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Application guide

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This application guide has simplified the process to make it easy for you to apply for a postgraduate research degree at UNSW.

Follow the steps to apply for a postgraduate research degree:

• Review important information
• Find a research area and supervisor
• Develop a research proposal
• Prepare supporting documentation
• Apply online

Stage 1: Review important information

Before beginning an application, check if you are eligible for  admission .

Look at  fees  and research scholarship options,  English Language Requirements  and visas.

New postgraduate students can start their studies at the beginning of any of the four terms – check the  Higher Degree Research Academic Calendar  for starting dates.

See the  deadlines for submission of applications  for the next term.

For any other questions check the  FAQs section .

Stage 2: Find a research area & supervisor

With eight schools covering the breadth of engineering specialties, there are countless opportunities to engage in research in an area you are passionate about.

Different options to find a research area and supervisor:

• Graduate School of Biomedical Engineering
• School of Chemical Engineering
• School of Civil and Environmental Engineering
• School of Computer Science and Engineering
• School of Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications
• School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering
• School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering
• School of Photovoltaics and Renewable Energy Engineering
• Check out the advertised projects that are currently recruiting PhD candidates
• Search with  the University's Find a Researcher tool  to look for a supervisor who specialises in the area you are interested in

Stage 3: Develop a research proposal

The research proposal is one of the documents who will need for your application. The first step is to discuss your research proposal with your supervisor.

As a general guide, your research proposal should include the following:

• The title of your research description
• A statement of the research problem and its significance
• An outline of how you plan to address this problem
• Details of previous publications and/or research undertaken in your area of interest

Stage 4: Prepare supporting documentation

Required documents  include proof of English, proof of your supervisor’s agreement to supervise you, research proposal, certificate completion of previous degrees and scores, curriculum vitae (CV).

Documents must be in English or include an  accredited  English translation.

Stage 5: Apply online

You can track the progress of your application through your  UNSW Apply Online account .

If you have applied for both admission and a scholarship, both outcomes will be released after the date outlined at  Key Dates . If you have alternative funding and have applied for admission only, the outcome will typically take 6-8 weeks to be processed.

PhD and Honours student opportunities

We're always looking for talented PhD and Honours students to join us.

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Students enthusiastic about discovering fundamental principles in biology with an undergraduate degree in relevant disciplines including: molecular/structural/theoretical/cell biology, (bio-)chemistry, (bio-)physics, (bio-)engineering, immunology, virology, and mathematics. We welcome students from all countries, backgrounds and cultures. Contact us if you are interested in PhD positions or Honours projects. Honours is a research year for Bachelor's students at Australian universities. We also offer internships for students who want to gain experience in the lab before embarking on their PhD program.  

About us  

We are the Department of Molecular Medicine within the UNSW Medicine & Health's School of Biomedical Sciences ( SBMS ) at UNSW Sydney. Originally founded in 2015 as the EMBL Australia Node in Single Molecule Science (SMS), we have expanded and continue to host research groups as a part of the EMBL Australia Partner Laboratory Network. We also have links to UNSW Science's School of Physics . We're about 90 researchers from all over the world with different scientific backgrounds. We're committed to people and culture and aim to foster a vibrant and inclusive research environment. Our initiatives include a workplace culture roundtable, professional development programs and creative club. Our student society ( SEAMS ) organises events and retreats to share experience and build a supportive community.

Our labs and microscopes are located in the Lowy Cancer Research building in the biomedical precinct of UNSW Sydney. The campus is located in Kensington, a short distance from the city centre, parks and beaches.

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Our core scientific vision is to integrate across length scales how processes at the molecular level – the ‘bottom-up’ perspective of single-molecule biophysics – drive function at the systems level – the ‘top-down’ perspective of cell biology and physiology. We research a broad range of biological questions in areas including molecular self-assembly; intracellular transport; host-pathogen interactions; immune cell activation, migration and swarming; mechanobiology; and development. Our experimental systems range from self-assembly and reconstitution over cells and organoids to whole organisms, with a focus on advanced imaging approaches. The broad aim is to investigate molecular and cellular processes in real-time. We have strengths in theoretical biology that are integrated with laboratory experimentation. Projects also include technology development.

Learn more about our research focus areas.  

Please feel free to contact any of our group leaders if any of these research areas interest you.

PhD program at UNSW

The PhD at UNSW consists of a 3.5 year research project with a final thesis. PhD candidates are accompanied by a PhD panel to review goals, progress and wellbeing.

How to apply

There are three intakes of PhD students per year. Get in touch with potential supervisors at any time and then apply for admission and scholarships in the next available round. Scholarships are available to cover tuition fees and to provide a living allowance.

Step 1: Get in touch with potential supervisors for an interview. This is an informal process for you to meet different supervisors, talk about your interests and motivation, and discuss possible projects. Supervisors can then put you in touch with their students for a chat about their experiences. The aim is to identify a good fit between you and our research groups in the Department of Molecular Medicine. Potential supervisors can also guide you through the application process.  

Step 2: Apply for admission into the PhD program at UNSW and apply for a scholarship. Applications for admission and scholarships are integrated. Find relevant information at the links below. Application deadlines Scholarships for domestic and international students

Honours program at UNSW  

In the Australian system, Honours is a year of research undertaken at the end of an undergraduate degree. If you are a Science or Biomedical Sciences student interested in an Honours project as part of your undergraduate degree, just get in touch with Molecular Medicine group leaders to discuss potential projects. We have (co-)supervised students enrolled in Honours at SBMS  and Schools of Biotechnology & Biomolecular Sciences ( BaBS ) and Physics . Applications are submitted via the respective schools.

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Apply for postgraduate research

Follow the below steps to apply* for a research degree as a domestic or international research student.

These steps apply unless you are interested in the  Sydney Law School  or the  Business School , in which case you apply for your course first and if successful are allocated a supervisor.

• Determine eligibility and suitable course
• Develop your research proposal and find a research supervisor
• Applying for scholarships to support your research degree
• Gather required documentation and s ubmit your application onlin e

*The steps listed on this page are a guide and applicable to most courses. Please also check if there are any faculty-specific requirements .

1. Determine eligibility and suitable course

To be eligible to pursue postgraduate research study you will need previous research experience and a high academic record.  You need to have undertaken a significant research project or thesis in your previous university-level studies.

This could be the equivalent of:

• an Australian honours degree
• a master’s by research degree
• a master’s by coursework with a thesis component (dissertation)

We also consider your undergraduate performance. You will need a bachelor's degree with first or upper second-class honours. Below is a guide based on the University of Sydney grading system, equivalent requirements will be determined for other institutions:

• WAM of 75 over degree
• Honours class I WAM greater than 80
• Honours class II WAM between 75 and 80

English language requirements depend on the course, your country of origin and educational background. Find out if you need to prove  English language proficiency .

To apply for a PhD, you need to demonstrate sufficient prior research experience and capability. In most cases, you will have either:

• a bachelor's degree with first or upper second-class honours, or
• a master's degree performed at a high academic standard, which includes a substantial component of research, or
• an equivalent qualification that demonstrates research experience, excellence and capability.

In most cases, to apply for a master’s by research or a Master of Philosophy, you need to have one of the following:

• a bachelor’s degree with first or second-class honours from the University of Sydney or another approved institution
• an equivalent qualification that demonstrates sufficient research experience and capability.

If you’re interested in a Joint PhD program, you need to follow the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) application steps 1-3. In addition, your proposed supervisor will need to complete a proposal to negotiate a student agreement form. If accepted, you will also be required to sign an individual student agreement. After your student agreement is finalised, you will then be sent an application form for the Joint PhD program.

Please refer to the University's Dual and Joint Degree Policy for full policy details.

Download our  Joint PhD programs factsheet (pdf, 116KB)  to learn more.

2. Develop your research proposal and find a supervisor

Before you submit your application, you must first secure a supervisor. Carefully consider the subject of your research project and start to develop a research proposal to provide to potential academic supervisors. Your initial proposal will likely evolve, however, it is important to clearly explain your ideas about your research, show why your research is noteworthy and how it aligns with your proposed supervisor’s own research.

Check out these guidelines on how to  write a research proposal for a strong PhD application .

You can search for supervisors’ contact details via their academic profile, or you can search for supervisors and projects  by discipline, keywords, and research themes. Our faculty and research centre websites are also good places to start.

To support your enquiry, send an email describing your academic background and research experience, the topic you'd like to research and how your research project aligns with the work of your proposed supervisor. You must include your resume/CV, academic transcripts for all degrees and your initial research proposal. Please check your HDR course page on Sydney Courses for specific faculty requirements.

3. Applying for scholarships to support your research degree

We have one of the largest research scholarship  schemes in Australia. Scholarships can be a big help in funding your research or helping you with living costs while you do your research. Some scholarships are specific to a research project or discipline, and many are assessed on academic merit and research potential. Search for a scholarship .

When you submit your course application, you can elect to be automatically considered for the Research Training Program stipend. The stipend is competitively awarded and is based on academic merit and research potential.

For domestic students, you do not pay tuition fees as this is covered by the government Research Training Program fee offset. For international students, tuition fees are applicable. If you are an international student and are awarded RTP, this will cover your tuition fees and provide a stipend. Please note: there are limited places available in the Research Training Program for international students, and these are highly competitive.

Please refer to your course page on Sydney Courses for information about the fees you will need to pay, and also read our general information on fees and financial support .

Depending on your research project, many PhD students also work part-time to fund their study, similar to undergraduate and postgraduate coursework students.

4. Submit official application online with required documentation

Postgraduate research degree applications are open all year round, with most research intakes starting in Research Period 2 (March) and Research Period 3 (July). However, to be considered for the RTP stipend you will need to submit your application by these dates . You can still submit your course application past the RTP deadline but you will not receive a stipend outcome until the next round of RTP rankings.

Please check your course page on Sydney Courses for the research periods your faculty offers. We recommend applying as early as possible prior to your intended start date, and you will also need to discuss your start date with your supervisor.

International students are recommended to factor in the Department of Home Affairs visa processing times when considering a likely start date for their HDR course.

Documentation to include in your application form

When you have secured a supervisor, you will discuss and refine the project together. Once your research proposal is finalised, gather all the essential documents that you will need to submit with your application:

• Final research proposal. In conjunction with your supervisor, you’ll finalise your research proposal of up to 2000 words, covering the objectives and significance of your research. Refer to our  Research Proposal Guidelines .
• Official academic transcripts in the original language and English translation.
• Proof of English language proficiency if English is not your first language.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume.
• Evidence that a primary supervisor has agreed to supervise you. This could be a copy of the email correspondence showing the staff member’s agreement to supervise you. Sydney College of the Arts doesn’t require evidence of supervision, however, you must submit a portfolio with your application. The Sydney Conservatorium of Music may require you to attend an interview.
• Proof of identity: a valid passport (biodata page), an Australian birth certificate or an Australian or New Zealand citizenship certificate for domestic students.
• you’ll have sufficient time available to carry out the research under the supervision of the University and complete the course within the maximum period allowed for a part-time PhD enrolment
• a declaration from your employer (if relevant) confirming that you will be permitted to take the time required to effectively pursue your studies.
• Two referee reports (pdf, 113.7KB)
• Any other documents, such as a portfolio of work or audition, specified in the course listing for your degree.

International students  

If you are an international student, you will also need:

• To apply for your student visa, after you have received an offer of admission or an electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE) for an HDR course at the University.
• To pay a non-refundable  application processing fee . This fee is waived if you’re a sponsored student, or if you are granted an exemption by a University staff member during an office interview or recruitment event.
• If you would like to apply through an authorised University of Sydney agent, we have partnered with a range of  authorised agents who can apply to the University and make arrangements on your behalf.

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Our frequently asked questions provide further information on our HDR courses and the application process.

You will need to pass  health and security checks  if your research involves fieldwork in the New South Wales hospital and education systems. The  course page  details explain what admission criteria you need to satisfy to get into the course. 

You may also need to apply for approval from the Animal Ethics and/or Human Research Ethics Committee .

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*Please also refer to your faculty for additional admission requirements, or variations in the application process, which may apply.

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Determine your eligibility and research area

Read this information carefully before finding a supervisor or submitting your online application. You need to match your area of interest to one of our faculties and meet minimum eligibility requirements for your proposed postgraduate research program.

Visit Graduate Research Submit an Application and see Step 1 for detailed information. You will also need to investigate whether your research interest is a good fit for UNSW Sydney, so look at UNSW Faculties for each faculty’s research programs. 

In addition to the online application process, some schools and faculties have specific admission requirements.

Find a supervisor and write a research description

Most schools require you to contact your potential supervisor and secure their agreement to supervise you before you submit a formal application for admission. Your supervisor must be in the school you are applying to. When you have a supervisor, you should write a one-page description of your proposed research.  

Arts & Social Sciences and Built Environment applicants need to submit an Expression of Interest form (EOI) to the faculty, and then submit their successful EOI outcome as proof of contact.  

Visit Graduate Research Submit an Application and see Step 2 for instructions.  

Prepare your supporting documents

You need to submit supporting documents as part of the application process. They must be in English or include a certified English translation. Scanned copies may be accepted. Check with your faculty or school for requirements and also read Step 3 at Graduate Research Submit an Application . 

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Submit your application and supporting documents at Apply Online. Click ‘Register now’ and follow the prompts to set up a password, then begin your application. Please submit only one application. You can apply for UNSW Sydney scholarships within your research application. 

After submitting your application, you will receive an email confirmation with your UNSW Student ID and a list of any documents you still need to supply. You can log in to Apply Online to track the progress of your research application or submit additional documents. 

Applications for admission take around six to eight weeks to process. If you have applied for a scholarship, you will be informed of the scholarship outcome separately. For scholarship offer release dates go to Graduate Research Key Dates .

Accept an offer

If you are successful, you will receive an email offer of admission with instructions about how to accept. If we need more information, we might send a conditional offer with details of further documents you need to supply. 

After you have accepted your offer, you need to enrol. Enrolment into a research degree at UNSW must be done in person, and you will receive an email with information about the enrolment procedure. Visit Graduate Research Getting Started to learn more about the enrolment process. 

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Check your home university is a partner university with UNSW. If it is a partner, contact the Exchange Office at your university. If you are selected by your home university to participate in an exchange program at UNSW, they will nominate you via Endeavour, our online application form.

Receive application instructions

After you have been nominated by your university, you will receive an email with application instructions on how to complete and submit your application online and your login details.

Check your eligibility

Check that the courses you would like to study are offered in the term you will be at UNSW.

Submit your application

Check that the name on your application is the same as the one on your passport. Submit your application online and upload supporting documents including your most recent academic transcript (with English translation) as a pdf, the ID page of your passport, and proof of English language proficiency, if relevant. You will receive an email confirmation. 

It takes up to six weeks for Student Exchange to process your application. If successful, you will receive an email offer. Accept your offer online, pay your deposit and apply for housing.

Apply for a visa

You will receive details of how to pay your Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) fees. You will also receive your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for your visa application. 

Confirm your visa and book your flights

After your visa has been confirmed, book your flights and arrange accommodation so you arrive in time for orientation.

Create your student profile

Create your profile online at Study Abroad Student Registration

Check that the name on your application is the same as the one on your passport. As part of your application you need to upload supporting documents including your most recent academic transcript (with English translation) as a pdf, the ID page of your passport and proof of English language proficiency, if relevant. You will receive an email confirmation. 

We will send a letter of offer

It takes up to six weeks for Study Abroad to process your application. If successful, you will receive an offer by email. 

Accept your offer and apply for accommodation

Accept your offer and pay your deposit and Overseas Student Health Cover (OHSC) fees, if applicable. You will then receive your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).

After you receive your CoE, you can apply for your visa. We will give you details on how to apply.

Book your flights

After your visa has been confirmed, book your flights and arrange accommodation to make sure you arrive in time for orientation.

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To help you choose the best stream and subjects for your Foundation program, match them to your  preferred UNSW degree .

Choose your stream of study

UNSW Foundation Studies offers four streams that lead to an undergraduate degree.

Choose your Foundation program

There are four academic programs and nine specialised streams of study to choose from.

Complete the online application form and include the ID page of your passport, a valid copy of your student visa (if already granted), certified copies of your academic transcripts, copies of IELTS or TOEFL results and a parent consent form if you are under 18. You will receive email confirmation.

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It usually takes two business days to process an application. We may not be able to process your application until we have received all the documents.

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Choose your preferred English language course .

Click the ‘Apply now’ button on the English language course page . Enter your details and upload your supporting documents. If you are under 18, your parent or guardian will need to sign the form on your behalf. Also read Under 18 care .

When you receive your letter of offer, check the details carefully. Make sure you understand our Conditions of Enrolment .

To secure your place, you need to sign and return the Acceptance Agreement as well as your fee payment. The fees will be listed in your letter of offer. You will also need to organise health cover.

We will send you a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) and you can then apply for a visa.

Book your flights and arrange accommodation

After your visa has been confirmed, book your flights and organise accommodation to make sure you arrive in time for Orientation .

If you have any questions regarding your application, go to enquiry.unsw.edu.au ​

If you have any questions regarding your application, go to  enquiry.unsw.edu.au ​ .

Go to the Graduate Research website  for a detailed overview of the steps above.

Contact Global Education & Student Exchange by email [email protected] or phone on +61 9385 7276.

Go to the UNSW Institute of Languages website ​  for more detailed information. 

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Scholarship applications for most future and current undergraduate & postgraduate coursework students are online via the UNSW Scholarships website. Some external or other scholarship programs may require a different application process, so please check the information listed.

The indicative value of scholarships can be found in the relevant advertising and is confirmed in the Offer Letter that is sent to successful applicants. UNSW reserves the right to change the value of scholarships based on availability of funding. Applicants should not make decisions about undertaking study based on the availability of scholarship funding. Scholarships are limited in number and do not cover the full cost of tuition fees and living expenses you will incur as a full-time student.    

The indicative value of scholarships can be found in the relevant advertising and is confirmed in the Offer Letter that is sent to successful applicants. UNSW reserves the right to change the value of scholarships based on availability of funding.

Applicants should not make decisions about undertaking study based on the availability of scholarship funding. Scholarships are limited in number and do not cover the full cost of tuition fees and living expenses you will incur as a full-time student.    

To begin using the UNSW Scholarships online application system you first need to register.   Current UNSW Students  (includes domestic* (local) and international) Login ID: UNSW Student ID (zID, without the "z") Password: zID Password Future Students applying for  admission to UNSW Local undergraduate (includes high school leavers**) Login: UAC Application number (9 digits) Local Postgraduate (UAC Applicant) Login: UAC Application number (9 digits)   International (applied via UAC) Login: UAC Application number (9 digits) International (applied direct to UNSW) Login: UNSW Student ID (zID, without the "z") with '00' added to the end to make 9 digits.      *A domestic applicant for scholarship purposes means an Australian Citizen, Australian Permanent Resident, Australian Permanent Humanitarian Visa Holder, or New Zealand Citizen. New Zealand Permanent Residents are not considered local applicants for scholarship purposes. ** If you do not yet have a UAC Number, please use your Board of Studies number with a leading "1" e.g. "112345678". You MUST ensure you update to/provide a valid UAC Number prior to final submission of any scholarship applications.     

To begin using the UNSW Scholarships online application system you first need to register.

*A domestic applicant for scholarship purposes means an Australian Citizen, Australian Permanent Resident, Australian Permanent Humanitarian Visa Holder, or New Zealand Citizen. New Zealand Permanent Residents are not considered local applicants for scholarship purposes.

** If you do not yet have a UAC Number, please use your Board of Studies number with a leading "1" e.g. "112345678". You MUST ensure you update to/provide a valid UAC Number prior to final submission of any scholarship applications.     

If you are a domestic student, the registration login requires a 9 digit number. Please temporarily use a 9 digit number - ie the Board of Studies number with a leading "1" (e.g. "112345678") or create a 9 digit Login ID that you can remember. However you MUST ensure you update this to a valid UAC Number as soon as you receive it. If you are an international student, please use your UNSW Student ID number (zID) followed by '00' (i.e. 123456700), or create a 9 digit Login ID that you can remember. However you MUST ensure you update this to your UNSW Student ID number followed by '00' as soon as you receive this number.

If you are a domestic student, the registration login requires a 9 digit number. Please temporarily use a 9 digit number - ie the Board of Studies number with a leading "1" (e.g. "112345678") or create a 9 digit Login ID that you can remember. However you MUST ensure you update this to a valid UAC Number as soon as you receive it.

If you are an international student, please use your UNSW Student ID number (zID) followed by '00' (i.e. 123456700), or create a 9 digit Login ID that you can remember. However you MUST ensure you update this to your UNSW Student ID number followed by '00' as soon as you receive this number.

UNSW Scholarships encourages you to apply for multiple scholarships, provided you meet the Scholarship(s) eligibility criteria.  

UNSW Scholarships encourages you to apply for multiple scholarships, provided you meet the Scholarship(s) eligibility criteria.

Our general advice is that you may apply for, be offered and accept multiple scholarships, however the Manager of UNSW Scholarships will make a determination on which scholarships may be held concurrently based on the terms and conditions of the various scholarships.

Your submitted application(s) and progress of application(s) will only appear in the 'Submitted Applications Summary' section of your Scholarships account . You will automatically receive an email reminder to login once the result of your Submitted Application(s) is available. If the status of your scholarship application is showing as 'Being Assessed' it means that applications are being reviewed. Once results are released, the status of your application will be updated.

Your submitted application(s) and progress of application(s) will only appear in the 'Submitted Applications Summary' section of your Scholarships account .

You will automatically receive an email reminder to login once the result of your Submitted Application(s) is available.

If the status of your scholarship application is showing as 'Being Assessed' it means that applications are being reviewed. Once results are released, the status of your application will be updated.

You are able to un-submit your application before the closing date, which means you can edit your application up to this time, even if you have already submitted. You need to click on 'Complete your draft applications and submit' on the left hand menu and find the little red 'undo' arrow next to the scholarship you wish to un-submit. Once you have completed your application, you are able to submit again.

You are able to un-submit your application before the closing date, which means you can edit your application up to this time, even if you have already submitted. You need to click on 'Complete your draft applications and submit' on the left hand menu and find the little red 'undo' arrow next to the scholarship you wish to un-submit.

Once you have completed your application, you are able to submit again.

We cannot accept late applications. Please check the scholarship deadlines carefully and ensure you submit your application and supporting documentation by the dates listed.

Most scholarships cannot be deferred. If you are choosing to defer your program (e.g. to take a gap year) and you have received an offer of a UNSW Scholarship you will need to contact UNSW Scholarships to check if your scholarship can be deferred or not.

Yes. Submitting an application for a scholarship does not constitute an application for entry or guarantee entry to programs at UNSW - applicants who are not current UNSW students must apply for admission to UNSW separately. Click here for information on how to apply to UNSW. Should you be offered a program or faculty specific scholarship, it is your responsibility to ensure that you enrol in/are enrolled in the correct program. For those currently seeking entry to UNSW, it is your responsibility to ensure that your UAC preferences are such that you gain entry to the program required by the scholarship.    

Yes. Submitting an application for a scholarship does not constitute an application for entry or guarantee entry to programs at UNSW - applicants who are not current UNSW students must apply for admission to UNSW separately. Click here for information on how to apply to UNSW.

Should you be offered a program or faculty specific scholarship, it is your responsibility to ensure that you enrol in/are enrolled in the correct program.

For those currently seeking entry to UNSW, it is your responsibility to ensure that your UAC preferences are such that you gain entry to the program required by the scholarship.    

EQUITY SCHOLARSHIPS (ES) Equity scholarships assist students who may experience financial or other educational disadvantage with the costs of tertiary study and help them reach their academic potential. If you believe you experience any of the types of disadvantage listed below, you may be eligible for Equity Scholarships.  Carer responsibilities English language difficulty Financial hardship Indigenous Australian Long-term medical condition/disability or ongoing effects of abuse Refugee status Regional or remote disadvantage Sole parent responsibilities Applicants wanting to be considered for a UNSW Equity Scholarship must submit a UAC Equity Scholarship (ES) application. EDUCATIONAL ACCESS SCHEME (EAS) SCHOLARSHIPS Applicants who have submitted a  UAC Educational Access Scheme application  can also be considered for a scholarship.  Only commencing domestic undergraduate students are eligible to apply.  Applicants must demonstrate disadvantage(s) from one or more of the following categories:  Disrupted schooling Financial hardship Home environment & responsibilities English language difficulty Personal illness/disability Refugee status School Environment   For more information on the EAS application process, please refer to  www.uac.edu.au/eas  

EQUITY SCHOLARSHIPS (ES)

Equity scholarships assist students who may experience financial or other educational disadvantage with the costs of tertiary study and help them reach their academic potential.

If you believe you experience any of the types of disadvantage listed below, you may be eligible for Equity Scholarships. 

• Carer responsibilities
• English language difficulty
• Financial hardship
• Indigenous Australian
• Long-term medical condition/disability or ongoing effects of abuse
• Refugee status
• Regional or remote disadvantage
• Sole parent responsibilities

Applicants wanting to be considered for a UNSW Equity Scholarship must submit a UAC Equity Scholarship (ES) application.

EDUCATIONAL ACCESS SCHEME (EAS) SCHOLARSHIPS

Applicants who have submitted a  UAC Educational Access Scheme application  can also be considered for a scholarship.  Only commencing domestic undergraduate students are eligible to apply.  Applicants must demonstrate disadvantage(s) from one or more of the following categories: 

• Disrupted schooling
• Home environment & responsibilities
• Personal illness/disability
• School Environment  

For more information on the EAS application process, please refer to  www.uac.edu.au/eas  

UNSW Scholarships considers anyone who is not classed as living in a "Major city of Australia" a rural student, however some scholarships list specific requirements and you should always check individual scholarship criteria. In most instances rural areas will be considered according to the Australian Standard Geographical Classification - Remoteness Areas. You can check your status by using the link below. If you are currently living interstate you should only use the link below as a guide. If applying from a capital city in any state other than NSW you will be classed as living in a "Major city of Australia". http://www.doctorconnect.gov.au/internet/otd/Publishing.nsf/Content/locator

UNSW Scholarships considers anyone who is not classed as living in a "Major city of Australia" a rural student, however some scholarships list specific requirements and you should always check individual scholarship criteria.

In most instances rural areas will be considered according to the Australian Standard Geographical Classification - Remoteness Areas. You can check your status by using the link below. If you are currently living interstate you should only use the link below as a guide. If applying from a capital city in any state other than NSW you will be classed as living in a "Major city of Australia".

http://www.doctorconnect.gov.au/internet/otd/Publishing.nsf/Content/locator

Generally, scholarship applications need the following supporting documents: (1) Academic Supporting Documents High School Leaver Latest Year 12 School Report ATAR or IB Resullt (or equivalent) if applicable Other Certification First Year Undergraduate Students Final Year 12 School Report ATAR or IB result (or equivalent) Current Students/Postgraduate Coursework Students Most recent academic transcript or UNSW academic statement (for current UNSW students) (2) Other Supporting Documents - Leadership/Extra-Curricular Activities Evidence supporting your leadership/extra-curricular involvement. Examples include: Reference Letters Awards/Certificates It is important to check the details of each scholarship for any other documentation that might be required. Please note also that supporting documents need to be uploaded as one PDF file. 

Generally, scholarship applications need the following supporting documents:

(1) Academic Supporting Documents

High School Leaver

• Latest Year 12 School Report
• ATAR or IB Resullt (or equivalent) if applicable
• Other Certification

First Year Undergraduate Students

• Final Year 12 School Report
• ATAR or IB result (or equivalent)

Current Students/Postgraduate Coursework Students

• Most recent academic transcript or UNSW academic statement (for current UNSW students)

(2) Other Supporting Documents - Leadership/Extra-Curricular Activities

Evidence supporting your leadership/extra-curricular involvement. Examples include:

• Reference Letters
• Awards/Certificates

It is important to check the details of each scholarship for any other documentation that might be required. Please note also that supporting documents need to be uploaded as one PDF file. 

New Zealand (NZ) citizens are generally eligible to apply for scholarships that are open to domestic students (Australian citizens and Permanent Residents). Please check the specific scholarship eligibility criteria however as some programs may not be open to New Zealand citizens. You can find more information here about entrance requirements: http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/qualifications-standards/awards/university-entrance/entrance-to-australian-universities/ Please also refer to this link for the latest advice on a range of Australian Government reforms that may affect NZ students studying in Australia:  http://studyassist.gov.au/sites/studyassist/helpfulresources/pages/faqs-nz .  

New Zealand (NZ) citizens are generally eligible to apply for scholarships that are open to domestic students (Australian citizens and Permanent Residents).

Please check the specific scholarship eligibility criteria however as some programs may not be open to New Zealand citizens.

You can find more information here about entrance requirements: http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/qualifications-standards/awards/university-entrance/entrance-to-australian-universities/

Please also refer to this link for the latest advice on a range of Australian Government reforms that may affect NZ students studying in Australia:  http://studyassist.gov.au/sites/studyassist/helpfulresources/pages/faqs-nz .

The following websites provide more information to international students interested in studying at UNSW:  Future Students  and  UNSW International.   Students looking to undertake Postgraduate Research Programs (Master by Research or PhD) should visit the  Graduate Research School web site .  UNSW Scholarships manages all undergraduate and postgraduate coursework scholarships. Scholarships usually require a separate application process to applying for admission. Scholarships are highly competitive and there are fewer scholarships than applicants. We also have very limited scholarship programs for international students.  International Students should not rely only on scholarship support in order to study at UNSW, as there are no programs that will cover the full costs of studying and living in Australia.   Search and Apply for UNSW Scholarships Online The best way to search for UNSW scholarships is to visit our website:  scholarships.unsw.edu.au . There are many different scholarships with different eligibility criteria and closing dates.  Please select  International  in the Residency field to be directed to scholarships relevant to International Students.  To narrow your search down, you’re able to select criteria relevant to you; this is helpful if you want to find scholarships specific to a certain Faculty, degree program etc.  ALL  scholarships available through our office are listed on this site and any new scholarships will be listed as they become available.  Once you click Search, a list of scholarships will generate based on what you entered in your search.  By clicking on the title, you will be taken to a page containing the detailed information of the scholarship. Make sure you read through this information carefully - it lists important information such as eligibility and selection criteria, which will help you determine whether or not you are eligible to apply.

The following websites provide more information to international students interested in studying at UNSW:  Future Students  and  UNSW International.   Students looking to undertake Postgraduate Research Programs (Master by Research or PhD) should visit the  Graduate Research School web site . 

UNSW Scholarships manages all undergraduate and postgraduate coursework scholarships. Scholarships usually require a separate application process to applying for admission.

Scholarships are highly competitive and there are fewer scholarships than applicants. We also have very limited scholarship programs for international students.  International Students should not rely only on scholarship support in order to study at UNSW, as there are no programs that will cover the full costs of studying and living in Australia.  

Search and Apply for UNSW Scholarships Online

The best way to search for UNSW scholarships is to visit our website:  scholarships.unsw.edu.au . There are many different scholarships with different eligibility criteria and closing dates. 

Please select  International  in the Residency field to be directed to scholarships relevant to International Students.

 To narrow your search down, you’re able to select criteria relevant to you; this is helpful if you want to find scholarships specific to a certain Faculty, degree program etc.  ALL  scholarships available through our office are listed on this site and any new scholarships will be listed as they become available.

 Once you click Search, a list of scholarships will generate based on what you entered in your search.

 By clicking on the title, you will be taken to a page containing the detailed information of the scholarship. Make sure you read through this information carefully - it lists important information such as eligibility and selection criteria, which will help you determine whether or not you are eligible to apply.

You can only delete a draft application after the closing date for that scholarship.

Due to the large volume of scholarship applications, we cannot provide individual feedback to applicants regarding their application or why they were unsuccessful. If you attended an interview however, you may be able to request feedback from the interview panel. For privacy reasons UNSW Scholarships does not usually announce the successful recipients of scholarships.

Yes! Scholarships are also available at UNSW in second and later years of many programs, so when you enrol at UNSW continue to visit www.scholarships.unsw.edu.au . You may also be eligible to apply for an Honours Year and Travel Scholarships which could provide you with a wide range of enriching experiences.

Yes. If you take a gap year you can still apply for a Scholarship when applications open again the year after you complete your HSC if you didn't undertake any university study towards a degree during your gap year.

Scholarship payments are processed each term, subject to UNSW Scholarships confirming you met the Scholarship ongoing eligiblity requirements. If you have not received your payment, please ensure that: You have completed the Scholarship Acceptance Form and have provided your bank details.   Your bank account details are correct.   You are admitted and enrolled in a UNSW program. You meet the ongoing eligiblity requirements of your scholarship (i.e. Enrolment, Program/Plan, Academic Progress). However, if you have not received your scholarship payment or believe you have been paid the wrong amount, please contact UNSW Scholarships .

Scholarship payments are processed each term, subject to UNSW Scholarships confirming you met the Scholarship ongoing eligiblity requirements.

If you have not received your payment, please ensure that:

• You have completed the Scholarship Acceptance Form and have provided your bank details.  
• Your bank account details are correct.  
• You are admitted and enrolled in a UNSW program.
• You meet the ongoing eligiblity requirements of your scholarship (i.e. Enrolment, Program/Plan, Academic Progress).

However, if you have not received your scholarship payment or believe you have been paid the wrong amount, please contact UNSW Scholarships .

Conditions of scholarships vary; however they will be clearly outlined in the offer letter sent to successful applicants. You will need to ensure that you understand the conditions for your scholarship as part of the acceptance process.

Each Term UNSW Scholarships reviews the enrolment of recipients to confirm their eligibility to receive their scholarship(s). The Enrolment requirements relating to your scholarship is outlined in your offer letter(s). You must inform UNSW Scholarships of any variations you make to your enrolment so that accurate and timely scholarship payments are maintained. Leave of absence, degree program transfers and withdrawal from courses can affect your scholarship payments.

Each Term UNSW Scholarships reviews the enrolment of recipients to confirm their eligibility to receive their scholarship(s).

The Enrolment requirements relating to your scholarship is outlined in your offer letter(s).

You must inform UNSW Scholarships of any variations you make to your enrolment so that accurate and timely scholarship payments are maintained. Leave of absence, degree program transfers and withdrawal from courses can affect your scholarship payments.

Each Term, UNSW Scholarships reviews the academic progress of recipients to confirm their eligibility to receive their scholarship(s). Academic progression requirements relating to your scholarship is outlined in your offer letter(s). The Academic requirement can be: Credit Average (WAM of 65) Distinction Average (WAM of 75) Satisfactory Academic Progress (Generally this means that you must obtain a pass grade for all your courses and retain an Academic Standing status of 'GOOD') If you change your enrolment or do not make satisfactory academic progress, you must contact UNSW Scholarships. Your scholarship will be reviewed and may be suspended or terminated. If your scholarship is to be suspended we will send a notification email to your student email account. If you do not meet the academic requirement of your scholarship we may also notify your Faculty and they may request that you attend an interview with an Academic Advisor to discuss your progress.    

Each Term, UNSW Scholarships reviews the academic progress of recipients to confirm their eligibility to receive their scholarship(s).

Academic progression requirements relating to your scholarship is outlined in your offer letter(s).

The Academic requirement can be:

• Credit Average (WAM of 65)
• Distinction Average (WAM of 75)
• Satisfactory Academic Progress (Generally this means that you must obtain a pass grade for all your courses and retain an Academic Standing status of 'GOOD')

If you change your enrolment or do not make satisfactory academic progress, you must contact UNSW Scholarships. Your scholarship will be reviewed and may be suspended or terminated. If your scholarship is to be suspended we will send a notification email to your student email account.

If you do not meet the academic requirement of your scholarship we may also notify your Faculty and they may request that you attend an interview with an Academic Advisor to discuss your progress.    

Generally speaking, Scholarship/Award payments are issued as: Tuition Fee Scholarships: The scholarship/award is paid directly to your tuition fees each term, prior to the term census date. Stipend Scholarships:  The scholarship/award is paid via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) into your nominated Australian bank account. Residential Scholarships:  The Scholarship is paid directly to your College in the form of credit notes. Please refer to your UNSW Scholarship Offer letter for information on how your Scholarship is paid.

Generally speaking, Scholarship/Award payments are issued as:

• Tuition Fee Scholarships: The scholarship/award is paid directly to your tuition fees each term, prior to the term census date.
• Stipend Scholarships:  The scholarship/award is paid via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) into your nominated Australian bank account.
• Residential Scholarships:  The Scholarship is paid directly to your College in the form of credit notes.

Please refer to your UNSW Scholarship Offer letter for information on how your Scholarship is paid.

If you wish to change your bank account details before receiving your first payment you should contact UNSW Scholarships . If you wish to change your bank account details after receiving your first payment, please follow the below instructions: Log onto myUNSW Click My Staff Profile Click Payroll Information Click Update My Bank Accounts If you have any questions about scholarship payments please contact UNSW Scholarships. 

If you wish to change your bank account details before receiving your first payment you should contact UNSW Scholarships .

If you wish to change your bank account details after receiving your first payment, please follow the below instructions:

• Log onto myUNSW
• Click My Staff Profile
• Click Payroll Information
• Click Update My Bank Accounts

If you have any questions about scholarship payments please contact UNSW Scholarships. 

No, Scholarship payment dates are stipulated in the offer letter. If you are experiencing temporary financial difficulties, click here for information about student loans. If you choose to apply for a student loan, you must indicate that you are receiving a scholarship.     

No, Scholarship payment dates are stipulated in the offer letter.

If you are experiencing temporary financial difficulties, click here for information about student loans. If you choose to apply for a student loan, you must indicate that you are receiving a scholarship.     

Generally, scholarships that provide remission or exemption from fees and/or HECS are not regarded as income for Centrelink purposes. However, an allowance of any kind paid directly to a student may affect your Centrelink benefit. Please keep a copy of your scholarship offer letter to give to Centrelink, if required. Information about how Centrelink treats scholarships is available from Centrelink's Youth, Student and Austudy Hotline on 132 490 or from: www.centrelink.gov.au/internet/internet.nsf/individuals/exempt_equity.htm .     

Generally, scholarships that provide remission or exemption from fees and/or HECS are not regarded as income for Centrelink purposes. However, an allowance of any kind paid directly to a student may affect your Centrelink benefit.

Please keep a copy of your scholarship offer letter to give to Centrelink, if required.

Information about how Centrelink treats scholarships is available from Centrelink's Youth, Student and Austudy Hotline on 132 490 or from: www.centrelink.gov.au/internet/internet.nsf/individuals/exempt_equity.htm .     

UNSW does not withhold PAYG tax from scholarship or award payments. For this reason it is the responsibility of scholarship and award recipients to check with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and/or an independent tax adviser to ascertain if the payments they are receiving are classified as taxable income. The following is given as a guide only: Scholarships or awards held by students who are enrolled full-time are generally tax exempt. Scholarships which include a work experience component are generally tax exempt provided the work experience is not compulsory (i.e. the offer letter states 'you may be invited to undertake work experience with (company name) over the summer vacation period'. Scholarships held by students who are enrolled part-time are generally not tax exempt and may need to be declared as taxable income. For more information on whether or not your non-government scholarship is taxable please go to the Scholarship page on the ATO website. 

UNSW does not withhold PAYG tax from scholarship or award payments. For this reason it is the responsibility of scholarship and award recipients to check with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and/or an independent tax adviser to ascertain if the payments they are receiving are classified as taxable income.

The following is given as a guide only:

• Scholarships or awards held by students who are enrolled full-time are generally tax exempt.
• Scholarships which include a work experience component are generally tax exempt provided the work experience is not compulsory (i.e. the offer letter states 'you may be invited to undertake work experience with (company name) over the summer vacation period'.
• Scholarships held by students who are enrolled part-time are generally not tax exempt and may need to be declared as taxable income.

For more information on whether or not your non-government scholarship is taxable please go to the Scholarship page on the ATO website. 

No. UNSW makes scholarship payments through the payroll system but scholarship recipients are full-time students (not employees). Some students may also be enrolled part-time and be in receipt of scholarship payments, however that scholarship income may need to be declared to the ATO - refer to the ATO for further advice.

All scholars are invited to submit a donor report or thank you letter. You will receive a survey to complete in October/November.

Yes, provided your scholarship/award was made after 2006 and is not an equity scholarship. For more information on transcripts go to: https://student.unsw.edu.au/ahegs

Yes, provided your scholarship/award was made after 2006 and is not an equity scholarship. For more information on transcripts go to:

https://student.unsw.edu.au/ahegs

Scholars should not attempt to directly contact donors/companies that may be contributing to their scholarship program. You will be given an opportunity to write a scholar report and thank you note which will be passed on to the donors. Please contact UNSW Scholarships office should you wish to discuss your scholarship.  All coursework scholarships are managed by UNSW Scholarships and any and all correspondence regarding your scholarship should be with this office.

Yes, you must advise UNSW Scholarships if you are planning to change programs as this can impact your eligibility for your scholarships. Contact UNSW Scholarships to request approval to continue receiving your scholarship under a new program.

Some scholarships will require an annual scholar report to be submitted to the donors of your scholarship. If this is a requirement of your scholarship as detailed in the offer letter, we will send you a notification in October/November with a link to a survey which will form the report.

If your Faculty, School or Unit would like to set up a coursework scholarship program, please contact UNSW Scholarships to discuss the process and obtain the correct Protocol documentation. If you are an external Donor, organisation or partner and would like to set up a coursework scholarship, please contact the UNSW Division of Philanthropy  by phone: + 61 2 8936 4700 or by email: [email protected] 

If your Faculty, School or Unit would like to set up a coursework scholarship program, please contact UNSW Scholarships to discuss the process and obtain the correct Protocol documentation.

If you are an external Donor, organisation or partner and would like to set up a coursework scholarship, please contact the UNSW Division of Philanthropy  by phone: + 61 2 8936 4700 or by email: [email protected] 

  If your Faculty, School or Unit would like to set up a coursework scholarship program, please contact UNSW Scholarships to discuss the process and obtain the correct Protocol documentation. If you are an external Donor, organisation or partner and would like to set up a coursework scholarship, please contact the UNSW Division of Philanthropy  by phone: + 61 2 8936 4700 or by email:  [email protected]

If you are an external Donor, organisation or partner and would like to set up a coursework scholarship, please contact the UNSW Division of Philanthropy  by phone: + 61 2 8936 4700 or by email:  [email protected]

If you are a High School Leaver or future UNSW student and have forgotten your password, you will need to select the 'forgot password' option in the 'Future Student' box and type in your UAC number or Login ID in order to receive your new password. See below: If you are a current student you should be using your zPass via the Single Sign-On. If you are unsure and/or need to reset your zPass please visit: UNSW Identity Manager . Note that you need to register first before login into the system. If you have already registered once with your UAC number, you will need to login with the UAC number you used and update your details. See below:  

• If you are a High School Leaver or future UNSW student and have forgotten your password, you will need to select the 'forgot password' option in the 'Future Student' box and type in your UAC number or Login ID in order to receive your new password. See below:
• If you are a current student you should be using your zPass via the Single Sign-On. If you are unsure and/or need to reset your zPass please visit: UNSW Identity Manager . Note that you need to register first before login into the system. If you have already registered once with your UAC number, you will need to login with the UAC number you used and update your details. See below:

UNSW Scholarships are provided to specific stages in your Academic studies. If the error message appears that you are not in the correct stage you may need to update your profile in order to be eligible as you may be a 2nd year but the Scholarship is only available to 3rd year student or High School leaver. To update your stage go to 'personal details' under 'my profile' and select the correct year of study from the drop down list. See below:  

UNSW Scholarships are provided to specific stages in your Academic studies.

If the error message appears that you are not in the correct stage you may need to update your profile in order to be eligible as you may be a 2nd year but the Scholarship is only available to 3rd year student or High School leaver.

To update your stage go to 'personal details' under 'my profile' and select the correct year of study from the drop down list. See below:

Please check your inbox and junk mail. If an email has not reached you please check you are using the correct Login ID when entering your details into the system.

Please check your inbox and junk mail.

If an email has not reached you please check you are using the correct Login ID when entering your details into the system.

If you are a domestic student, the registration login requires a 9 digit number. Please temporarily use a 9 digit number - ie the Board of Studies number with a leading "1" (e.g. "112345678") or create a 9 digit user name that you can remember. However you MUST ensure you update this to a valid UAC Number as soon as you receive it. If you are an international student, please use your UNSW Application number or your student number. You will need to select 'international' when registering. See below:

• If you are a domestic student, the registration login requires a 9 digit number. Please temporarily use a 9 digit number - ie the Board of Studies number with a leading "1" (e.g. "112345678") or create a 9 digit user name that you can remember. However you MUST ensure you update this to a valid UAC Number as soon as you receive it.
• If you are an international student, please use your UNSW Application number or your student number. You will need to select 'international' when registering. See below:

You will need to combine all your support documentation in one single PDF file (size limit 10MB) and upload as a single document. We suggest: 1. You scan your documentation to your computer then "print/convert" them to PDF (if you have Adobe Acrobat Professional or a third party tool that enables you to create PDF documents). 2. If you have access to a PDF Photocopier/Scanner (available at many work places or perhaps your school) you can create a PDF copy of your documentation that way. Please make sure that you have included all documentation as specified in the Scholarship advertising. Please make sure you submit your application and upload your Supplementary Material prior to the closing date of the scholarship. Late applications will not be accepted.

You will need to combine all your support documentation in one single PDF file (size limit 10MB) and upload as a single document. We suggest:

1. You scan your documentation to your computer then "print/convert" them to PDF (if you have Adobe Acrobat Professional or a third party tool that enables you to create PDF documents). 2. If you have access to a PDF Photocopier/Scanner (available at many work places or perhaps your school) you can create a PDF copy of your documentation that way.

Please make sure that you have included all documentation as specified in the Scholarship advertising.

Please make sure you submit your application and upload your Supplementary Material prior to the closing date of the scholarship. Late applications will not be accepted.

Your supporting documents in your application will need to support the answers you have made in your application. You can include but not limited to: o Competition awards o School, coach or teacher references o Participation certificate in volunteer activities o School reports and academic transcripts

If you are receiving the "invalid session" notification, you are likely trying to log in using your Z number.  You probably have an existing account already.  When you initially registered, you would have used your UAC number and the password you chose at the time. You will need to select "not a UNSW student" and log in with your original information, then go into your personal details and update them. See below: If you have forgotten your password, you can re-set it and the link will be sent to the email address you used when you initially registered.

If you are receiving the "invalid session" notification, you are likely trying to log in using your Z number.  You probably have an existing account already. 

When you initially registered, you would have used your UAC number and the password you chose at the time. You will need to select "not a UNSW student" and log in with your original information, then go into your personal details and update them. See below:

If you have forgotten your password, you can re-set it and the link will be sent to the email address you used when you initially registered.

The grade field in the General Question session refers to the year you attained the achievement you are selecting.

When viewing the advertisement for an individual scholarship through your ‘my application’ that is part of a Common Group Scholarship Application, it will have under ‘Application Process’ a blue hyperlink that re-directs to the Common Group advertisement on the main website. To avoid going in a loop and to apply for the Common Group Scholarship Application you will need to type in the scholarship code for the common group in the search bar in ‘search and apply for scholarships’ through your ‘my application’ section on your personal profile. The scholarship will then appear in the search results and you will be able to click on ‘Apply Now’ to begin your application.

When viewing the advertisement for an individual scholarship through your ‘my application’ that is part of a Common Group Scholarship Application, it will have under ‘Application Process’ a blue hyperlink that re-directs to the Common Group advertisement on the main website.

To avoid going in a loop and to apply for the Common Group Scholarship Application you will need to type in the scholarship code for the common group in the search bar in ‘search and apply for scholarships’ through your ‘my application’ section on your personal profile.

The scholarship will then appear in the search results and you will be able to click on ‘Apply Now’ to begin your application.

The 'COLLECTED' status refers to the scholarship being under review, pending a final outcome to be decided.

The Accepted-Details Required status means that you have accepted your scholarship and you must enrol into courses for your zID and zpass to become active on the scholarships system. For the purposes of acceptance we take Accepted-Details Required as a valid acceptance, and the remaining requirements can be completed gradually before the commencement of the term. Once you have enrolled into your courses your zID and zpass will become active within 24-48 hours. You can then update your profile details, which will vary between the different types of scholarships. You will need to go back through the acceptance process again for this to work. If your scholarship is paid via a stipend, then you will need to update your profile to your zID, declare whether you have other scholarships and also provide banking details, in your own name. If your scholarship is paid via a tuition fee waiver then you only need to update your zID and declare whether you have any other scholarships. After this your status will change to Accepted Conditional Offer. It will not go to Awarded status until the Scholarships Office is ready to process your payment.  

The Accepted-Details Required status means that you have accepted your scholarship and you must enrol into courses for your zID and zpass to become active on the scholarships system.

For the purposes of acceptance we take Accepted-Details Required as a valid acceptance, and the remaining requirements can be completed gradually before the commencement of the term.

Once you have enrolled into your courses your zID and zpass will become active within 24-48 hours.

You can then update your profile details, which will vary between the different types of scholarships. You will need to go back through the acceptance process again for this to work.

If your scholarship is paid via a stipend, then you will need to update your profile to your zID, declare whether you have other scholarships and also provide banking details, in your own name.

If your scholarship is paid via a tuition fee waiver then you only need to update your zID and declare whether you have any other scholarships.

After this your status will change to Accepted Conditional Offer. It will not go to Awarded status until the Scholarships Office is ready to process your payment.

Postgraduate students or International students who have begun their application process and received their zID (student number) but have not yet been admitted to UNSW will need to select "Register" in the Future Student box. Under the Login ID type your zID (without the zID), followed by "00". For example: 123456700. You will then be able to register.  

• Postgraduate students or International students who have begun their application process and received their zID (student number) but have not yet been admitted to UNSW will need to select "Register" in the Future Student box.
• Under the Login ID type your zID (without the zID), followed by "00". For example: 123456700. You will then be able to register.

Domestic - Commencing Undergraduate study in Term 1 2024? Scholarship offers will be made progressively from ATAR release (14 December). The Scholarship team will also be available at the UNSW Info Day ( Friday 15 December) to answer your questions. Visit the 2024 Commencing Undergraduate Scholarships for Domestic Students page  for more information.   International - Commencing Undergraduate or Postgraduate Coursework study in Term 1 2024? The main round of scholarship offers for International Undergraduate and Postgraduate Coursework Students Commencing in Term 1 2024 will be made from Tuesday 19 December 2023 onwards. Subsequent offer rounds may be made in January. If you have received an offer and are having difficulties accepting it in the Scholarship Application Online portal, please refer to the instructions linked in your scholarship offer email. If you are unable to resolve the issue using these instructions, please lodge an enquiry via Contact us . International Student Award Please direct any urgent questions about the International Student Award application and acceptance process to the UNSW Admissions team via the  enquiry form .

Domestic - Commencing Undergraduate study in Term 1 2024?

Scholarship offers will be made progressively from ATAR release (14 December). The Scholarship team will also be available at the UNSW Info Day ( Friday 15 December) to answer your questions.

Visit the 2024 Commencing Undergraduate Scholarships for Domestic Students page  for more information.  

International - Commencing Undergraduate or Postgraduate Coursework study in Term 1 2024?

The main round of scholarship offers for International Undergraduate and Postgraduate Coursework Students Commencing in Term 1 2024 will be made from Tuesday 19 December 2023 onwards. Subsequent offer rounds may be made in January. If you have received an offer and are having difficulties accepting it in the Scholarship Application Online portal, please refer to the instructions linked in your scholarship offer email. If you are unable to resolve the issue using these instructions, please lodge an enquiry via Contact us .

International Student Award

Please direct any urgent questions about the International Student Award application and acceptance process to the UNSW Admissions team via the  enquiry form .

As outlined in the Scholarship Acceptance form, "If you do not have a UNSW Student ID (zID) you will need to update it once you have received an Offer of Admission [to UNSW]." If you have accepted the Scholarship Offer; you will: Receive an email advising you that your acceptance has been received; and The status of your Scholarship Offer will be updated to "Accepted - Details required". Once you have received an offer of admission, you will need to update your login details and provide UNSW Scholarships with your bank account details (if required). 

As outlined in the Scholarship Acceptance form, "If you do not have a UNSW Student ID (zID) you will need to update it once you have received an Offer of Admission [to UNSW]."

If you have accepted the Scholarship Offer; you will:

• Receive an email advising you that your acceptance has been received; and
• The status of your Scholarship Offer will be updated to "Accepted - Details required".

Once you have received an offer of admission, you will need to update your login details and provide UNSW Scholarships with your bank account details (if required). 

If you have received multiple Scholarship Offers, please contact UNSW Scholarships  via email or webform enquiry for advice. In some instances you may be approved to hold more than one scholarship or award, however these are reviewed individually and approved on exception.

If you have received multiple Scholarship Offers, please contact UNSW Scholarships  via email or webform enquiry for advice.

In some instances you may be approved to hold more than one scholarship or award, however these are reviewed individually and approved on exception.

Details of the Scholarship Offer are available in your Scholarship Application Online account. If you do not know your account details, please complete the following steps: Go to the Scholarships Website - www.scholarships.unsw.edu.au Click on ‘Register / Login’. Select ‘Forgot Password’. Enter your UAC Undergraduate Admission application number, your UAC Equity Scholarship application number (if applicable), or your UNSW Student ID (zID) followed by '00'. Click on ‘Submit’. You will then receive an email advising you of your temporary password for the Scholarships portal. Log into your Scholarships account using the login details provided in the email. Click on 'Submitted Applications Summary' and view the offer letter. If you have any questions about the offer or have any issues logging in, please contact UNSW Scholarships .

Details of the Scholarship Offer are available in your Scholarship Application Online account.

If you do not know your account details, please complete the following steps:

• Go to the Scholarships Website - www.scholarships.unsw.edu.au
• Click on ‘Register / Login’.
• Select ‘Forgot Password’.
• Enter your UAC Undergraduate Admission application number, your UAC Equity Scholarship application number (if applicable), or your UNSW Student ID (zID) followed by '00'.
• Click on ‘Submit’.
• You will then receive an email advising you of your temporary password for the Scholarships portal.
• Log into your Scholarships account using the login details provided in the email.
• Click on 'Submitted Applications Summary' and view the offer letter.

If you have any questions about the offer or have any issues logging in, please contact UNSW Scholarships .

UAC sends an initial notification to Equity Scholarship applicants who have received a Scholarship Offer. UNSW Scholarships will email a formal offer letter within 2 business days with further details including the name of the scholarship, value and duration, along with instructions on how to accept. Please ensure you accept your offer by the deadline listed.

UAC sends an initial notification to Equity Scholarship applicants who have received a Scholarship Offer.

UNSW Scholarships will email a formal offer letter within 2 business days with further details including the name of the scholarship, value and duration, along with instructions on how to accept. Please ensure you accept your offer by the deadline listed.

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Deadline to Submit Fall 2024 Application to Graduate

September 8.

Students completing their degree requirements in Fall 2024 must apply to graduate by Sunday, September 8, in MyPNW on the Apply to Graduate Graduation and Commencement Task. This application is required whether or not you plan to participate in a Commencement ceremony. Information from the application is used to order your diploma.

For more information regarding Graduation requirements and Commencement participation, visit the  Pre-Graduation Guide  for critical deadlines and valuable resources.

To request a disability-related accommodation, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity at [email protected] or (219) 989-2163 five days prior to the event.

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Master's students must submit to the Graduate School a  Candidacy Application for an Advanced Degree .

Graduate students who have not already done so must  apply online to graduate  through  buff portal  on the “apply for graduation” card in order to have the degree awarded in August.

Doctoral students must complete the PhD dissertation defense or final examination by this date.

Summer 2024 Graduation Deadlines

Graduate students, mark your calendars for these approaching graduation deadlines for summer 2024

​Master's students must submit to the Graduate School a  Candidacy Application for an Advanced Degree . Applications follow a workflow process and must be approved by the academic department before they are directed to the Graduate School.

Graduate students who have not already done so must  apply online to graduate  through  buff portal  on the “apply for graduation” card in order to have the degree awarded in August. This is required even though there is no university-wide ceremony. PhD students must enter their dissertation title as part of the online graduation application; you may update the title through the portal until this date. This title will appear on your transcript after your degree is awarded. 

Doctoral students must complete the PhD dissertation defense or final examination by this date. Notice of the examination must be provided to the Graduate School using the  doctoral final examination form  two weeks before the exam.

PhD students must  submit the dissertation  with Thesis Approval Form to ProQuest by this deadline. The dissertation must be  submitted electronically  for review and approval by Graduate School staff by the end of the business day. The single-page  Thesis Approval Form  (TAF) must be uploaded as a supplemental file with the dissertation in order for the submission to be complete. Students whose dissertations are received after this deadline, or those not submitted with the TAF, must apply to graduate at the following semester's commencement.

PhD and DMA students must fill out the  Survey of Earned Doctorates (SED)  online  by this deadline. Learn more about the survey on the National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics website .

Master's students must complete the thesis defense or final examination by this date. Notice of the examination must be provided to the Graduate School using the  master's final examination form  two weeks before the exam. Certain units do not require an exam for non-thesis students. Please contact your department with any questions.

Doctoral grade changes must be submitted for incomplete courses taken during previous or current semesters.

Master's thesis plan students must  submit the thesis  and Thesis Approval Form to ProQuest by this deadline. The thesis must be  submitted electronically  for review and approval by Graduate School staff by the end of the business day. The single-page  Thesis Approval Form  (TAF) must be uploaded as a supplemental file with the dissertation in order for the submission to be complete. Students whose dissertations are received after this deadline, or those not submitted with the TAF, must apply to graduate at the following semester's commencement.

Master’s grade changes must be submitted for incomplete courses taken during previous semesters.

Deadline for summer doctoral graduates to  update diploma name or address  in Buff Portal.

Deadline for summer master's graduates to  update diploma name or address  in Buff Portal.

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