Western Sydney University Master of Research International Scholarship in Australia
Western Sydney University supports higher degree research candidates with a range of scholarship opportunities. Research scholarships are released periodically and each type of scholarship has specific application dates, eligibility criteria and conditions.
The information below outlines the requirements for our scholarship releases. You are invited to submit an application for any scholarship where you meet the eligibility criteria and the application period is currently open.
The frequently asked questions below include important information about how to apply. We receive a very high volume of applications and scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis, so incomplete applications or those that do not meet the requirements may not be considered.
You can also visit our project scholarships page for information about other scholarship opportunities offered throughout the year.
| Master of Research International Scholarship | |
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| This scholarship provides support to international students commencing study in our Master of Research (MRes) program.The scholarships have an exclusive focus on topics related to “women and gender and sexuality diverse persons in the global south”. You will also be required to undertake an international engagement activity during your research studies. The engagement activity may be based on a pre-existing collaboration or a new collaboration. It might involve activities such as a virtual collaboration, an exchange of research skills and training, or data collection and processing.Your application must provide a Statement of Intent that explains how your proposed research will address the “women and gender and sexuality diverse persons in the global south” research field and international activity, and meet the requirements set out below.Successful applicants will receive a combined offer for a Master of Research (MRes)/Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), with the final PhD offer being determined by successfully meeting academic progression and eligibility criteria for the program. | |
| Applications open: | 9.00am (AEDT) 25 October 2021 |
| Applications close: | 11.59pm (AEDT) 14 November 2021 |
| Outcomes advised: | 5.00pm (AEDT) 26 November 2021 |
| Scholarship commencement: | 1H (first-half term) 28 February 2022 |
| Who can apply? | International applicants that meet the following criteria:Have Average Admission Mark (AAM)(opens in new window) |
| Scholarship inclusions: | Scholarships include a stipend of $24,000(AUD) per annum for two (2) years.A tuition fee waiver will be awarded. |
| Scholarship exclusions: | Scholarships do not include an Overseas Student Health Care (OSHC)(opens in new window) |
| How do I apply? | Refer to the instructions in the ‘How to apply’ section below. |
| Yarramundi MRes Scholarship | |
| Applications open: | Wednesday 05 May 2021 9.00am (AEST) |
| Applications close: | Friday 14 May 2021 11.59pm (AEST) |
| Scholarship inclusions: | Scholarships include a lump sum of $8,000(AUD) in Session 1 and Session 2 of the coursework stage, and a stipend of $32,000(AUD) in the research stage. |
| How do I apply? | Refer to the instructions on the Yarramundi MRes Scholarship page for information about how to apply (currently closed). |
| Yarramundi PhD Scholarship | |
| Applications open: | Wednesday 05 May 2021 9.00am (AEST) |
| Applications close: | Sunday 01 August 2021 11.59pm (AEST) |
| Scholarship commencement: | October 2021 |
| Scholarship inclusions: | Scholarships include a stipend of $50,000(AUD) per annum.Tuition fees are covered by the Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP). |
| How do I apply? | Refer to the instructions on the Yarramundi PhD Scholarship page for information about how to apply (currently closed). |
| Scholarship Release 1, 2021 | |
| Applications open: | Wednesday 23 June 2021 9.00am (AEST) |
| Applications close: | Sunday 11 July 2021 11.59pm (AEST) |
| Outcomes advised: | Thursday 26 August 2021 5.00pm (AEST) |
| Scholarship commencement: | Monday 04 October 2021 |
| Who can apply? | Domestic and international applicants that are onshore in Australia. |
| Scholarship inclusions: | Scholarships include a stipend of $30,000(AUD) per annum for three (3) years.For domestic students, tuition fees are covered by the Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP).For international students, a tuition fee waiver will be awarded. |
| Scholarship exclusions: | For international students, scholarships do not include an Overseas Student Health Care (OSHC)(opens in new window) |
| Scholarship Release 2, 2021Master of Research Graduates (by invitation only) | |
| Applications open: | Monday 12 July 2021 9.00am (AEST) |
| Applications close: | Sunday 25 July 2021 11.59pm (AEST) |
| Outcomes advised: | Tuesday 31 August 2021 5.00pm (AEST) |
| Scholarship commencement: | Monday 04 October 2021 |
| Who can apply? | Domestic applicants (Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens and Australian Permanent Residents) and international that have completed a Master of Research (MRes) degree at Western Sydney University in 2019, 2020 or 2021.You will receive an email invitation if you are considered eligible to apply for this scholarship. |
| Scholarship inclusions: | Scholarships include a stipend of $30,000(AUD) per annum for three (3) years.For domestic students, tuition fees are covered by the Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP).For international students, a tuition fee waiver will be awarded. |
| Scholarship exclusions: | For international students, scholarships do not include an Overseas Student Health Care (OSHC)(opens in new window) |