OpenFieldUNSW University International Postgraduate Award (UIPA) & RTP Scholarships
UNSW's premier competitive international doctoral scholarship scheme, awarding full tuition remissions and generous tax-free living stipends to outstanding global research scholars.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- First Class Honours (Honours 1) or equivalent Master's with high distinction in research.
- English language proficiency
- Academic IELTS 6.5 overall (no band less than 6.0) or TOEFL iBT 90.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Demonstrable research track record including peer-reviewed papers or conference presentations.
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic referee reports submitted directly via UNSW referee system.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Fully funded: Annual tax-free living stipend of AUD $37,684/year (indexed annually) plus full international tuition fee offset and single OSHC health cover for up to 3.5 years
- Application fee
- AUD $125 international application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- Full tuition completely covered for duration of scholarship award.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 20, 2027 (Round 2 international scholarship consideration deadline for Term 3 entry)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official UNSW Sydney documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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