Postgraduate Research Scholarships

Available Scholarships

• 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.

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Applying for admission into a research degree

Application for admission into a postgraduate research degree is separate to applying for a research scholarship. To apply for a postgraduate research degree at the University of Sydney, go to the Future Students site.

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

Scholarships available to international research students are administered by the International Office and include the IPRS and USydIS. For further information please refer to Scholarships for International Students or contact the International Office.