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A scholarship or stipend could help you to cover the costs of your course and living expenses.

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UTS offers a number of scholarships and funding schemes to support both domestic and international students undertaking research degrees. The schemes include living allowance stipends, tuition fee scholarships, conference funds and equity support grants.

Commencing 1 January 2024, living allowance stipends awarded to PhD and Masters by Research candidates are valued at $37,000 per annum. The living allowance stipend will match the  Commonwealth Research Training Program base rate  where this increases to over $37,000 p.a., and any increase will apply to new and ongoing awards.

• For PhD candidates, stipends may be awarded for a maximum duration of three years and six months (full time rate and duration).
• For Master by Research candidates, awards are for a maximum duration of two years (full time rate and duration).

Applications for scholarships are considered and awarded through a competitive process.

Scholarship and prizes search tool External scholarships Understanding the cost of a research degree

Use the Find a Scholarship tool to search for UTS and external scholarships based on your faculty and research area. You can also search our external scholarships listing for additional funding options

UTS competitive scholarships

When you're filling out your online application to study at UTS, you will see a check box that says 'I want to be considered for UTS scholarships' on the form. Ticking this box means you will be automatically assessed for the following UTS scholarship schemes and notified of the outcome by email.

Domestic students

Note : To be automatically assessed for these scholarships, you must tick the box that says ‘I want to be considered for UTS Scholarships’ on your UTS online application form and indicate in the free text below which scholarships you wish to be considered for.

International students

Find out more about these scholarships with our Find a Scholarship tool.

UTS scholarships by application

For all other UTS scholarships, including faculty scholarships, you will need to apply using a separate application form. You can use the Find a Scholarship  tool to see all centrally administered UTS scholarships, and you can also visit individual faculty webpages for additional opportunities:

• Graduate School of Health
• Engineering and IT

Note : You must meet the eligibility criteria and submit your application/s by the closing date/s in order to be considered.

External scholarships by application

UTS connects students to a range of externally funded scholarships . Each scholarship has specific criteria and closing dates set by the funder. Your application should be submitted to the funding organisation, not UTS.

RTP Fees Offset scholarships

The Research Training Program (RTP) Fees Offset scholarship is funded by the Australian Government. If your offer letter states that you have been awarded an RTP Fees Offset scholarship, you will receive the funding in the form of a fee waiver for the maximum period of time allowed for you to complete your research program, rather than as a lump sum in your bank account. 

Who is eligible?  

• Both PhD and Masters applicants from all faculties can apply
• Both domestic and international students are eligible.  

How to apply

• The application is completed through UTS as long as it is received by the deadline and the applicant has ticked that they want to be considered for all competitive scholarships.

Impact on transferring students

• Your enrolment at your previous institution will be recorded and taken into consideration when determining your candidature duration at UTS. Overtime fees will be due if you do not submit by your work submission date.

For details of the RTP, please visit the  Department of Education and Training .

Defer your scholarship

If you’re unable to start your research degree in the session your scholarship has been awarded, you may be able to defer your scholarship funding until the following session. It is unlikely that you will be able to delay until the next calendar year. Please check your scholarship Conditions of Award for deferment options, or email the Graduate Research School at  [email protected]  for advice

Explore other funding opportunities available to support enrolled UTS research students →

UTS acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, the Boorooberongal people of the Dharug Nation, the Bidiagal people and the Gamaygal people, upon whose ancestral lands our university stands. We would also like to pay respect to the Elders both past and present, acknowledging them as the traditional custodians of knowledge for these lands.

HDR Scholarships

At UNSW, our scholarships are key to helping you reach your research goals. We offer scholarships funded by the Australian Government, UNSW and our faculties and schools, and a range of industry and international partners.

Use the filters below to search for a scholarship in your research area.

It is a good idea to read the UNSW Scholarship Terms and Conditions and Guidelines before applying. 

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Research Scholarships

Western Sydney University supports higher degree research candidates with a range of scholarship opportunities. Research scholarships are released periodically, and each type of scholarship has specific application dates, eligibility criteria and conditions.

The information below outlines the requirements for our scholarship releases. You are invited to submit an application for any scholarship where you meet the eligibility criteria.

Our scholarship releases are open at various times throughout the year, we recommend checking this page regularly.

The frequently asked questions below include important information about how to apply. We receive a very high volume of applications and scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis. Incomplete applications or applications that do not meet the requirements may not be considered.

You can refer to our  project scholarships page for information about other scholarship opportunities offered throughout the year.

Frequently asked questions

All potential applicants must review the following frequently asked questions before submitting an application for a research scholarship.

Are international applicants eligible for a scholarship?

Yes, international applicants are eligible to apply for research scholarships. You should review the eligibility criteria and submit your online application according to the instructions provided above.

Scholarship releases feature strict commencement dates. You must be prepared to commence your studies by the dates indicated for the applicable release.

To commence your studies by the required date, you must:

• be onshore in Australia and hold a valid visa which allows you to study in Australia; or
• be onshore in Australia and be able to obtain a visa that allows you to remain in Australia to study.

Do I need to identify a supervisor for my project before I apply?

Yes. To be considered for a research scholarship, your application must include a letter of support from a suitable supervisor (opens in a new window) for your proposed research project.

For more information, visit the find a supervisor (opens in a new window) page.

Can I submit additional documentation after the closing date?

No. Research scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis. To ensure equity for all applicants, late documentation or supporting information will not be accepted after the relevant closing date. This applies to online admission and scholarship applications, evidence of publications, evidence of supervisory support and all other supporting documentation.

What does a scholarship provide?

All scholarships include:

• a tax-free stipend of $31,500(AUD) per annum for up to 3 years.
• a funded place in a research degree for domestic students, or a tuition fee waiver for international students.

Scholarships do not include funding for Overseas Student Health Care (opens in a new window) insurance, relocation costs, the costs associated with obtaining a visa or for other expenses unless otherwise stated.

Do international students receive additional funding to bring their family to Australia?

No. Unfortunately, Western Sydney University is unable to provide additional funding to cover the costs of bringing your family to Australia, including costs associated with insurance policies, relocation expenses or additional living expenses.

Are top-up scholarships available?

No. Western Sydney University does not currently award top-up scholarships.

How are scholarships awarded?

Research scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis by a Western Sydney University appointed ranking panel.

Refer to the Guidelines for Ranking Higher Degree Research Scholarships for more information.

The application process, eligibility criteria, ranking criteria and guidelines for awarding scholarships are subject to be revised and may change for future scholarship releases.

Can I work while on a scholarship?

Yes. Scholarship holders are permitted to undertake up to 10 hours paid employment each week provided that the work does not interfere with your study program. It is expected that a minimum of 35 hours per week will be devoted to your study program throughout the year. Scholarship holders are entitled to four (4) weeks annual leave per year of the award.

Scholarship holders are not obligated to undertake tutoring or other academic employment at Western Sydney University.

Can I study from overseas and receive a scholarship?

No. You are expected to be onshore in Australia for the duration of your studies, except for periods of approved overseas study leave to undertake fieldwork or other activities related to your project.

Exceptions may be made on a conditional basis, due to factors such as travel restrictions.

Can I apply for a part-time scholarship?

Scholarships are awarded for full-time study. Part-time awards are available if you have an illness or disability which prevents you from studying full-time or you have significant caring commitments for a family member. You may not apply for a part-time award to enable you to work more than 10 hours per week. Part-time awards are taxable.

When will I be expected to commence my studies?

The Graduate Research School will contact you with further information about research commencement dates.

If you are awarded a scholarship and you are not able to commence your studies by the date indicated on your offer, the scholarship offer may be withdrawn.

Can I apply in another round if my application is unsuccessful?

If your application is unsuccessful, you will need to submit a new online application (opens in a new window) in the next suitable release.

Who can I talk to about scholarships?

If you have any other questions about the application process or have a general enquiry about scholarships, please submit your enquiry here to contact the Graduate Research School.

You may also find answers to your questions by visiting our Higher Degree Research (HDR) Knowledge Directory .

• How to apply for a research scholarship
• Guidelines for Ranking HDR Scholarships [PDF]
• Enquiries about scholarships

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