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Curtin is now accepting applications for 2026 RTP Scholarships.
Whether you’re passionate about solving global challenges, innovating within your profession or building deep expertise in your discipline, a Higher Degree by Research project gives you the chance to explore your interests at the highest level.
To be eligible for a RTP Scholarship, you can:
- Apply for an existing approved HDR project or;
- Propose a new research project of your own
Applications close: 18 August 2025
Learn more and apply on the RTP Scholarships webpage.

“I really enjoyed the challenge of investigating something new and applying the skills I’ve learned through my PhD.”
Melissa Papini – HDR Industry Internship at the The Sherpah Clinic