Selection criteria:The scholarship is offered to the candidate(s) ranked highest by the selection panel based on the quality of their application, faculty scholarship score, and, if shortlisted, performance at interview.
Application requirement details:You must submit an application and include:Personal statement addressing the purpose of your research and career aspirationsResearch proposalCurriculum vitaeAcademic transcriptsAcademic and/or Employer refereesShortlisted applicants may be required to attend an interview.
Study level you are applying for:Postgraduate, Doctorate
The John McIlwraith Scholarship was established with a gift from John McIlwraith Smith and is awarded to graduate researchers enrolled in graduate research in the discipline of construction, including building construction, construction practice or construction management.
The scholarship provides:
A fortnightly stipend of $39,500 per year (2026 pro-rata rate) for up to 3.5 years. The stipend may be indexed annually and includes limited paid sick, parenting and partner leave.
A one-off relocation grant of $2,000 for students moving from States or Territories other than Victoria or $3,000 for students moving from outside Australia.
A Visa length Overseas Student Health Cover (single membership) for students who require a student visa to study in Australia.
Eligibility
To be considered for this scholarship, you must have applied for and met the entry requirements for a graduate research degree in the Faculty of Architecture, Construction and Planning in the field of construction.
