Funding & benefits
Those awarded with a RTP Stipend Scholarship will automatically be awarded this scholarship
Eligible programmes & fields
ScholarshipFrontier is continuing to check the provider’s official programme information. The verified fields above can still be used for an initial subject-fit check; confirm the final eligible degree on the official source before applying.
About the scholarship
University of Sydney RTP stipend and fee-offset scholarships for international higher-degree-by-research students.
Depending on the award tier or route, verified benefits include Full tuition coverage, AUD 44,293 / annual 2027 rate stipend. The opportunity currently maps to study areas including Eligible higher degree by research fields. Use the programme and eligibility sections below to decide whether the opportunity matches your academic background before opening the official application portal.
Key dates
Eligibility requirements
- Commencing or enrolled in a higher degree by research
- Apply for admission and submit all required documentation for admission to a higher degree by research through Sydney Courses by the deadlines outlined in the 'Application and award timeline' table – these differ for domestic students and international students.
- Be currently enrolled in a higher degree by research.
- Must be commencing or enrolled in an eligible higher degree by research and meet competitive scholarship requirements.
- Must meet University of Sydney HDR admission language requirements.
- International higher-degree-by-research applicants and students may be eligible under University of Sydney RTP rules.
Should you apply?
Likely a good fit if
- You are looking for Master's by research or PhD / Doctoral funding.
- Your intended study area is related to Eligible higher degree by research fields.
- Your citizenship / nationality satisfies the stated applicant rule.
- Your prior academic background meets the stated degree requirement.
- You can satisfy the stated English-language requirement.
- You want a fully funded route rather than tuition-only support.
- You are prepared to study in Australia.
Review carefully if
- Applicants who do not hold the required prior degree/background may not be eligible.
- Applicants who cannot meet the stated language requirement should review the official waiver/rule carefully.
This is a factual screening summary based on the verified eligibility information above; the awarding institution makes the final eligibility decision.
Application process
Official sources & verification
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Official sources last checked: 17 Aug 2026