Australian Government RTP Scholarship 2027

The Research Training Program is funded by the Australian Government and supports postgraduate research students at Australian universities. At the University of Sydney, international students can be considered for RTP scholarships and similar university-funded research awards.

This scholarship is designed for students with strong academic backgrounds, research ability, and the potential to contribute to their chosen field. It gives successful applicants the chance to focus on research, work with experienced supervisors, and access university research facilities.

Students can apply across different research areas depending on the available programs and supervisors at the University of Sydney. Applicants should carefully review the admission and scholarship requirements before applying, as selection is competitive and based on academic merit and research potential.

The benefits may include:

• Annual stipend of AUD 42,754 according to the 2026 rate

• Full tuition fee coverage for eligible international students

• Overseas Student Health Cover

• Relocation allowance

• Thesis allowance

• Support for higher degree by research studies

• Access to research supervision

• Access to university research facilities

• Opportunity to study in Australia

• Academic and professional development support

Common documents may include:

• Completed admission application

• Scholarship application form

• Academic transcripts

• Degree certificates

• Valid passport

• Updated CV or resumé

• Research proposal

• Evidence of previous research experience

• English language proficiency result

• Recommendation letters

• Supervisor contact or research interest statement, if required

• Any additional documents requested by the selected faculty or program

General eligibility requirements may include:

• Applicants must be international students.

• Applicants must apply for, or be enrolled in, a higher degree by research.

• Eligible degrees include Master’s by Research and PhD programs.

• Applicants should have strong academic performance.

• Applicants should show research potential.

• Applicants must meet the English language requirements of the university.

• Applicants should submit admission and scholarship applications by the deadline.

• Selection is competitive and based on academic merit and research strength.

• Some programs may require a research proposal or supervisor approval.

• Applicants must meet any additional faculty or department requirements.

• Choose your preferred higher degree by research program at the University of Sydney.

• Review the admission requirements for your selected Master’s by Research or PhD program.

• Check the RTP Scholarship application timeline and deadline.

• Prepare all required academic and supporting documents.

• Apply for admission through the University of Sydney course application system.

• Submit all required documents for admission before the scholarship deadline.

• Complete and submit the scholarship application form.

• Make sure your research experience evidence and proposal are strong and well prepared.

• Review your application carefully before submission.

• Submit the application before the official deadline.

• Keep checking your email and application portal for scholarship and admission updates.

Commencing students must apply for admission and submit the scholarship application form by the relevant deadline. Currently enrolled research students must be enrolled in a higher degree by research and submit the scholarship form by the deadline.