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ARC Discovery Project

The ARC Discovery Scheme for 2025 now consists of a two-step process by way of an EOI and invitation to full proposal.

The ARC Discovery Project Grant scheme now runs a two-stage application process, commencing with an Expression of Interest (EOI). Shortlisted applicants will be invited to submit a full application.

ARC Discovery Project scheme provides grant funding to research projects undertaken by individuals or teams. The intended outcome of the Discovery Program is to contribute to the growth of Australia's research and innovation capacity by generating new knowledge and leads to the development of new technologies, products, ideas, job creation, economic growth, and enhanced Australian quality of life.

The objectives of this scheme are to:

  • support excellent pure basic, strategic basic, and applied research, and research training, across all disciplines (excluding clinical or other medical research) that addresses a significant problem or gap in knowledge and represents value for money;
  • expand research capacity in Australia by supporting excellent researchers and teams;
  • foster national and international research collaboration;
  • create new knowledge with economic, commercial, environmental, social, and/or cultural benefits for Australia; and
  • enhance the scale and focus of research in Australian Government priority areas.

The scheme provides funding between $30,000 and $500,000 per year for up to five (5) consecutive years.

EOI - now closed

  • EOI Outcomes were announced on 9 April 2024

Shortlisted EOI applicants invited to submit a full proposal:

  • 11 April 2024 - Full Applications Open
  • 21 May 2024 - RAO Review Date
  • 4 June 2024 - Full Applications Close
  • 7 August to 20 August 2024 - Rejoinders
  • 20 November to 29 November 2024 - Anticipated Announcement

Funding Documents

Resources and Templates

Resources

Templates and Examples

Training/Workshop Information

    ARC hosted a Webinar: “How to Pitch an EOI” to support the introduction of the EOI process for Discovery Projects 25.

    Watch the very informative tips provided by guest speakers, Professors Penny Brothers, Catharine Coleborne and Michael Mintrom here https://youtu.be/gEFrZABjVPQ

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