The Sir James McNeill Postgraduate Research Scholarship (SJMN) 2026 is a prestigious fully funded scholarship offered by Monash University in Australia. Established in memory of Sir James McNeill, the scholarship supports outstanding graduate research students whose research is both environmentally responsible and socially beneficial. The award provides financial assistance to help students pursue Master’s by Research or PhD studies at Monash University.
Scholarship Summary
Host Country: Australia
University: Monash University
Scholarship Name: Sir James McNeill Postgraduate Research Scholarship (SJMN)
Degree Level: Master’s by Research and PhD
Scholarship Coverage: Fully Funded
Eligible Nationalities: All Nationalities
Application Mode: Online
Application Deadline: October 31, 2026
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants will receive:
Annual living stipend of AUD $53,608
Research allowance
Relocation allowance (where applicable)
Access to world-class research facilities
Academic supervision from leading researchers
Opportunity to study at one of Australia’s top universities
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
Be domestic or international students
Apply for or be enrolled in a graduate research program at Monash University
Undertake research that is environmentally responsible and socially beneficial
Meet Monash University’s scholarship selection requirements
Satisfy English language proficiency requirements
Demonstrate outstanding academic and research potential
Required Documents
Applicants may need to submit:
Academic transcripts and certificates
Research proposal
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Proof of English language proficiency
Recommendation letters
Passport or identification documents
Any additional documents required by the faculty
Selection Criteria
Scholarship recipients are selected based on:
Academic excellence
Research experience and achievements
Research outputs and publications
Quality and impact of the proposed research project
Alignment with environmental and social benefit objectives
Why Study at Monash University?
Monash University is one of Australia’s leading research institutions, recognized globally for innovation, academic excellence, and impactful research. Students benefit from state-of-the-art facilities, international collaborations, and a vibrant academic community.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must apply for admission to an eligible graduate research program and submit a scholarship application through the Monash University Graduate Research portal.