University of Sydney Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship

Critères d'éligibilité

International candidates (including African applicants) admitted to a University of Sydney PhD or Master's by Research program. Must demonstrate research excellence — typically First Class Honours or strong research Master's with publications.

Présentation du programme

## About the RTP The Research Training Program is the Australian Government's primary PhD funding scheme. The University of Sydney is allocated a fixed number of RTP places each year, including a **competitive international stream** open to African applicants. ## What's covered - Full tuition fees for up to 3.5 years (PhD) - Living stipend ~AUD $37,000/year (tax-free, indexed) - OSHC and relocation allowance - Thesis allowance ## Recruiter tips for African applicants - Sydney is **Group of Eight** — research output and supervisor support letters carry huge weight. - The international RTP round closes **September 15**; aim to have your supervisor confirmed by **June** at the latest. - Strongest entry points for African students: Charles Perkins Centre (health), Sydney Environment Institute, School of Public Health. - Master's by Coursework alone is rarely enough — you need a **research thesis component** (Master's by Research or Honours). ## Eligibility snapshot International candidates (including African applicants) admitted to a University of Sydney PhD or Master's by Research program. Must demonstrate research excellence — typically First Class Honours or strong research Master's with publications. ## Required documents - Certified academic transcripts (WAEC / KCSE / NSC + degree certificates where applicable) - Passport bio-data page (valid 6+ months beyond intended visa start) - English proficiency proof (IELTS 6.0–7.0 overall, or TOEFL iBT / PTE Academic / Duolingo where the provider accepts it) - CV/résumé with full education and work history - Personal statement or motivation letter (typically 500–1000 words) - Two academic or professional references on letterhead - Conditional or full Letter of Offer from the host university (where the scholarship is post-offer) - Financial declaration showing ability to cover any costs not funded by the scholarship ## Application steps 1. **Confirm fit** — re-read the official eligibility criteria on the provider's site and check the current intake window. 2. **Apply for admission** — most Australian scholarships require a conditional or full Letter of Offer before scholarship assessment. 3. **Prepare evidence** — gather certified transcripts, English test scores, references, and identity documents as PDFs. 4. **Submit the scholarship application** — through the university's scholarship portal or the dedicated provider link, before the published deadline. 5. **Track outcomes** — most awards are announced 4–10 weeks after the deadline. If awarded, accept formally and request your CoE. 6. **Apply for the Subclass 500 student visa** — book biometrics, complete the medical exam, and lodge the visa with your CoE, OSHC, and proof of funds.

Le descriptif détaillé du bailleur reste en anglais, car c'est la langue du dossier de candidature.

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