University of Sydney Postgraduate Research international awards in Astrophysics, Australia for Fellowship

  •  Fellowship
  •  31-May-2021
  •   Australia
  • $$  Annual stipend allowance

To encourage the education of international students in Australia, the University of Sydney is offering the Postgraduate Research Scholarships for the academic session 2021-2022.

The funding motivates both domestic and international students who want to conduct a postgraduate research program in astrophysics at the university.

Western Sydney University Information

Western Sydney University Grants

University of Sydney Postgraduate Research international awards in Astrophysics, Australia for Fellowship Established in 1989, Western Sydney University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Penrith (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), New South Wales. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Bankstown, Nirimba, Campbelltown, Hawkesbury, Liverpool City, Parramatta South, Parramatta City, Penrith, Sydney City, Sydney Olympic Park, Westmead. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Department of Education and Training, Australia, Western Sydney University (WSU) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 40,000-44,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Western Sydney University (WSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: All nationalities.
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: Postgraduate Research program in Astrophysics
  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
  • Be an international student
  • Have an unconditional offer of admission for a full-time PhD at the Faculty of Science
  • Be willing to research galactic dynamics
  • Hold a master’s degree in a related field with a substantial research component
  • Have a background in physics and mathematics
  • Be supervised by Professor Jonathan Bland-Hawthorn at the time of application.

Offered Benefits

The primary support will provide an annual stipend allowance equivalent to the University of Sydney RTP rate (indexed on 1 January each year) for up to three years. An extension for up to six months is available, subject to satisfactory academic performance.

The sponsorship will also provide academic course fees and the Student Services Amenities Fee (SSAF) for 12 research periods. An extension for up to two research periods is available, subject to satisfactory academic performance.

Application Process

  • How to Apply: If you want to be enlisted in this educational program, then you are recommended to take admission in the postgraduate research program at the University of Sydney. After being registered, you must submit an online application form for the opportunity. You will also need to apply for a Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend Scholarship (domestic or international).
  • Supporting Documents: Must submit a CV, academic certificates, feedback from two academic referees, and a personal statement with your application.
  • Admission Requirements:  To become a part of the university, you must meet the entry requirements of the program.
  • Language Requirement: If English is not your first language, you should provide evidence of English language ability: IELTS, TOEFL, or other acceptable proof. Please see the English Language Requirements section for more details.
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