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Scholarships

We have a large number of scholarships available for research students. These include:

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  • APA/UPA: recurring University-wide research scholarships for local students which are usually offered twice a year.
  • Medical scholarships: recurring scholarships usually offered at least once each year. Closing dates vary.
  • Current research scholarships: one-off scholarships often linked to specific research projects or awards funded by external organisations. Access the Research Scholarships Database and subscribe to the Weekly Research Scholarships Email Bulletin.
  • Specific research awards: scholarships offered in specific faculties, departments or disciplines.
  • Grants-in-Aid: funding for short period of research overseas.
  • Postgraduate Research Support Scheme: funding for currently enrolled students.
  • Overseas scholarships: University of Sydney Travelling Scholarships, Fulbright Scholarships, Rhodes Scholars, and more.

Applying for admission into a research degree

Application for a postgraduate research degree is separate to applying for a research scholarship. Find out how to apply for a postgraduate research degree at the University of Sydney.

The Research Training Scheme (RTS) provides eligible Higher Degree by Research (HDR) students with an entitlement to be exempt from paying a student contribution. For further information, visit the Research Training Scheme site.

International Students

For information please refer to Scholarships for International Students.

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