University of Sydney Vice-Chancellor international coursework awards — 2027 round 3
The University of Sydney
Partial, one-time award of AUD 5,000–60,000 for exceptional international students starting a University of Sydney bachelor’s or coursework master’s degree in Semester 1, 2027. An unconditional offer by 16 November 2026 is needed for round 3 consideration.
The Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarships Scheme supports high-achieving commencing international coursework students. Awards are based on academic merit assessed through the admission application; there is no separate scholarship form. The Semester 1, 2027 round 3 cutoff is 16 November 2026. The award is made once in the first year and is not renewable. Research degrees are outside this coursework scheme.
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Benefits
One-time award selected from AUD 5,000, 10,000, 20,000, 40,000 or 60,000 according to ranking and available funds. The award is paid in the first year only and is not a full-degree tuition or living-cost guarantee.
Eligibility summary
International applicants who have applied for, but not started, a CRICOS-registered onshore bachelor’s or coursework master’s degree at the University of Sydney and receive an unconditional offer by the relevant round deadline. Australian Government scholarship recipients are ineligible.
Requirements
Apply for an eligible coursework degree and secure an unconditional admission offer by 16 November 2026. Eligible applicants are considered automatically. Accept the unconditional offer within the period stated for the scholarship round.
Documents required
No separate scholarship application. Provide the admission documents required for the chosen eligible coursework degree and obtain an unconditional offer by the deadline.
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How to submit applications
Official University of Sydney VCIS page verified 19 October 2026. Round 3 Semester 1 2027 close date is 16 November 2026; exact time is not specified. Distinct from research RTP awards. Up to AUD 60,000 but award amount depends on ranking and funds.
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