About this opportunity
The University of Sydney RTP International Scholarship 2027 is a fully funded Australian Government Research Training Program award for international master's by research and PhD students, with full tuition fees for up to 14 research periods, a stipend of A$44,293 per year at the 2027 rate, Overseas Student Health Cover and relocation and thesis allowances. It is awarded competitively on academic merit and research potential, with preference for PhD applicants. The next international deadline is 18 December 2026 for Research Periods 3 and 4, 2027.
The University of Sydney RTP International Scholarship 2027 is a fully funded scholarship offered by University of Sydney (Australian Government Research Training Program) for applicants heading to Australia. Applications close on Dec 18, 2026.
Who should apply?
This may be a fit if the following points describe you. Always use the official criteria as the final check.
- Be an international student commencing or currently enrolled in a higher degree by research at the University of Sydney
- Apply for a master's by research or PhD programme and meet its admission and English language requirements
- Show strong academic merit and research potential, as assessed competitively against other applicants
- Submit both the admission application with all required documents and the separate scholarship application form by the deadline
- Not have previously completed a higher degree by research at the same level, to benefit from the stated preference
- Not have previously received an Australian Government or University scholarship to complete a higher degree by research at the same level, to benefit from the stated preference
What the opportunity may offer
- Stipend of A$44,293 per year at the 2027 rate (A$42,754 at the 2026 rate)
- RTP Fee Offset covering 100% of tuition fees for up to 14 research periods for stipend recipients
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) included with the fee offset
- Relocation allowance and thesis allowance
- Equivalent University of Sydney International Stipend Scholarship (USYDIS) and Tuition Fee Scholarship considered through the same process
- Support for up to 14 research periods for a PhD and up to 7 research periods for a master's by research
- Study at one of Australia's oldest and highest ranked research universities, across all research fields
Required documents
- Higher degree by research admission application through Sydney Courses, with all required admission documents submitted by the deadline
- Completed RTP scholarship application form, submitted by the same deadline
- Academic transcripts and evidence of prior qualifications
- Research proposal and evidence of research potential, such as publications or research experience
- Curriculum vitae
- Proof of English language proficiency, where the programme requires it
- Supervisor details, where the faculty requires supervisor confirmation before admission
Application process
- Choose an eligible higher degree by research programme at the University of Sydney
- Identify and contact a potential supervisor whose research aligns with your proposal
- Prepare your transcripts, CV, research proposal and English evidence
- Apply for admission through Sydney Courses and submit all required documents by 18 December 2026
- Submit the separate scholarship application form by the same 18 December 2026 deadline
- Wait for outcomes, issued from 26 February 2027 and finalised by 18 May 2027 for offshore applicants or 30 June 2027 for onshore applicants
Before you apply
- □Apply before Dec 18, 2026 — confirm the date in your own time zone
- □Confirm that you meet every eligibility condition set by University of Sydney (Australian Government Research Training Program)
- □Prepare your 7 required documents in the format asked for
- □Ask referees early and share the official instructions
- □Review the official source once more before submitting
Deadline notes
The next open international deadline is 18 December 2026 for commencement in Research Periods 3 and 4, 2027, with outcomes issued from 26 February 2027 and finalised by 18 May 2027 for offshore applicants and 30 June 2027 for onshore applicants. The 11 September 2026 deadline for Research Periods 1 and 2, 2027 has already passed. Both the admission application and the separate scholarship application form must be submitted by the deadline.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Sydney RTP International Scholarship cover?
A stipend of A$44,293 per year at the 2027 rate, 100% tuition fees for up to 14 research periods through the RTP Fee Offset, Overseas Student Health Cover, and relocation and thesis allowances.
What is the next deadline?
18 December 2026 for commencement in Research Periods 3 and 4, 2027. The 11 September 2026 deadline for Research Periods 1 and 2, 2027 has already passed.
Do I need a separate scholarship application?
Yes. Commencing students must apply for admission with all documents and also submit the scholarship application form, both by the deadline. Admission alone is not enough.
Who gets preference?
Preference may be given to applicants intending to enrol in a PhD, and to applicants who have not previously received an equivalent Australian Government or University scholarship or completed a higher degree by research at the same level.
Programme details can change. Check the original listing before you prepare or submit an application.
Last reviewed: 2026-10-25UShireZone is not affiliated with University of Sydney (Australian Government Research Training Program). We never charge applicants to apply. Always verify details and submit through the official website.