Funding
A scholarship or prize can give you the financial independence to concentrate on your studies. Find out which scholarships are available, when they’re open, and how to apply.
Various sources of funding are available if you are studying topics on or related to Southeast Asia at the University of Sydney. Browse the scholarships below, including our annual Honours Scholarship, funding for doctoral fieldwork, financial support to undertake international exchange and travel, and funding through the Department of Indonesian Studies.
Background: This scholarship aims to promote international understanding and advance your academic development by enabling you to spend part of your degree studying in an approved overseas institution.
How much: $5000.
How long: One semester only
Eligibility:
Further information: Scholarships Office
Background: Scholarships offered by Sydney Abroad
For: All currently enrolled undergraduate and postgraduate students
How much: Valued at $10,000 each, we offer up to 350 scholarships a year
How long: Short-term and semester-long programs.
Eligibility: You need to have a credit average (65 percent or higher) over the most recent 48 credit points you have completed in your current course. You need to be enrolled full time at the University of Sydney while you study on exchange, and any classes you enrol in at your host university need to be approved by your faculty so they can be credited towards your Sydney degree.
Selection times: May/June for exchanges commencing in the second half of the year; October/November for exchanges commencing in the first half of the following year.
Further information: Sydney Abroad: sydney.abroad@sydney.edu.au, +61 2 8627 8322, or visit the study abroad and student exchange website.
Background: This scholarship supports students who are interested in Asia, and want to actively contribute to Australia's success in Asia in their chosen field.
How much: $12,000
How long: One to two semesters
Eligibility:
Further information: Scholarships Office
The University of Sydney also offers hundreds of scholarships to help undergraduate and postgraduate students achieve their study goals. Find out more about general scholarships and prizes on offer.