Great news for aspiring researchers! Applications are now open for the Sir James McNeill Postgraduate Research Scholarship (SJMN) at Monash University. In this article, we cover the scholarship’s benefits, eligibility requirements, and the complete step-by-step application process.
The Sir James McNeill Postgraduate Research Scholarship 2025-2026 is a fully funded master’s and PhD research scholarship for international students. It provides an annual living allowance of $52,352, a relocation allowance of $2,000, and a research allowance of $1,500 per year.
Funded by a private trust, the scholarship was established in memory of the late Sir James McNeill, who had a long association with Monash University. It is awarded for research projects that are environmentally responsible and socially beneficial, supporting students with living costs while they complete their studies.
Monash University, a top public research institution in Melbourne, Australia, was founded in 1958 and is the second-oldest university in Victoria. It has multiple campuses in Australia, as well as international locations in Malaysia, Italy, India, China, and South Africa.
Scholarship Summary
Level of Study: Master’s, PhD
Institution: Monash University
Study Location: Australia
Eligible Fields: Arts (School of Music only), Engineering, Medicine, Nursing, Health Sciences, Science
Program Duration: Normal course duration
Deadline: October 31 (annual)
Scholarship Coverage
Sir James McNeill Postgraduate Research Scholarship will provide
Annual living allowance: $52,352.
Relocation allowance: $2,000.
Research allowance per annum: $1,500.
Eligibility Criteria for Sir James McNeill Postgraduate Research Scholarship
To be eligible for Sir James McNeill Postgraduate Research Scholarship, candidates must fulfill following requirements:
Required Language: English.
English Language Test requirements for General: (6.5) overall (no band less than 6.0) in IELTS, and (79 +) Reading 13, Listening 12, Speaking 18 & Writing 21 in TOEFL.
English Language Test requirements for Arts, Business and Economics: (7) overall (no band less than 6.5) in IELTS, and (94 +) Reading 19, Listening 20, Speaking 20 & Writing 24 TOEFL.
Eligible Countries: All world countries
An International student.
A New Zealand citizen.
An Australian citizen.
Australian permanent resident.
Australian humanitarian visa holder.
Check the qualifications for admission to research master’s according to field of study: from here.
Have qualifications which in the opinion of GRC are deemed equivalent.
Scholarships are awarded based on an applicant’s academic record, research output and prior research experience.
Have not previously held an Australian Government or Monash-funded Postgraduate Research Award for more than six months.
Have submitted a scholarship application in the current year.
Be undertaking research that is both environmentally responsible and socially beneficial.
How to Apply for Sir James McNeill Postgraduate Research Scholarship?
Please follow the following application instructions to apply for Sir James McNeill Postgraduate Research Scholarship:
You need to receive an invitation to apply, before you apply. To receive one, you’ll need to complete an expression of interest and/or find a supervisor who agrees to supervise your research. This depends on the faculty/institute.
Register for Graduate Research Admission and Scholarship, by click on “Apply Now“.
All sections of online application are explained here.
Indicate that you wish to be considered for a scholarship on the application form. There is no need to fill out a separate application form.
You do not need to specify which scholarship you are applying as you are automatically considered for all graduate research scholarships (where eligible).
Required Documents:
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.
Should no pre-existing relationship with a Museums Victoria Curator exist, please contact Mr. Timothy Stranks (Museums Victoria) by email (tstranks@museum.vic.gov.au).
Website
To apply and know more about Sir James McNeill Postgraduate Research Scholarship, please visit the official website:
