The University of Sydney International Scholarship offers financial support for international postgraduate students pursuing research degrees. Valued up to $143,881, this scholarship provides a stipend to assist with living costs, making it an excellent opportunity for outstanding international students.
Scholarship Overview:
- Value: Up to $40,109 per annum for 2024.
- Purpose: Covers living expenses and tuition fees for international students.
- Eligibility: Open to both new and current international students enrolled in a Master’s by Research or PhD program at the University of Sydney with a strong academic and research track record.
Application and Timeline:
For new students, the scholarship application is integrated with the course application. Existing HDR (Higher Degree by Research) students must submit a separate application by the relevant submission deadlines. Below are the key submission dates for research periods:
| Research Periods | Submission Deadline | Offer Date |
|---|---|---|
| Period 1 & 2, 2024 | 15 September 2023 | 24 November 2023 |
| Period 3 & 4, 2024 | 21 December 2023 | 23 February 2024 |
| Period 1 & 2, 2025 | 13 September 2024 | 22 November 2024 |
| Period 3 & 4, 2025 | 17 December 2024 | February 2025 (Estimate) |
Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be an international student (new or currently enrolled).
- Must have a high academic standing and research potential.
- Applicants should either have an unconditional offer of admission or already be enrolled in a relevant research degree (Master’s by Research or PhD).
Benefits:
- Stipend: $40,109 per year (2024 rate), indexed annually.
- Tuition Fees: Full tuition fee coverage based on the research period.
Key Terms and Conditions:
- Scholarship recipients must be enrolled full-time, but part-time study may be permitted under special circumstances.
- The scholarship is generally available for up to 14 research periods (for PhD candidates) and up to 7 periods (for Master’s candidates).
- It is not transferrable to other universities and cannot be deferred to the next calendar year.
- Additional leave benefits such as paid sick leave and parental leave are available after 12 months of tenure.
Selection Criteria:
The scholarship is awarded based on academic merit, research experience, the availability of resources, and strong supervisory arrangements. Preference is given to applicants who have not previously completed an HDR course at the same level or received a scholarship for similar studies.
For more detailed guidelines and to apply, visit the University of Sydney’s Scholarships Office page.
