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🇦🇺 AUD $120,000 in Funding: ACU Vice Chancellor’s Excellence Scholarship 2026

AUD $120,000 in Funding ACU Vice Chancellor’s Excellence Scholarship

Ready to dive into cutting-edge research without financial stress? Australian Catholic University is offering its prestigious Vice Chancellor’s PhD Excellence Scholarship to high-achieving international candidates. This package is valued at more than AUD 120,000—including living stipends, tuition coverage, health insurance, and relocation support.

   
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Why Pursue Your PhD at ACU?

ACU stands out in global rankings for its research quality and scientific impact. You’ll join a top-10 Catholic university worldwide that champions ethical leadership, human dignity, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

  • Ranked 1st in Australia for research quality and scientific impact
  • Globally engaged research in education, health, law, business, theology, and more
  • Supportive, dedicated supervisors and state-of-the-art facilities

Scholarship Highlights

  • Annual stipend of AUD 33,511 (2025 rate), paid for up to 3.5 years (total AUD 117,289)
  • Full tuition fee waiver for 3.5 years
  • Overseas Student Health Cover for the duration of your studies
  • Relocation allowance up to AUD 2,000 to help with your move to Australia

Who Can Apply?

This scholarship is open to fee-paying international students who:

  • Plan to study a Doctor of Philosophy or Doctor of Ministry at ACU
  • Align their research proposal with ACU’s strategic priorities or emerging strengths
  • Submit their application within one of ACU’s eligible faculties
  • Are not already receiving another ACU scholarship

How to Apply

  1. Prepare your research proposal, academic transcripts, CV, and referee reports.
  2. Ensure your topic matches ACU’s Faculty of Education and Arts, Health Sciences, Law and Business, or Theology and Philosophy.
  3. Submit your application by 1 October 2025, 11:59 PM AEST via the ACU portal: https://www.acu.edu.au/research-and-enterprise/graduate-research-school/scholarships/acu-vice-chancellors-phd-excellence-scholarship

Selection is strictly merit-based, so aim for a standout proposal and stellar academic record.

Seize this chance to join a research-intensive community, enjoy financial peace of mind, and foster innovation that shapes society. Applications close soon—start yours today!

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