To assist worthy international students pursuing research degrees at the University of UNSW, the university offers a number of UNSW Research Scholarships. The goal of these scholarships is to attract and retain outstanding academic researchers from a variety of fields.
Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarships for Domestic and International Students:
Applications for many fully funded Master’s and PhD scholarship spots through the Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarships are currently being accepted by the University of New South Wales. UNSW Research Scholarships, which are funded by the Australian government, are available to both domestic and international students enrolling in postgraduate programs that focus on research, including Ph.D. and research master’s degrees. Scholarships from RTP/RTPI include both living expenses and tuition.
Successful candidates for the Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarships would receive full tuition reimbursement, a living stipend of $38,438 annually (2025 rate), and Overseas Student Health Coverage (OSHC) from the University of New South Wales. The fellowship is available for two years for research master’s students and three and a half years for PhD students.
- Eligible Nationality: Domestic
- Level: PhD, Master’s, M.Phil
- Funding Type: Living Allowance and Tuition Fee
- Faculty: All Faculties
- Duration: 3.5 years for PhD
- 2 years for Master’s and M.Phil
- Value: $38,438 per annum + Tuition Fee + single overseas student health cover (OSHC)
- Deadline: 5-Sep-25
Research Training Program International (RTPI) Scholarship
Outstanding overseas students doing higher degree research are supported by the Australian Government and UNSW through the Research Training Program overseas (RTPI) Scholarship. In addition to covering tuition costs, this fellowship offers a living allowance and single overseas student health coverage (OSHC) to assist with living expenses while you are conducting research at UNSW. Candidates have many opportunities to apply for this important financial support because there are two application rounds annually.
- Eligible Nationality: International
- Level: PhD, Master’s, M.Phil
- Funding Type: Living Allowance and Tuition Fee
- Faculty: All Faculties
- Duration: 3.5 years for PhD
- 2 years for Master’s and M.Phil
- Value: $38,438 per annum + Tuition Fee + single overseas student health cover (OSHC)
- Deadline: 5-Sep-25
University International Postgraduate Award (UIPA)
The University International Postgraduate Award (UIPA), which is sponsored by UNSW, receives additional funds. The University International Postgraduate Award (UIPA) is a fully funded grant for eligible international students wishing to study for a Master’s or PhD by research at the University of New South Wales. The grants are available for all university academic programs. Applicants can apply for the scholarships while they are applying to be admitted to a research degree program.
The duration of the UIPA scholarships is two years for research master’s students and three and a half years for PhD students. Those who are accepted will get full tuition support, Overseas Student Health Coverage (OSHC), and a living allowance of $38,438 per year (2025 rate).
- Eligible Nationality: International
- Level: PhD, Master’s, M.Phil
- Funding Type: Living Allowance and Tuition Fee
- Faculty: All Faculties
- Duration: 3.5 years for PhD
- 2 years for Master’s and M.Phil
- Value: $38,438 per annum + Tuition Fee
- Deadline: 5-Sep-25
University Postgraduate Award (UPA)
The University of New South Wales (UNSW) is currently accepting applications for UNSW Graduate Scholarships. Students who want to pursue a master’s or doctoral degree in Australia are urged to apply domestically. A doctorate takes three years to complete, while a master’s degree takes two.
- Eligible Nationality: Domestic
- Level: PhD, Master’s, M.Phil
- Funding Type: Living Allowance
- Faculty: All Faculties
- Duration: 3.5 years for PhD
- 2 years for Master’s and M.Phil
- Value: $38,438 per annum
- Deadline: 5-Sep-25
UNSW Tuition Fee Scholarships
The purpose of the UNSW Tuition Fee Scholarship (TFS) is to help you by covering your tuition while you study for a higher degree at UNSW. Usually, the faculty or institution covers the cost of a living stipend in addition to this scholarship. Every year, there are three rounds of applications.
- Eligible Nationality: International
- Level: PhD, Master’s, M.Phil
- Funding Type: Tuition Fee
- Faculty: All Faculties
- Duration: 3.5 years for PhD
- 2 years for Master’s and M.Phil
- Deadline: 5-Sep-2025
UNSW-CSC Scholarship
This fellowship is available to Chinese citizens who have been awarded a UNSW Tuition Fee fellowship (TFS) in the combined UNSW/CSC Doctoral Degree Program. This grant is only available to PhD candidates who plan to start their studies at UNSW in Term 3 of each year. Apply for admission to UNSW and a UNSW-CSC scholarship before the scholarship deadline. If you receive an unconditional offer of admission and a scholarship from UNSW, the next step is to apply to the CSC.
- Eligible Nationality: Chinese Candidates
- Level PhD
- Funding Type: Living Allowance and Tuition Fee
- Faculty: All Faculties
- Duration: 3.5-4 years for PhD
- Deadline: 5-Sep-25
Deadline for the UNSW Research Scholarships
UNSW typically offers three rounds of scholarship applications each year for various scholarship programs. Every year, the deadlines could change. The next application deadline is September 9–May 25.
The Max Planck Institute Scholarship Program for International Researchers
How to Apply for Fully Funded UNSW Research Scholarships
Prospective students can apply for a UNSW Research Scholarship and a higher degree research program using the university’s online application portal. By selecting the link provided below, you can see the official website and learn more about the eligibility requirements for the application process.
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