UNSW Sydney Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Postgraduate Research Scholarships 2024

At UNSW, our scholarships are key to helping you reach your research goals. We offer scholarships funded by the Australian Government, UNSW and our faculties and schools, and a range of industry and international partners.

UNSW is home to many leading Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander scholars, researchers and lecturers. In the disciplines of law, medicine, education, mathematics and many more, our Indigenous researchers are making an impact for communities in Australia and the around the globe.
UNSW offers an exciting research environment in which Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander researchers and research are supported to thrive. From established researchers who are already making an impact to new Higher Degree by Research (HDR) candidates, UNSW is the perfect place to start your research journey.

• Table of Content
• About University of New South Wales (UNSW)
• UNSW Sydney Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Postgraduate Research Scholarships
• Aim and Benefits of UNSW Sydney Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Postgraduate Research Scholarships
• Requirements for UNSW Sydney Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Postgraduate Research Scholarships Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About University of New South Wales (UNSW)

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UNSW Sydney Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Postgraduate Research Scholarships

Application Deadline	Not Specified
Country to study	Australia
School to study	University of New South Wales (UNSW)
Type	Postgraduate
Sponsor	University of New South Wales (UNSW)
Gender	Men and Women

Aim and Benefits of UNSW Sydney Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Postgraduate Research Scholarships

This scholarship supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates who wish to undertake a higher degree research program at UNSW.

Funding Type:

• Living Allowance up to $46,653 per annum

Duration:

• 3.5 - 4 years for a PhD
• 2 years for a Master by Research or Master of Philosophy

Requirements for UNSW Sydney Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Postgraduate Research Scholarships Qualification

There are a number of eligibility requirements you need to meet before applying for a Higher Degree Research program:

• Program eligibility: visit Higher Degree Research and click on the link for your preferred program to view the eligibility criteria

• English requirements: All applicants, whether domestic or international, must provide evidence that their English language ability meets the minimum UNSW English Language Requirements. See the section below on English language requirements for more information.

• Source of funding: All applicants, whether domestic or international, must complete the GTE & Financial Declaration Form and, if required, submit evidence of your capacity to fund all living costs, fees and other associated costs. 

As an applicant to UNSW, you must demonstrate that you have the ability to financially support yourself (and any dependants) for the duration of your studies and, if an international applicant, that you are a Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE). This may be through applying for a UNSW Research Scholarship, an alternative scholarship or sponsorship (provided by a source external to UNSW), or through self-funding. 

• Other: Specific Faculties or programs may have additional requirements, please see your Faculty’s website for further details

If you are applying for a scholarship, please read the UNSW Scholarship Terms and Conditions and Guidelines to determine your eligibility.

Faculty:

• Arts, Design and Architecture, Business, Engineering, Law & Justice, Medicine & Health, Science, UNSW Canberra

Residency:

• Domestic

 

Application Deadline

Not Specified

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to University of New South Wales (UNSW) on applyonline.unsw.edu.au to apply

• Submit an Application

  Once you have found supervisor, held your interview, developed a research description, and prepared your supporting documents, you are ready to lodge your application via UNSW Apply Online. Only full applications (i.e. with all required documents) will be taken to the next stage.

  If you wish to be considered for a scholarship, simply indicate this on the application form and select the scholarship round for your preferred term start date. You can search for a scholarship here.

  Your program needs to be within the same school as your supervisor. You should confirm the correct program code with your supervisor or by referring to the UNSW Handbook.

  Please submit only one application at a time.

For more details visit: UNSW website.