Research is complex. Applying for a research degree doesn't have to be
Follow the steps below to prepare your application. You can submit your application anytime, but if you're applying for a competitive scholarship, make sure you know the closing date.
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Application process
Before you apply
To be able to apply for a research degree, you need to have:
- confirmed a supervisor
- selected a course with your supervisor
- completed any faculty-specific pre-admission requirements
- written a research proposal, and
- certified, translated and prepared all of your documents
Step 1: Find your research topic
UTS research delivers real-world impact that makes a difference to the world we live in. What problem will you tackle?
- Explore UTS research
- Search for a supervisor with expertise in your field
- Check whether your faculty has pre-admission requirements
- Learn more about writing your research proposal.
Step 2: Plan your degree
Check the details and create a plan that's right for you.
- Check the eligibility criteria for research degrees.
- Explore scholarships and funding
- Understand fees and costs.
Step 3: Prepare your application
Submitting your application is easier if you've prepared everything in advance.
- Check application closing dates
- Complete any pre-application requirements for your faculty
- Write your research proposal
- Prepare your documents.
What to expect in the application form
If you have prepared your documents, the application form will take approximately 20 minutes to complete.
In the application form, you’ll be asked to provide proof that you:
- meet the eligibility criteria
- meet the English language requirements
- have confirmed funding or proof that you can financially support yourself, and
- completed pre-admission requirements.
You’ll also be asked if:
- you would like to be considered for a UTS competitive scholarship, and
- you have an existing relationship or affiliation with UTS.
Once you register an account for the UTS Student Portal, you can save and complete your application at any time.
How to submit your application
- Use Google Chrome as your internet browser.
- Register a Future Student account in the UTS Student Portal.
- Activate your account by clicking the link in the verification email.
- Set up multifactor authentication when prompted.
- Once you’re logged in, select Apply for a course.
- Choose Higher degree research.
- Follow the prompts to complete your application and submit all documents.
After you apply
We'll send you an email to confirm that we’ve received your application.
If you're an international student, we may contact you to complete checks for your student visa. In this case we'll connect you with an authorised agent to help.
How we'll notify you of the outcome
You’ll receive an email confirming the outcome of your application. While this process usually takes 12 weeks, factors out of our control may delay a decision.
Accepted applications
If your application has been accepted, you’ll receive a letter of offer via email. It will include:
- your suggested start date
- your UTS student number
- your scholarship status, and
- information on how to accept your offer.
Additionally, international students will receive:
- a confirmation of enrolment (CoE) that you can use to apply for an visa, and
- forms that you need to fill out and return to accept your offer.
Declined applications
If your application has been declined and you would like feedback, contact the faculty or institute you applied to.
Track & update your application
The UTS Student Portal is your main source of information during this time.
In the portal you can:
- track the progress of your application, and
- add supporting documentation.