University of New South Wales RTPI scholarships 2025 (Multiple fully funded MSc/PhD positions)

About the scholarship:

Research Training Program International (RTPI) Scholarships University of New South Wales(UNSW) 2025

Multiple fully funded Masters and PhD scholarship positions are currently available at the University of New South Wales through the Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP)Scholarships. RTP scholarships are fully funded scholarships by the Commonwealth government of Australia to support international students with outstanding academic achievements to undertake Masters or PhD by research in any field choice in the host University

The Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP)Scholarships at the University of New South Wale would provide full tuition support, a living stipend of $38,438 per annum (2023 rate), and an Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the successful recipients. The scholarship is available for the duration of 3.5 years for PhD students and 2 years for research master's students.

Scholarships are awarded using a merit-based, competitive process and in accordance with these objectives. Priority will be given to applicants who have not already been awarded a research degree at the level for which they are applying.

(Also apply for the Australian Government RTP Scholarships (MSc/PhD) at the University of Sydney, 2025 - 2026 Intake)

RTP scholarship overview

Scholarship type: Full tuition fee cover
Scholarship stipend value: $38,438 per annum (2024 rate)
Health insurance: Overseas student health cover(OSHC)
Relocation allowance: Up $2000 for international students
Thesis Allowance: Up to $400
Degree Program: MSc/ PhD
Available in: In all faculties/ Any field of study
Number of positions: Multiple positions
Location: University of New South Wale
Citizen type: International students
Award Duration: up to 3.5 years for PhD, 2 for Masters
Application Deadlines: Open all year (3 rounds).

UNSW has three scholarship application rounds annually. To be considered for RTP scholarships at the University of New South Wales, prospective applicants must apply for this scholarship before the advertised deadlines below for a chosen scholarship round. Applications must be submitted before the intended study period (Term), to ensure the acceptance and enrolment processes are completed by the Term Start Dates. Applications are now open for Term 2. See details below

Current Admission and scholarship application deadline: 05- Sept -2025⇐(Deadline for the current open round)

Eligibility criteria for RTP scholarships

To be eligible for the international student RTP scholarships at the University of New South Wale,

Applicant must be an International student intended to enrol on a full-time basis Higher Degree by Research program ( Masters or PhD) at the University of New South Wale
Applicants must have met the entry requirements for a Higher Degree Research program for which they are enrolled at UNSW as specified in the Admission to Higher Degree Research Programs Procedure
Candidates must not be receiving an equivalent award or scholarship from the Commonwealth the government intended to offset tuition fees.

Find more details on UNSW Higher Degree Research Scholarships (including RTP Scholarships) Procedure

How to apply for RTP scholarships

Prospective candidates can apply for a scholarship at the same time as applying for a Higher Degree Research program on the University’s online system. To be considered for RTP scholarships at the University of New South Wales, prospective applicants must apply for the scholarship before the advertised deadline.

To apply for a scholarship, simply indicate that you would also like to be considered for a UNSW scholarship on your application for admission to a program and select your preferred scholarship application round. You will be considered for all the available scholarships.

For further details to apply, visit the University of New South Wales How to apply page for further information on how to apply for research degree admissions and scholarships. The page includes a step by guide on how to apply, the application form, and eligibility criteria for various degree programs

The RTP Scholarships are awarded using a merit-based, competitive process and in accordance with these RTP objectives. Priority will be given to applicants with strong research potential, outstanding academic achievements and availability of supervisory resources

Who to contact

For details on the RTP scholarships including help with the application process, applicants are free to contact the UNSW Graduate Research School via:

UNSW Graduate Research School(GRS)

Email: international.grs@unsw.edu.au
Phone: Phone: +61 2 9385 5500
General inquiries: grs@unsw.edu.au

Visit the University Website to apply and for further details on this opportunity

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