Western Sydney International Postgraduate Scholarship

Western Sydney University

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Details checked on 30 October 2026. Dates and amounts change every year. Always confirm on the official page.

Who can apply

International students (not Australian or New Zealand citizens or Australian permanent residents) starting a new coursework postgraduate programme for the first time in 2027 who meet the academic and admission requirements and accept their offer; commencement cannot be deferred. Not eligible: study abroad or exchange students, current Western Sydney students, programmes at the Sydney City campus, programmes under one year, research degrees such as PhDs, Master of Research, anyone with another tuition scholarship, or anyone with more than 80 credit points of advanced standing.

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About this opportunity

Western Sydney University offers merit-based postgraduate scholarships for eligible international applicants. The amount depends on the applicant's academic record and applicable scholarship category.

How to apply, step by step

1. Check that you are eligible. International students (not Australian or New Zealand citizens or Australian permanent residents) starting a new coursework postgraduate programme for the first time in 2027 who meet the academic and admission requirements and accept their offer; commencement cannot be deferred. Not eligible: study abroad or exchange students, current Western Sydney students, programmes at the Sydney City campus, programmes under one year, research degrees such as PhDs, Master of Research, anyone with another tuition scholarship, or anyone with more than 80 credit points of advanced standing.
2. Note the deadline. Automatic consideration with your admission application (first come, first served until the scholarships for the session are filled, so accept your offer early) Confirm the exact date on the official page.
3. Prepare your documents. Admission application; academic transcripts; passport and programme-specific documents.
4. Apply on the official page. Open the official application page and submit your application before the deadline.

How applicants are selected

Academic merit and eligibility screening

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Tips from our advisors

1. Review the current 2027 terms and programme exclusions before adding the award to a public listing.
2. Read the eligibility line by line before you write anything. Most rejections are eligibility mismatches, not weak essays.
3. Show a clear link between your past studies, this programme and your career goal. Committees look for a story, not a list.
4. Spend most of your time on the criteria with the highest weight in the selection breakdown above.
5. Ask your referees at least 4 weeks ahead and give them your CV, your draft SOP and the deadline.
6. "Rolling" or "varies" does not mean unlimited time. Funds are awarded as applications are reviewed, so apply early.
7. Submit at least 48 hours before the deadline. Portals slow down on the last day.

Quick answers

Who can apply for Western Sydney International Postgraduate Scholarship?

International students (not Australian or New Zealand citizens or Australian permanent residents) starting a new coursework postgraduate programme for the first time in 2027 who meet the academic and admission requirements and accept their offer; commencement cannot be deferred. Not eligible: study abroad or exchange students, current Western Sydney students, programmes at the Sydney City campus, programmes under one year, research degrees such as PhDs, Master of Research, anyone with another tuition scholarship, or anyone with more than 80 credit points of advanced standing.

What does Western Sydney International Postgraduate Scholarship cover?

A partial tuition fee waiver of AUD 10,000 or AUD 5,000 a year, depending on academic merit, for the CRICOS-registered length of the programme for the 2027 intake (the page also shows AUD 6,000 or 3,000 a year for up to two years for the 2026 intake and uses conflicting wording in places, so confirm the amount). It does not cover living costs

When is the deadline for Western Sydney International Postgraduate Scholarship?

Automatic consideration with your admission application (first come, first served until the scholarships for the session are filled, so accept your offer early) Dates change every year, so confirm on the official page.

Where can I study or work with Western Sydney International Postgraduate Scholarship?

Host countries: Australia.

What documents do I need for Western Sydney International Postgraduate Scholarship?

Admission application; academic transcripts; passport and programme-specific documents.

How are applicants selected for Western Sydney International Postgraduate Scholarship?

Academic merit and eligibility screening

How much work is the Western Sydney International Postgraduate Scholarship application?

Medium