The Raydon Graduate Research Scholarship 2026 at Monash University support outstanding research students who are conducting doctoral (PhD) research in humanities and social sciences areas that focus on social justice, inclusion, human rights, sustainability, the environment, or social policy for the betterment of society. These prestigious scholarships provide additional living support on top of the standard research stipend so scholars can focus fully on their research without financial worry.
About the Raydon Graduate Research Scholarship
Monash University offers the Raydon Graduate Research Scholarships as top‑up awards that supplement existing research scholarships such as the Research Training Program (RTP) stipend or a Monash Graduate Scholarship. The scholarships are made possible through philanthropic support from the Narodowski Investment Trust and honour a legacy of supporting research that promotes social good.
Each year, Monash awards six Raydon Scholarships to research students whose work aligns with core themes such as social justice, social inclusion, human rights, sustainability, or environmental and social policy. These scholarships help students meet living expenses during their PhD studies at a Monash campus in Australia.
Why Choose The Raydon Graduate Research Scholarship?
This scholarship allows graduate research students to pursue meaningful, socially impactful research at a globally recognised research university while receiving significant financial support. Monash University provides world‑class research supervision, access to research facilities, and connections to global academic networks that can elevate the quality and reach of your work.
The Raydon Scholarships not only help cover living costs but also support students who are passionate about producing research that contributes to positive societal outcomes. Scholars benefit from being part of a supportive research community and can focus their energy on generating evidence‑based solutions to pressing social challenges.
Raydon Graduate Research Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Australia
- Host University: Monash University
- Scholarship Name: Raydon Graduate Research Scholarships
- Study Level: Doctoral (PhD)
- Coverage Includes: Top‑up living allowance in addition to a primary research scholarship stipend
- Scholarship Value: Approximately A$23,837 per year (2026 rate) as a stipend top‑up
- Number of Awards: Six scholarships awarded annually
- Application Deadline: 31 October 2026 (Graduate Research Scholarship round)
- Programme Duration: Scholarship duration coincides with the research degree (up to 3 years and 3 months)
- Eligible Research Areas: Social justice, social inclusion, human rights, sustainability, environment, and social policy for the betterment of society
- Eligible Applicants: Domestic and international graduate research students enrolled in eligible research programmes at Monash University
- Selection Basis: Competitive selection based on academic excellence, research potential, and alignment with eligible scholarship themes
Scholarship Benefits
The Raydon Graduate Research Scholarships offer the following key benefits:
- Additional annual living allowance that tops up the main research stipend (e.g., RTP or Monash Graduate Scholarship)
- Enables scholars to focus on their research outcomes without heavy financial stress
- Supports research that tackles social, environmental, and policy challenges
- Links recipients to a community of researchers working on impactful humanities and social sciences topics
- Enhances the student’s academic profile and future research or professional opportunities due to the prestige of the award
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Raydon Graduate Research Scholarships, applicants must:
- Be enrolled in or applying for a PhD degree at Monash University
- Undertake research in eligible study areas, such as social justice, social inclusion, human rights, sustainability, environment, or social policy
- Meet Monash University’s competitive scholarship selection requirements, including academic excellence and research potential
- Meet Monash’s English language proficiency requirements for the research study
- Submit your graduate research scholarship application through the Monash myApp Portal by the scholarship round deadline (usually 31 October)
Monash automatically considers eligible applicants for the Raydon Scholarships when they apply for graduate research scholarships in the relevant round.
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare and submit the following documents as part of their graduate research application:
- Completed graduate research admission application through the Monash myApp Portal
- Detailed research proposal outlining the project and its relevance to eligible themes
- Academic transcripts from previous degree(s)
- Evidence of English language proficiency (if required)
- Contact details for referees who can support your research capabilities
- Any additional supporting documents requested by Monash for scholarship assessment
There is no separate scholarship form specifically for the Raydon Scholarships; Monash considers all eligible candidates automatically as part of the graduate research scholarship process.
Application Process & Timeline
Follow these steps to apply for the scholarship:
- Choose a PhD degree programme at Monash University that aligns with your research interests.
- Prepare your research proposal and academic documents required for admission.
- Submit your graduate research admission and scholarship application through the Monash myApp Portal before the deadline.
- Monash will automatically assess your eligibility for the Raydon Scholarships along with other graduate research scholarships.
- If selected, Monash will issue an offer letter including the scholarship.
- Accept the scholarship and your programme offer, and prepare for research enrolment, visa arrangements, and study commencement in Australia.
