2026 Funding

Program Stream Study Load Funding and Support
Industry Linked Full-time 1. Eligible PhD Candidate will receive a stipend top-up for up to four years: 
- $10,000 minimum per annum from Industry Partner
- $7,135 per annum from the Australian Government
2. Participating University will receive $11,892 per annum for up to four years, for each candidate
Industry Linked Part-time

1. Eligible PhD Candidate will receive a stipend top-up for up to eight years:
- $5,000 minimum per annum from Industry Partner
- $3,567 per annum from the Australian Government
2. Participating University will receive $5,945 per annum for up to four years, for each candidate
Industry Researcher Full-time 1. Eligible PhD Candidate will retain their full salary and benefits while undertaking PhD study for up to four years
2. Industry Partner will receive a subsidy of $47,572 per annum for up to four years, for each candidate
3. Participating University will receive $11,892 per annum for up to four years, for each candidate
Industry Researcher Part-time

1. Eligible PhD Candidate will retain their full salary and benefits while undertaking PhD study for up to eight years
2. Industry Partner will receive a subsidy of $23,785 per annum for up to eight years, for each candidate
3. Participating University will receive $5,945 per annum for up to eight years, for each candidate