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Applications are open for the University of Sydney RTP Scholarship 2027 in Australia. International students pursuing a PhD, Master of Philosophy, or another higher degree by research can receive an annual stipend of AUD 42,754 at the 2026 rate, full tuition-fee coverage, Overseas Student Health Cover, relocation support, and thesis-related allowances. The main international deadline for Research Period 1 or 2 of 2027 is September 11, 2026.

Finding a supervisor is one of the most important steps before applying for a University of Sydney higher degree by research and the RTP Scholarship. For most research degrees, applicants are expected to identify a suitable supervisor and provide evidence of supervision support before submitting the application. A strong supervisor approach is specific, research-based and connected to the academic's actual work.

The University of Sydney RTP Scholarship is competitively awarded to domestic and international students commencing or enrolled in a higher degree by research. International applicants need more than interest in Australia: they must show strong academic performance, previous research experience, English readiness, supervisor or faculty fit, complete documents and a credible research plan. This guide explains the eligibility and selection criteria in practical language.

The University of Sydney PhD and higher degree by research application requires more than an online form. Most applicants need a research proposal, supervisor approval evidence, two referee reports, academic transcripts with English translations where needed, a CV, English-language proof if required, identity documents and any faculty-specific documents. International applicants seeking RTP consideration must also complete the scholarship form by the relevant deadline.

Some applicants may be able to apply for a University of Sydney research degree or RTP Scholarship without submitting IELTS, but only if they meet the university's official English-language requirements through another accepted route. The RTP Scholarship does not cancel English requirements. Applicants must satisfy the English requirement for their selected course, and postgraduate research requirements can vary by faculty and programme.

Chevening is the UK government's fully funded scholarship for emerging leaders from eligible countries and territories. The 2027/28 competition opens on 4 August 2026 at 11:00 UTC and closes on 6 October 2026 at 11:00 UTC. Applicants choose three eligible one-year taught Master's courses and apply separately to Chevening and their selected UK universities.