Graduate Research Excellence Scholarship (GRES) 2026

The Graduate Research Excellence Scholarship (GRES) is a graduate research funding scheme offered by Monash University Malaysia. Based on recent project postings, it is used to support research candidates across a wide range of disciplines at the university, especially for PhD projects and some research master's opportunities.

GRES-supported projects at Monash University Malaysia span health, biomedical science, biotechnology, engineering, environmental research, data science, statistics, materials, and related interdisciplinary areas. In the reference postings, the scholarship is attached to specific supervised research projects and is typically open to students worldwide, making it relevant to both domestic and international applicants.

Funding in the postings consistently includes a full tuition fee waiver. At least one posting also explicitly states that GRES provides a monthly stipend for up to 3 years 6 months, so the overall package can include both tuition support and living-cost support depending on the project. Applicants should therefore read the individual project advertisement carefully to confirm the exact benefits attached to that opportunity.

Eligibility commonly requires a minimum academic qualification of First Class Honours (H1) or an equivalent qualification recognised by Monash University Malaysia, along with meeting the university's English language requirements. Most projects also expect an academic background relevant to the proposed research topic, and some may request evidence of research experience, quantitative skills, laboratory training, or fit with the supervisor's area.

Applications are generally made by applying to a specific advertised research project or by contacting the listed supervisor for fit assessment before formal admission and scholarship processing. Since deadlines vary by project, candidates should monitor individual opportunities closely and prepare academic transcripts, CV, and supporting documents early.