Maxwell King PhD Scholarship 2026

The Maxwell King PhD Scholarship is a prestigious doctoral research scholarship offered by Monash University in Australia. It is designed for outstanding PhD applicants undertaking full-time research at a Monash campus in Australia, with a particular focus on projects in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS).

This scholarship is fully funded. Reference postings indicate that it provides a substantial annual living allowance, along with additional research funding support and a relocation allowance for eligible candidates. It is highly competitive and only a small number of awards are made each year.

The programme is open to both domestic and international applicants. Eligible applicants may include Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens, Australian permanent residents, Australian humanitarian visa holders, and international students. To be considered, applicants are generally expected to meet Monash University’s competitive scholarship standards, satisfy English language requirements, and enrol full-time in a PhD programme.

Applicants typically need a strong academic record and demonstrated research potential. A well-prepared research proposal, academic referees, and any relevant publications can strengthen an application. Based on the reference postings, candidates generally apply for admission to a PhD at Monash rather than submitting a separate scholarship application, and eligible applicants may then be considered through the university’s scholarship process.

If you are aiming for a research doctorate in Australia and have an excellent academic and research profile, the Maxwell King PhD Scholarship is one of Monash University’s flagship opportunities to support your studies and research training.