The University of Queensland (UQ) is one of Australia’s leading teaching and research universities. UQ has educated and worked with outstanding people for over a century to deliver knowledge and leadership for a better world. Since it was founded in Brisbane in 1909, The University of Queensland (UQ) has provided exceptional study experiences, research excellence, and collaborative partnerships. It ranks #43 in the QS World University Rankings 2024. The University of Queensland is ranked #36 in Best Global Universities.
Scholarships are available for outstanding international students in undergraduate or postgraduate coursework programs. The University of Queensland scholarships offer financial assistance to international students through various need or merit-based scholarships. Fully Funded Scholarship in the University, Australia aims to reward the achievements of outstanding school leavers and gap year students.
International Onshore Merit Scholarship
| Scholarship value | A$5000 – $10,000 tuition fee reduction |
| Enrolment status | Future UQ student |
| Scholarship focus | Academic excellence |
| Student type | International |
| Study level | Undergraduate |
| Scholarship duration | Fee reduction applied to the first 2 semesters (1 semester for Foundation students |
| Study area | All study areas |
| Number awarded | May vary |
Eligibility
- are an international students
- have completed your most recent qualification in Australia.
- have achieved a competitive score as determined by the University when ranked among the pool of offer holders for programs in their commencement semester.
And you:
- have received an offer to study full-time at UQ commencing Semester 1 or 2, 2024 in an Approved Program. This includes most undergraduate and postgraduate programs with a few exceptions.
- have satisfied the program entry and English language proficiency requirements.
- will enrol full-time.
And you have not received:
- received another scholarship, tuition fee reduction or rebate from UQ.
- a full scholarship or sponsorship from another organisation (applicants with partial scholarships or sponsorships may be considered).
How to apply
You don’t need to submit an application for this scholarship.
UQ International Excellence Scholarship
| Scholarship value | 25% reduction in tuition fees per semester |
| Enrolment status | Future UQ student |
| Scholarship focus | Academic excellence |
| Student type | International |
| Study level | Undergraduate |
| Scholarship duration | For the duration of the program (up to 4 years) |
| Study area | All study areas |
| Number awarded | May vary |
Eligibility
- are an international students
- high school leaver and have achieved an entry rank of 99.
- are an undergraduate student or postgraduate student and have achieved a GPA equivalent of 6.75 and above (on the UQ 7-point scale).
And you:
- have received an unconditional offer to study full-time at UQ commencing Semester 1 or 2, 2024 in an eligible program. This includes most undergraduate and postgraduate programs with a few exceptions.
- have satisfied the program entry rank and English language proficiency requirements.
- will enrol full-time.
And you have not:
- received another scholarship, tuition fee reduction or rebate from UQ.
- received a full scholarship/sponsorship from another organisation (applicants with partial scholarships/sponsorships may be considered).
How to apply
You don’t need to apply for this scholarship.When you apply to study a program at UQ, you’re automatically considered for this scholarship if you meet the eligibility criteria.
Destination Australia Scholarship (International students)
| Scholarship value | AUD $15,000 per year |
| Applications open | 7 December 2023 |
| Applications close | 15 January 2024 |
| Scholarship duration | For the program’s duration (maximum 4 years) |
| Number awarded | May vary |
| Enrolment status | Future UQ student |
| Student type | International |
| Study level | Undergraduate |
| Study area | Agriculture and animal sciences, Science and mathematics |
| Scholarship focus | Academic excellence, Experiences and employability, Financial hardship, Rural or remote |
Eligibility
- are international students
- Hold a student visa for the scholarship’s duration.
- are a commencing student
- Are UQ alums commencing a different program (for example, a Master’s after completing a Bachelor’s degree)
- Have a complete offer to study an eligible program delivered entirely at the UQ Gatton campus in 2024 (you can accept your complete offer after the scholarship application deadline).
And you:
- will study full-time via Internal study mode at UQ’s Gatton campus for the scholarship’s duration
- Reside in a regional area of Australia for the scholarship’s duration as defined by the Australian Statistical Geography Standard Remoteness Structure 2016 (Australian Bureau of Statistics)
And you’re starting any of the below programs in 2024:
- Agricultural Science
- Veterinary Science (Honours)
- Bachelor of Veterinary Technology
- Wildlife Science
- Master of Agribusiness
- Agricultural Science master
- Master of Animal Science
Dual degrees with the Bachelor of Agribusiness are only eligible if they are delivered part-time at
Students from low-socioeconomic status (low-SES), and who are first in family to tertiary study, and those living with a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.
How to apply
Complete the online application form.
You will need to submit:
- a personal statement (limit 300 words).
Selection criteria
We’ll consider:
- eligibility under the program guidelines
- academic merit
- your personal statement
UQ values diversity and inclusion and may consider this when we review your application.
What happens next
We’ll send you an email to confirm we’ve received your application.
