Good news! International Scholarships at University of Sydney is presently open. International Scholarships at University of Sydney is a fully funded masters and PhD scholarship for foreign scholars. It cover tuition fees and living stipend.
Deadline: Admissions Deadline (Open all year round)
Level of Study: Masters/PhD
Institution(s): University of Sydney
Study in: Australia
Beware that it may take up to four months from submission of your application to getting an email on the status of Admission. To be selected for the scholarship, an application for admission to your research degree must be submitted.
The goal of is to attract top quality international postgraduate scholars to embark on research projects which will improve the University’s research activities.
Courses Offered:
Any of University of Sydney Courses are offered.
Program Period:
Two to four years depending on the course taken.
Benefits of International Scholarships at University of Sydney
International Scholarships at University of Sydney will cover tuition fees and living stipend for up to three years with a possibility of one semester’s extension for PhD students.
- $40,000 payable for one year in two equal installments.
- $20,000 payable for one year in two equal installments.
- $10,000 payable for one semester.
- $5,000 payable for one semester.
Eligibility for International Scholarships at University of Sydney
To be qualified for the International Scholarships at University of Sydney, you must:
- Required Language: English.
- Eligible Countries: All world countries.
- Be a student undertaking study in a subject area identified by the University as within the areas of its current and emerging research strengths.
- Not have held an Australia Award scholarship within two years before commencing the RTP Fee Scholarship.
- Be a foreign scholar beginning full time enrollment in a Higher Degree by Research (HDR) at this University. Students may also be considered up until they have consumed a maximum of six months of course candidature.
- Not previously have received an RTP Fee Scholarship, unless the previous scholarship was for a Master by Research degree that you have finished and you are now applying for a doctorate research degree.
- Not have a research qualification regarded to be equivalent to an Australian Research Doctorate degree, or, if undertaking a Research Master’s degree, not hold a research qualification regarded to be equivalent to or higher than an Australian Research Master’s degree.
- Not have prior considered for the scholarship up to 3 times within the last 5 years.
- Not be getting a scholarship for which course tuition is a component under any other scholarship scheme to which the Australian Government makes a substantial contribution.
International Scholarships at University of Sydney – How to Apply
Please follow the following application instructions to win International Scholarships at University of Sydney:
(1) Choose a degree and check your eligibility:
Admission is highly competitive. Start by reviewing the types of degrees we offer and check the eligibility requirements for the research degree you would like to apply for.
(2) Develop your research ideas:
Carefully consider the subject of your research and find out if your interests align with any academic members of staff.
(3) Find a supervisor:
- Candidate will need a staff member whose academic interests align with theirs and who has agreed to mentor you for the duration of your course. Finding the right supervisor is just as critical as selecting a research topic.
- Use the Research Supervisor Connect database to search for current research supervisors and research projects. Use the “Contact Research Expert” button on the project page to submit an inquiry to a supervisor. It’s important for them to understand:
- your academic background and research experience
- the topic you would like to research
- why you would like them to supervise your project
- how your proposed research project aligns with their background and experience.
- To help support your research enquiry, you should include the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae.
- Academic transcript for all your completed degrees.
- An initial research proposal. In no more than 2000 words demonstrate how your research experience aligns with the supervisor’s and why you’re interested in this opportunity. You’ll need to tailor your research proposal to each opportunity you enquire about. Refer to our Research Proposal Guidelines.
(4) Submit your application
(5) Assessment of your application
- We will assess your application and advise you of one of the following outcomes.
- Acceptance to the program (an unconditional offer).
- A conditional offer. For example, if you don’t have all your academic results or if you didn’t meet the English language requirements, we may make you a conditional offer.
- An alternative offer. For example, if the faculty you’d applied to can’t offer a doctorate level, we may give you an alternative offer.
- We will not make any offers if you haven’t supplied sufficient documentation
- English proficiency: If English isn’t your first language, you’ll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can enroll at the University of Sydney. Please check the full details for the English-language requirements for admission.