Apply for International Postgraduate Research Scholarships (IPRS)

University of Sydney Australian Government Research Training Program (AGRTP) scholarships, 2027, for International Students. Application Deadline: 12 September 2026 (for Research Periods 1 & 2, 2027) 19 December 2026 (for Research Periods 3 & 4, 2027) Tell Me About The Award: The Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship is a prestigious Australian Government-funded initiative supporting domestic and international students undertaking Higher Degree by Research (HDR) programs at the University of Sydney. It provides financial support to help promising researchers focus fully on their academic projects without financial pressure, covering living costs, relocation, and thesis expenses. Which Fields are Eligible? All Master’s by Research and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programs offered at the University of Sydney. Type: Fully Funded Research Scholarship | Living Allowance + Fee Offset. Who can Apply? Applicants must: Be domestic or international students applying for or enrolled in an HDR program. Demonstrate an outstanding academic record and strong research potential. Be enrolled full-time (part-time study may be approved under exceptional circumstances). Not have previously completed an HDR program at the same level. Not have previously received an Australian Government or University HDR scholarship at the same level. How are Applicants Selected? Competitive selection based on academic merit, research proposal strength, publications, and supervisor recommendations. Applications undergo evaluation by academic and scholarship committees. Which Countries Are Eligible? All countries worldwide (domestic and international students). Where will the Award be Taken? University of Sydney, Australia. How Many Awards? Varies annually depending on funding allocations and qualified applicants. What is the Benefit of the Award? Annual stipend: AUD $42,754 (2026 rate, tax-free). Relocation allowance: Up to AUD $1,485. Return travel allowance: Up to AUD $1,485. Thesis allowance: AUD $420 (Master’s), AUD $840 (PhD). Paid leave: Recreation (20 days/year), Sick leave (10 days/year), extended sick and parental leave provisions. Fee offset: 100% tuition fees for up to 14 research periods. Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for international students. How Long Will the Award Last? PhD: Up to 3.5 years. Master’s by Research: Up to 2 years. How to Apply: Apply for admission to a Master’s by Research or PhD program at the University of Sydney. Indicate interest in the RTP scholarship during the HDR application process. Submit all required documents (academic transcripts, CV, research proposal, supervisor recommendations). Ensure submission by the relevant deadline (12 September or 19 December 2026). Visit the Application Webpage for Details

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