Edith Cowan University Scholarships 2025-2026 (Fully Funded)

Great news for international researchers! Applications are now open for the Edith Cowan University (ECU) Scholarship, a fully funded opportunity for PhD students. In this article, we explain the scholarship benefits, eligibility criteria, and step-by-step application process.

The Edith Cowan University Scholarships 2025-2026 are fully funded PhD scholarships for international students. These scholarships provide an annual stipend of $35,000, a relocation allowance, and Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).

These competitive awards are designed to support high-achieving postgraduate research students demonstrating strong academic merit and research potential. The scholarships enable recipients to pursue higher degrees at ECU in a supportive research environment.

ECU’s research is globally recognized for tackling real-world challenges across social, economic, environmental, and health-related fields. The university is committed to advancing innovation that improves lives in Australia and around the world.

Scholarship Summary

• Level of Study: PhD

• Institution: Edith Cowan University

• Study Location: Australia

• Focus Areas: Various disciplines (see official list)

• Program Duration: Up to 3 years full-time (PhD or Integrated PhD)

• Deadline: September 8 – October 18

Courses Offered

• Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies

• Architecture and Building

• Creative Arts

• Management and Commerce

• Engineering and Related Technologies

• Education

• Health

• Information Technology

• Natural and Physical Sciences

• Society and Culture

Scholarship Coverage

ECU Higher Degree by Research Scholarship at Edith Cowan University provides

• Tuition fee sponsorship

• A stipend of $35,000 per annum to be paid fortnightly via electronic funds transfer

• A relocation allowance (where applicable)

• Overseas Students Health Cover (where applicable)

Eligibility Criteria for Edith Cowan University Scholarship

To qualify for Edith Cowan University Scholarship, candidate must fulfill all of the following requirements below:

• Required Language: English

• Eligible Countries: All World Countries

• Have been made an unconditional offer of place in an ECU higher degree by PhD or Integrated PhD research course*

• Be able to commence your studies on-campus by 1 October.

You are not eligible to apply for this scholarship if any of the below apply:

• You have completed an Australian Research Doctorate Degree or equivalent.

• You have been in receipt of an Australian Agency for International Development (AusAID) or an Australia Award scholarship within the last two years.

• If your commencement date for the Doctor of Philosophy is after 09/05.

• If your commencement period for Masters by Research is after Semester 1.

How to Apply for Edith Cowan University Scholarship?

Please follow the following  instructions to avail Edith Cowan University Scholarship:

1. Choose you program from here.

2. Create your account from here, login to your account, click on start a course application, fill in the application and submit it.

3. All applicants are recommended to include the following supporting documents:

   • All relevant academic transcripts, award certificates, and professional experience.

   • Evidence of Academic English Competence.

   • Copy of passport.

   • Resume / CV.

   • Recommendation letter

   • Personal statement

4. Login to your account, click on start a scholarship application, fill in the application and submit it.

Note:

• If you have submitted an application for course entry and have not yet been issued an offer, or you are currently enrolled in a Bachelor Honours Degree, a Master’s Degree or Integrated PhD you can apply for this scholarship and your application will be assessed conditional on achieving the minimum requirements.

• You can know more about the terms and condition of the scholarship by clicking here.

Website

To know more about Edith Cowan University Scholarship, please visit the official website:

Official Website