Apply for the University of Sydney International Scholarships (multiple fully funded MSc/PhD positions)

 

 

About the Position

University of Sydney International Scholarships (multiple fully funded MSc/PhD positions

The University of Sydney International Stipend Scholarship (USYDIS) is a prestigious opportunity funded by the University of Sydney to support outstanding international postgraduate students. This scholarship is designed to assist students pursuing a master's by research or a PhD at one of Australia's leading universities.

The opportunity is open to highly qualified international students who have demonstrated academic excellence and research potential. The scholarship aims to alleviate financial burdens by covering tuition fees and providing a living stipend. See some application tips at the end of the post

 Scholarship overview

• Scholarship type: Full tuition fee cover

• Stipend value: $41,753 per year (2025 rate). The stipend is indexed annually and includes limited paid sick, maternity, and parenting leave.

• Study Level: Masters by Research / PhD

• Study Course: Open to all study areas

• Citizen type: International students

• Number of positions: Not specified

• Duration: Up to 2 years for a master’s by research degree and up to 3.5 years for a PhD

• Deadline: 12 September 2025 (for Research Periods 1 and 2, 2026); 19 December 2025 (for Research Periods 3 and 4, 2026)

Eligibility Criteria 

To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants are expected to:

• Be a commencing or currently enrolled international student at the University of Sydney.

• Have an outstanding academic record and strong research potential.

• Have an unconditional offer of admission or be currently enrolled in a master's by research or PhD at the University of Sydney.

• Meet the University's English language proficiency requirements.

Eligible Countries: All nationalities are eligible for this scholarship.
Eligible Course or Study Program: Any master's by research or PhD program offered by the University of Sydney.

Selection Criteria 

The selection process for this scholarship will be merit-based and consider:

• Academic achievements from previous studies, including GPA, rankings, and honors.

• Research potential and alignment with the University’s research priorities.

• The relevance of the chosen program to the applicant’s academic and professional background.

• Relevant professional experiences and skills.

• Recommendations from academic referees.

• Research skills demonstrated through publications, conference presentations, and projects.

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How to Apply 

To apply, follow these steps:

1. Apply for admission to a master's by research or PhD program at the University of Sydney. Submit all required documentation for admission.

2. Submit the scholarship application form by the relevant deadline:

   • 12 September 2025 (for Research Periods 1 and 2, 2026)

   • 19 December 2025 (for Research Periods 3 and 4, 2026)

3. Applications must be submitted through the Sydney Courses platform.

4. Ensure that all required documents, including academic transcripts, research proposals, and referee reports, are included.

For more details on the application process, visit the official website. 

Who to Contact 

• Official Scholarship Website: University of Sydney Scholarships

• Contact Email: scholarships.office@sydney.edu.au

• University Address: The University of Sydney, NSW 2006, Australia

Visit the University Website to apply and for further details on this scholarship.

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Pro-tips for research scholarship applications

The following are some helpful links to browse through. They include tips and guides on how to successfully apply for research Masters and PhD scholarships and admissions to study in Australia. 

These are just some essential elements that any international student thinking to study abroad must be aware of especially when applying for research degree programs abroad. 

This includes information about :

•  General Masters/PhD scholarship requirements to study in Australia, 
•  How to apply for research Masters/PhD scholarships and admissions,  
•  How to apply successfully to scholarships abroad. 
• Another essential guide that you must look at is  How to contact potential supervisors when asking for a Masters or PhD Studentship position. 
• And how to write a captivating research proposal for scholarship applications, 
• And finally Research Proposal Guide for Successful Admission/Scholarship applications

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