Pakistani research students can apply for the University of Sydney’s 2027 RTP and equivalent international research scholarships. The next published deadline is 18 December 2026 for Research Periods 3 and 4 of 2027, with a 2027 stipend rate of AUD 44,293 per year for successful stipend recipients.
Quick Overview
| Scholarships | RTP Stipend, RTP Fee Offset, USYDIS and University of Sydney Tuition Fee Scholarship |
|---|---|
| Study level | Master’s by research or PhD |
| Eligible applicants | International research students, including Pakistanis |
| Next deadline | 18 December 2026 |
| 2027 stipend | AUD 44,293 per year |
| Status | Open for Research Periods 3 and 4 of 2027 |
About the Program
The Australian Government Research Training Program and equivalent University of Sydney scholarships support high-achieving students in higher degrees by research. International applicants submit an admission application and a scholarship form, then compete on academic merit and research potential.
The deadline for Research Periods 1 and 2 of 2027 has passed. Applicants now preparing for Research Periods 3 and 4 must submit by 18 December 2026.
Financial Benefits
The official international scholarship page lists two main funding components:
- RTP Stipend or University of Sydney International Stipend Scholarship: AUD 44,293 per year at the 2027 rate, plus relocation and thesis allowances.
- RTP Fee Offset or University of Sydney Tuition Fee Scholarship: 100% tuition coverage for up to 14 research periods. The RTP Fee Offset also includes standard single Overseas Student Health Cover under its published terms.
Stipend and tuition awards are competitive. A candidate may not receive every component unless the university awards the corresponding package.
Program Structure
The scholarships support a University of Sydney master’s by research or research doctorate. New applicants apply for admission and scholarship consideration together. Currently enrolled research students can submit the scholarship form for a later assessment round.
Preference may be given to PhD applicants and to candidates who have not already completed or received government or university funding for a research degree at the same level.
Eligibility Requirements
- Be commencing or enrolled in a University of Sydney higher degree by research.
- For international fee support, hold international student status.
- Show an outstanding academic record and research experience.
- Meet the admission requirements for the selected research degree.
- Submit admission documents and the scholarship form by the relevant deadline.
- Meet the scholarship terms concerning previous research degrees and equivalent funding.
Required Documents
The University instructs applicants to submit all documents required for higher-degree research admission and the separate scholarship application form. Review the official applicant resources before submission, including the research-experience evidence template, research-experience guide and scholarship selection information.
Your admission checklist may include academic transcripts, qualification evidence, English-language results, research proposal, supervisor information and research-experience evidence. Use the selected course page as the final authority because requirements differ by faculty and degree.
How to Apply
- Read the official University of Sydney RTP international page.
- Choose a higher degree by research and check its admission requirements.
- Prepare the research proposal and all course-specific evidence.
- Apply for admission through Sydney Courses and submit every admission document.
- Submit the University’s RTP scholarship application form.
- For Research Periods 3 and 4 of 2027, complete both parts by 18 December 2026.
Further Scholarships for Pakistani Students
- Melbourne Research Scholarship guide
- Monash Graduate Scholarship guide
- University of Otago Doctoral Scholarship guide
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Pakistani students apply for Sydney RTP scholarships?
Yes. The international scholarships accept eligible overseas research applicants, including Pakistani citizens.
What is the next 2027 deadline?
The next published deadline is 18 December 2026 for Research Periods 3 and 4 of 2027.
How much is the 2027 stipend?
The published 2027 RTP and USYDIS stipend rate is AUD 44,293 per year.
Does the scholarship automatically cover tuition?
International stipend recipients may receive the corresponding fee scholarship, but every funding component is competitive and governed by the official award terms.
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