The University of Sydney is offering fully funded scholarships for international students to pursue Masters and PhD degrees across various academic fields. These scholarships are provided through the Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) and cover all expenses including tuition fees, accommodation, stipend, medical funds, airfare, and research funds.
University of Sydney: A Prestigious Institution
Established in 1850, the University of Sydney is Australia’s first university and ranks among the top 25 universities globally according to QS World University Rankings. Renowned for its academic excellence, the university offers a diverse range of programs across disciplines.
Scholarship Details
- Degree Levels: Available for Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD programs.
- Coverage: Fully funded, including tuition fees, accommodation, stipend, medical funds, airfare, and research funds.
- Eligible Nationality: Open to students from all nationalities.
- Award Country: Australia.
- Application Deadline: 13th September 2024.
Financial Benefits of the Scholarship
- For Masters and PhD programs:
- University tuition fees covered.
- Free accommodation provided.
- Stipend of $37,000 per annum.
- Medical funds including paid sick leave.
- Airfare allowance for travel to and from Sydney.
- Reimbursement funds for research-related expenses.
- Paid maternity leave.
- For Undergraduate programs:
- Scholarship valued at $6000 per year, tenable for 1 to 5 years.
Available Academic Fields
The University of Sydney offers a wide range of programs across various disciplines, including:
- Arts and Social Sciences
- Architecture, Design, and Planning
- Business
- Education and Social Work
- Engineering and Computer Science
- Law
- Medicine and Health
- Music
- Science
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants of all nationalities are eligible to apply.
- For Masters by research or Master of Philosophy: Bachelor’s degree with first or second-class honors.
- For PhD Research Program: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with research experience and capability.
Required Documents
Applicants must submit the following documents in English:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree transcripts.
- Two recommendation letters.
- Research proposal.
- Curriculum Vitae or Resume.
- Supervisor acceptance letter.
- Official English language proficiency score (TOEFL or IELTS).
- Academic thesis or relevant publications (for PhD applicants).
- Other reference documents if applicable.
Application Deadline
The deadline for Australian Research Scholarship for International Students is 13th September 2024, while applications for Bachelor’s degree will open from 11th April 2024.
To apply for the University of Sydney Scholarships 2024-25, international students must complete the online application process. Applicants need to submit required documents, including transcripts, recommendation letters, research proposal, and English language proficiency scores. The application deadline is 13th September 2024 for postgraduate scholarships and opens on 11th April 2024 for undergraduate scholarships.