Numerous UNSW research scholarships are available from the University of New South Wales (UNSW) to help deserving international students pursuing research degrees at the university. These awards are intended to draw and keep top academic researchers from a range of areas.
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Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarships for Domestic and International Students:
The University of New South Wales is presently accepting applications for a number of fully funded Masters and PhD scholarship places through the Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP)Scholarships. The Australian government provides funding for these scholarships, which can be used for both domestic and foreign students enrolled in research-based postgraduate programs, such as Ph.D. and Research master’s degrees. The RTP/RTPI scholarships provide for tuition as well as living expenses.
The University of New South Wales would offer the successful applicants of the Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP)Scholarships complete tuition assistance, a living stipend of $38,438 per year (2025 rate), and an Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC). For PhD students, the fellowship is offered for 3.5 years, and for research master’s students, it is offered for 2 years.
| Eligible Nationality | Domestic |
| Level | PhD Masters M. Phill |
| Funding Type | Living Allowance and Tuition Fee |
| Faculty | All Faculties |
| Duration | 3.5 years for PhD 2 years for Masters and M. Phill |
| Value | $38,438 per annum + Tuition Fee + single overseas student health cover (OSHC) |
| Deadline | 9-May-25 |
Research Training Program International (RTPI) Scholarship
The Research Training Program International (RTPI) Scholarship, offered by the Australian Government and UNSW, supports outstanding international students pursuing higher degree research. This scholarship covers tuition fees, provides a living allowance, and includes single overseas student health cover (OSHC) to help with expenses during your research studies at UNSW. There are two application rounds each year, giving candidates multiple opportunities to apply for this valuable financial support.
| Eligible Nationality | International |
| Level | PhD Masters M. Phill |
| Funding Type | Living Allowance and Tuition Fee |
| Faculty | All Faculties |
| Duration | 3.5 years for PhD 2 years for Masters and M. Phill |
| Value | $38,438 per annum + Tuition Fee + single overseas student health cover (OSHC) |
| Deadline | 9-May-25 |
University International Postgraduate Award (UIPA)
UNSW adds funding to the University International Postgraduate Award (UIPA), which is sponsored by UNSW. For qualified international students planning to pursue a Master’s or PhD by research at the University of New South Wales, the University International Postgraduate Award (UIPA) is a fully supported grant. All academic disciplines at the university are eligible for the scholarships. At the time of applying for admission to a research degree program, applicants can submit an application for the scholarships.
The UIPA scholarships are offered for 3.5 years for PhD students and 2 years for research master’s students. Successful applicants would receive a living stipend of $38,438 annually (2025 rate), complete tuition support, and Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).
| Eligible Nationality | International |
| Level | PhD Masters M. Phill |
| Funding Type | Living Allowance and Tuition Fee |
| Faculty | All Faculties |
| Duration | 3.5 years for PhD 2 years for Masters and M. Phill |
| Value | $38,438 per annum + Tuition Fee |
| Deadline | 9-May-25 |
University Postgraduate Award (UPA)
Applications for UNSW Graduate Scholarships are being accepted by the University of New South Wales (UNSW). Domestic applications are encouraged from students who wish to study for a master’s or doctoral degree in Australia. A Master’s degree takes two years to complete, whereas a doctoral degree takes three years.
| Eligible Nationality | Domestic |
| Level | PhD Masters M. Phill |
| Funding Type | Living Allowance |
| Faculty | All Faculties |
| Duration | 3.5 years for PhD 2 years for Masters and M. Phill |
| Value | $38,438 per annum |
| Deadline | 9-May-25 |
UNSW Tuition Fee Scholarships
The UNSW Tuition Fee Scholarship (TFS) seeks to assist you by paying your tuition while you pursue higher degree research at UNSW. This scholarship is typically provided along with a living stipend paid for by the faculty or school. There are three application rounds each year.
| Eligible Nationality | International |
| Level | PhD Masters M. Phill |
| Funding Type | Tuition Fee |
| Faculty | All Faculties |
| Duration | 3.5 years for PhD 2 years for Masters and M. Phill |
| Deadline | 9-May-25 |
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UNSW-CSC Scholarship
Chinese nationals who have received a UNSW Tuition Fee Scholarship (TFS) in the joint UNSW/CSC Doctoral Degree Program are eligible for this scholarship. Only PhD candidates who intend to begin their studies at UNSW in Term 3 each year are eligible for this scholarship. Apply for admission to UNSW and a UNSW-CSC scholarship before the scholarship deadline first. The next step is to submit an application to the CSC if you get an unconditional offer of admission and a scholarship from UNSW.
| Eligible Nationality | Chinese Candidates |
| Level | PhD |
| Funding Type | Living Allowance and Tuition Fee |
| Faculty | All Faculties |
| Duration | 3.5-4 years for PhD |
| Deadline | 9-May-25 |
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Deadline for the UNSW Research Scholarships
Every year, there are normally three rounds of scholarship applications at UNSW for different scholarship programs. The deadlines may vary each year. The next deadline to apply for a is September 9-May-25.
How to Apply for Fully Funded UNSW Research Scholarships
On the university’s online application system, prospective applicants can submit both a scholarship application and an application for a higher degree research program. For further information about the application process eligibility criteria, you can visit the official website by clicking the link given below.
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