Ready to take the next step in your study journey but concerned about the cost?
Your postgraduate degree could be more affordable than you realise with a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP).
CSPs (reduced fee subsidised by the government) are available in a wide range of UTS courses. No separate application is required.
Applications are currently open for 2026.
Eligibility
To be considered for a CSP to one of our available degrees you must either:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen;
- hold an Australian permanent residency visa; or
- hold an Australian permanent humanitarian visa
CSPs for postgraduate courses are competitive as there are limited places available. The number of places and applicable courses vary each year, based on government funding, and are allocated based on merit. Certain courses may also have minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) requirements. Please see the respective course pages for details.
Applying for a CSP
Applications are assessed on an ongoing basis, and we recommend that you apply early to be considered. You must:
- Apply for your desired course via the UTS Student Portal (postgraduate applications tile); and
- Complete the CSP question in the application form. No separate application is required.
If you're eligible for a CSP offer, you’ll be notified of the outcome via email. As places are competitive, it’s important that you accept your offer by the lapse date indicated in your offer correspondence to retain your place.
Key dates
You must submit your application by the following dates to be considered for each respective round.
Applications received after Round 1 will only be considered if CSPs are available.
Autumn session (commencing 16 February 2026)
| Submit application with full documentation by | CSP Offer release date | Offer lapse date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | 4 January 2026 | By 16 January 2026* | 1 February 2026 |
| Late application | 25 January 2026 | Only if places are available | 2 March 2026 |
*If you applied for the Master of Pharmacy, you may not receive your CSP outcome until the commencement of Autumn B session.
Spring session (commencing 27 July 2026)
| Submit application with full documentation by | CSP offer release date | offer lapse date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | TBC | TBC | TBC |
| Late application | TBC | Only if places are available | TBC |
Summer session (commencing November 2026)
Please refer to the website for the Graduate Diploma in Midwifery for information on application deadlines.
Postgraduate courses
The following postgraduate programs have Commonwealth Supported Places available. Places are limited, so apply early to not miss out.
Business
| Course | Course code | CSP availability |
|---|---|---|
| Master of Social Impact and Not-for-Profit Management | C04288 | 2026 Autumn session 2026 Spring session (TBC) |
Design and Society
| Course | Course code | CSP availability |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Certificate in Writing, Editing and Publishing | C11371 | 2026 Autumn session 2026 Spring session (TBC) |
| Master of Architecture | C04235 | 2026 Autumn session 2026 Spring session (TBC) |
| Master of Planning | C04007 | 2026 Autumn session 2026 Spring session (TBC) |
| C04006 | 2026 Autumn session 2026 Spring session (TBC) |
Graduate School of Health
| Course | Course code | CSP availability |
|---|---|---|
| Master of Pharmacy | C04252 | 2026 Autumn B session |
Health
| Course | Course code | CSP availability |
|---|---|---|
| Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology | C04449 | 2026 Autumn B session |
| Graduate Certificate in Diabetes Education and Management | C11115 | 2026 Autumn session |
| Graduate Diploma in Midwifery | C07070 | 2026 Summer session |
Law
| Course | Course code | CSP availability |
|---|---|---|
| Juris Doctor | C04236 | 2026 Autumn session 2026 Spring session (TBC) |
| Juris Doctor Graduate Certificate in Professional Legal Practice | C04320 | 2026 Autumn session 2026 Spring session (TBC) |
| Juris Doctor Graduate Certificate in Trade Mark Law and Practice | C04364 | 2026 Autumn session 2026 Spring session (TBC) |
| Juris Doctor Master of Intellectual Property | C04363 | 2026 Autumn session 2026 Spring session (TBC) |
Science
| Course | Course code | CSP availability |
|---|---|---|
| Master of Forensic Science | C04391
| 2026 Autumn session 2026 Spring session (TBC) |
| Master of Forensic Science (Extension) | C04392 | 2026 Autumn session 2026 Spring session (TBC) |
| Master of Medical Biotechnology | C04390 | 2026 Autumn session 2026 Spring session (TBC) |
| Master of Medical Biotechnology (Extension) | C04388 | 2026 Autumn session 2026 Spring session (TBC) |
| Master of Quantitative Finance | C04373 | 2026 Autumn session 2026 Spring session (TBC) |
| Master of Science | C04241 | 2026 Autumn session 2026 Spring session (TBC) |
| Master of Science (Extension) | C04265 | 2026 Autumn session 2026 Spring session (TBC) |
Frequently asked questions
Will I still retain my CSP if I change my study load (from full-time to part-time or vice versa) after the commencement of the course?
Yes. We understand that your circumstances may change throughout the year which may impact your study load. Your eligibility for a CSP will not be affected.
I received a postgraduate domestic fee-paying offer but applied before the CSP closing date. Will I still be considered for CSP?
You’ll be considered for CSP for the respective round depending on when you submit your application. All applications are reviewed after the closing date with offers released in accordance with the release date for the respective round.
Please refer to your offer correspondence which will note whether you’re still being considered for CSP.
Can I still retain my CSP if I defer my offer?
No, as places are competitive, you’ll need to reapply to be considered for a future intake once you’re ready.
I’ve already started my course. Can I still be considered for a CSP?
You are only eligible for consideration for a CSP if you are commencing in the course.
I submitted a course transfer (continuing) application. Will I be considered for CSP?
Please submit a direct application via the UTS Student Portal (postgraduate applications tile) to be considered for a CSP.
I received an offer by invitation from the faculty. Will I be considered for CSP?
Please submit a direct application via the UTS Student Portal (postgraduate applications tile) to be considered for a CSP.
What if I don’t want a CSP?
If you don’t want to be considered for a CSP, simply indicate 'No' in your application form for the course you’re applying for.