a truly international experience. Wherever you came from - far or near, Monash university welcome you and invite you to explore it's offerings in your own language.... read more ... continue reading

Monash University PhD Scholarship

Aim and Benefits of Monash University PhD Scholarship

The MKS provides:

• A living allowance (stipend);  $50,291.
• A research allowance; $1,500.
• A relocation allowance, if eligible  $2000.

Requirements for Monash University PhD Scholarship Qualification

You must be one of the following:

• An Australian citizen
• A New Zealand citizen
• Australian permanent resident
• Australian humanitarian visa holder
• An International student

You must meet the following criteria:

• Have submitted a scholarship application in the current year;
• Meet Monash's competitive scholarship selection process requirements; and
• Meet Monash English language proficiency requirements.

This scholarship is also available to students undertaking Joint Research Awards when Monash University is the home institution.

Interview date, Process and Venue for Monash University PhD Scholarship

Monash scholarships are very competitive and are awarded based on your academic record, any research outputs and prior research experience.

If successful in receiving a MKS, please note that the standard terms and conditions as outlined in the RTP Scholarship Procedures apply, with the exceptions outlined in the eligibility criteria above.

Documents Required for Application

• Academic curriculum vitae.
• Official academic transcripts, degree certificate or testamur from awarding institution (including an explanation of the grading schema).
• Proof of citizenship.
• Proof of meeting the English language proficiency requirements.
• Invitation to Apply.
• Research proposal

Application Deadline

How to Apply

Application for graduate research scholarships is done at the time of applying for your course, unless you are already enrolled.  A single application is used for both admission and scholarship. You do not need to specify which scholarship you are applying as you are automatically considered for all graduate research scholarships (where eligible).

Note: This prestigious scholarship is awarded in the 31 October scholarship round only. Eligible applicants from Rounds 1 through to 4 (of the same year) will automatically be considered for nomination by the relevant faculty.

Many scholarships can have different application processes. Make sure to read the application details carefully and submit your application by the deadline.

If you are a new applicant, you must have obtained an invitation to apply from the relevant faculty before starting your application.

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