Sir James McNeill Postgraduate Research Scholarship is a program hosted at Monash University in Australia. It is a fully funded scholarship designed to support international students pursuing master’s and doctoral studies.
Annually, the scholarship which is both environmentally responsible and socially beneficial provides financial aid of up to $52,352 which covers annual living allowance and a relocation allowance of $2,000. There is also a stipend for annual research which is $1,500.
The Sir James McNeill Postgraduate Research Scholarship (SJMN) was established in memory of the late Sir James McNeill, a long-time associate of Monash University. The scheme is funded by a private trust.
Monash University founded in 1958 is a public research university based in Melbourne, Australia. It is among the country’s most prestigious universities, named after prominent World War I general, Sir John Monash.
Tuition Fees
Domestic students at Monash University typically pay lesser tuition fees for academic program. However, ginternational students at the institution are charged around AUD 50,000.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this scholarship, you must:
- Be admitted to a master’s/ PhD program
- Provide evidence of English proficiency
- Not be holding or have held an Australian Government or Monash-funded Postgraduate Research Award for more than six months.
- Be undertaking research that is both environmentally responsible and socially beneficial.
Eligible Courses
- Arts (School of Music only)
- Engineering
- Health Sciences
- Medicine
- Nursing
- Science
Required Documents
- CV/Resume
- Academic transcripts
- Degree certificate or
- Testamur from awarding institution
- Proof of citizenship
- Proof of meeting the English language proficiency requirements
- Invitation to Apply
- Research proposal
Scholarship Benefits
Sir James McNeill Postgraduate Research Scholarship awards financial aid to recipients as outlined below;
- Annual living allowance of $52,352.
- Relocation allowance of $2,000.
- Research allowance of $1,500 (Per annum)
Application Procedure
- Visit application portal
- Register for Graduate Research Admission
- You must first receive an invitation to apply for the scholarship.
- To receive one, you must complete an expression of interest and/or find a supervisor who agrees to supervise your research.
- On the admission application form, indicate that you wish to be considered for a scholarship.
Deadline/Expiration: October 31, 2025
