Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP)
Australia · TAFE NSW · PhD
Free — check your eligibility, plus other funding you match.
Coverage
Stipend with Est. $30,000+ per year
Degree
PhD
Deadline
Est. often Aug–Nov for Semester 1 — verify current cycle
Funding type
Fellowship
About this funding
Supports international students undertaking research degrees. Provides tuition offsets and stipends for living costs (available at participating institutions).
Official funding pageAbout TAFE NSW
Full university profileTAFE NSW combines 130+ years of expertise with industry-aligned training, ensuring graduates are job-ready. Its flexible study modes and extensive campus network across NSW make it a top choice for career-focused international students.
Location
Sydney, New South Wales
Typical tuition
Est. AUD 12,000 - 25,000 / year
Student work rights in Australia
48 hrs / fortnight
Programs you could use this funding for
Other funding at TAFE NSW
TAFE NSW Vocational Course Scholarship
Partial with Est. $500 · Any
Australia Awards Scholarships
Fully Funded (Tuition, Airfare, Stipend) · Any
Destination Australia Scholarship
Stipend with Est. $15,000 per year · Any
TAFE NSW 15% Higher Education Scholarship
Partial with Est. 15% tuition credit · Bachelor
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