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University of Wollongong Australia University Postgraduate Award (UPA) 2025
This scholarship opportunity is being sponsored by the University of Wollongong (UOW) to support outstanding research students from both Australia and around the world to pursue higher degrees by research at one of Australia’s top-ranked research-intensive universities.
The opportunity is therefore open to domestic and international students to undertake a Master of Philosophy (MPhil) or Doctoral (PhD) program across a broad range of disciplines at UOW. See some application tips at the end of the post
Scholarship Overview
- Scholarship type: Full tuition fee cover (through separate RTP/University provisions)
- Stipend value: Living allowance of AUD $35,522 per year (2025 rate, tax-free and indexed annually).
- Other supports: Access to state-of-the-art research facilities, expert supervision, and professional development resources.
- Health insurance: Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for international students (varies by offer).
- Study Level: Masters (MPhil) / PhD by Research
- Study Course: Open to all study areas offered at UOW
- Citizen type: Domestic and International students
- Number of positions: Varies by faculty and funding availability
- Duration: Up to 2 years for MPhil; up to 3.5 years for PhD
- Deadline:
International students: 23 May 2025
Domestic students: 3 October 2025
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants are expected to:
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Be a domestic or international student
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Be commencing or currently enrolled in a PhD or MPhil at the University of Wollongong
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Meet the University’s admission and English language requirements
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Have strong academic performance in relevant previous studies
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Submit a complete and competitive research proposal
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Not be receiving an equivalent award or scholarship offering similar benefits
Eligible Countries: All nationalities are eligible
Eligible Course or Study Program: All HDR programs offered across UOW faculties
Selection Criteria
The selection for this scholarship will be competitive and based on:
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Academic excellence and previous qualifications (e.g., GPA, class rank)
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Research potential and originality of the proposal
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Relevance of proposed research to UOW’s areas of strength
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Prior research experience or achievements (e.g., publications, awards)
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Professional or industry experience related to the research area
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Strong letters of recommendation from academic referees
How to Apply
Step-by-step application process:
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Visit the UOW Apply Online portal: apply.uow.edu.au
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Select your preferred research degree (PhD or MPhil)
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During the application, indicate your interest in the University Postgraduate Award (UPA)
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Upload all required documents including:
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Submit your application before the relevant deadline
Who to Contact
Graduate Research School
University of Wollongong, Australia
Email: graduate-research-school@uow.edu.au
Website: www.uow.edu.au/research
Visit the University Website to apply and for further details on this opportunity
Pro tips for research scholarship applications
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