University of Sydney Scholarship 2027 for Research Master’s and PhD Programs with Full Funding
By: The University of SydneyLast update:
Applicant criteria
NationalityNo specific nationality required
Age
- No specific age required
Gender
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Job locationAustralia
Deadline2026-09-11
Opportunity description
The University of Sydney in Australia offers the Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship for international students who wish to pursue postgraduate research programs, such as a research master’s degree or a PhD.
The scholarship aims to support outstanding research students from around the world by providing funding that helps them focus on academic research and contribute to their scientific fields at one of Australia’s leading universities.
Benefits
- An annual stipend of AUD 42,754, according to the 2026 general rate.
- Full coverage of tuition fees at 100% for up to 14 research periods.
- Coverage of Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for international students.
- A relocation allowance to help cover travel or moving costs.
- A special allowance for thesis preparation and submission.
- Financial support for international students who are accepted into or enrolled in postgraduate research programs.
- The possibility of receiving equivalent university scholarships, such as the University of Sydney International Stipend Scholarship (USYDIS).
Eligibility criteria
- Applicants may apply if they meet the following requirements:
- Applicants must be international students.
- Applicants must be applying for admission to, or currently enrolled in, a postgraduate research program at the University of Sydney.
- Applicants must have a strong academic record and suitable research experience or research potential.
- Applicants must submit an application for admission to an eligible research program at the university.
- Applicants must submit the scholarship application by the specified deadline.
- Candidates are selected competitively based on academic and research merit.
Application Deadlines
Deadlines vary depending on the research study commencement period:
- For commencement in Research Period 1 and Research Period 2 in 2027: the application deadline is September 11, 2026.
- For commencement in Research Period 3 and Research Period 4 in 2027: the application deadline is December 18, 2026.
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