Monash University Maxwell King Scholarship 2025 in Australia (Valued at $50,291)
Monash University heralds the commencement of applications for the distinguished Maxwell King PhD Scholarship (MKS) 2025. Bearing the name of Professor Maxwell King, a towering figure in postgraduate research at Monash, this fellowship extends far beyond ordinary financial aid—it offers a comprehensive lifeline for research aspirants. Worth an impressive $50,291 annually, the scholarship encompasses a living stipend, targeted research allowances, and relocation support, freeing scholars from fiscal encumbrances so they may wholly immerse themselves in intellectual exploration.
Details:
- Partial Funding
- Monash University
- PhD
- International Students
- Australia
The MKS is inclusive in spirit and scope—welcoming international students, citizens of Australia and New Zealand, permanent residents, and holders of humanitarian visas. Only two recipients are chosen each year, one from Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS) and the other from Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines, making this award a rare gem in academia’s crown.
Degree of Study
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Fields of Inquiry
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Humanities
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Social Sciences
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Science
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Technology
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Engineering
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Mathematics
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STEM specialisms
Scholarship Endowments
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Living Endowment: A dependable stipend disbursed across the year, shielding scholars from everyday financial strain.
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Research Allocation: Resources earmarked for scholarly pursuits—covering instruments, travel, and project costs.
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Relocation Provision: A cushion for those uprooting themselves to settle in Melbourne for their intellectual odyssey.
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Aggregate Value: $50,291 per annum (2024 benchmark).
Eligibility Spectrum
The MKS fellowship is open to:
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Nationals of Australia and New Zealand
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Permanent residents of Australia
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Bearers of Australian humanitarian visas
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Global aspirants from any nation
Entry Thresholds
Applicants must:
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Lodge a scholarship application within the current cycle.
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Surpass Monash’s stringent selection protocols.
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Evidence English language mastery in line with Monash’s regulations.
Application Ritual
To chart the path toward this laurel, candidates must:
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Assemble Documentation: Secure academic records, English proficiency certificates, and, where relevant, samples of published research.
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Submit Online: Applications close 31 October annually.
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Faculty Invitation for New Entrants: Those entering Monash afresh must first obtain a formal invitation from the faculty whose research domain aligns with their intended doctoral pursuit. This step is indispensable before the official submission.
Closing Thought
The Maxwell King PhD Scholarship does more than alleviate financial stress; it elevates scholars into a sphere of unhindered discovery. For those who dare to chase inquiry at its deepest layers, this fellowship stands as both patron and gateway. With applications soon to lapse, aspirants should seize this moment before it recedes into the calendar’s shadows.
Announced: 26 August 2025
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