University Postgraduate Award (UPA)
University Postgraduate Awards (UPAs) are a stipend to cover some living expenses.
The UPA is exclusive to University of Wollongong students pursuing doctorates and master’s degrees in philosophy. The University of Wollongong allocates a set number of UPAs (University Postgraduate Awards) annually depending on merit.
| Scholarship Value | stipend: $29,863* non-taxable * Stipends are indexed annually |
| Faculty | Business and Law; Science, Medicine, and Health; Engineering and Information Sciences; Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities |
| Study area: | Humanities & Social Inquiry; Education; Engineering; Environmental & Biological Sciences; Health; Accounting, Finance & Economics; Business, Marketing & Management; Law; Communications & Media; Computer Science & Information Technology; Creative & Performing Arts; Maths, Physics & Chemistry; Medical Science; Nursing; Psychology & Human Behavior; Social Sciences & Advocacy |
| Student type | Domestic students, International students |
| Student status | Current student |
| Duration | Three and a half (3.5) years full-time for Doctoral candidates and two (2) years for Master of Philosophy. |
| Application process | Please follow the instructions when you apply to UOW for your degree to apply for a UPA. Apply online. After applying, successful students might anticipate starting their UPA in the autumn session. |
| Eligibility requirements | Students commencing Doctoral degrees and Master of Philosophy. |
| Application closing date | 3 October, each year. |
Postgraduate Academic Excellence Scholarship
Scholarship details
| Total Amount | 30% off the tuition for a course that meets the basic requirements. |
| Commencement | 2024 |
| Enrolment requirement | Master’s degree (coursework) at UOW (exclusively for Australian campuses) *Without – Clinical Exercise Physiology, Nutrition, and Dietetics, Master of Psychology (Clinical), Teaching, Social Work (Qualifying), or Doctor of Medicine |
| Citizenship requirements | International student |
| Application type | No application is required. Students will be given this scholarship automatically. |
| Number of scholarships available | Unlimited |
Eligibility
- In 2024, start a new Master’s program at UOW (only on Australian campuses), except for degrees in teaching, social work, psychology, nutrition and dietetics, exercise physiology, and medicine.
- Possess outstanding academic standing (75+ WAM or equivalent).
- Having foreign student status
- not be eligible for any further funding, sponsorship, bursary, or savings
- Obtain a minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 50 at each enrollment session.
- Offers for the Graduate Certificate plus Master package are not qualified for the award.
Joint Postgraduate Scholarships Program
International Postgraduate Tuition Awards (IPTAs) are available to cover international HDR students’ tuition fees in certain circumstances.
IPTAs will be available under the following three conditions:
- Full Course IPTA
- Final Session IPTA
- Financial Hardship IPTA
Full Course IPTA
In addition, a Full Course IPTA will be available to international students who receive stipend scholarships (equal to the current UPA stipend value) to cover their tuition up to 4.0 EFTSL for doctoral degrees and 2.0 EFTSL for master’s degrees.
Final Session IPTA
Available to overseas students looking to finish their thesis with a final session IPTA. International students classified as working overtime in their studies and have an EFTSL (Equivalent Full Time Study Load) of >4.0 for doctoral degrees and >2.0 for Master of Philosophy degrees are also eligible for a Final Session IPTA. Regarding a final session of IPTA, students should speak with their supervisor and present proof that they are almost done with their thesis. If the supervisor concurs with the claim, s/he must apply to the Graduate Research School by the deadline for that particular session.
Financial Hardship IPTA
International students who need an IPTA for a single session due to financial difficulties can apply for this. To file an IPTA for economic hardship, students should speak with their supervisor and submit complete information about their financial situation that prevents them from paying fees. If the supervisor concurs with the claim, s/he must apply to the Graduate Research School by the deadline for that particular session.
| Scholarship Value | Tuition fees |
| Duration | Varying based on the type of IPTA |
| Application process | Your supervisor can access the application form on your behalf. Please refer to the application form for further information on supporting documentation. |
| Eligibility requirements | Doctoral and Master of Philosophy degree candidates. |
| Application closing date | Fall Session: February 27 Spring Meeting: July 27 |
| Faculty | Science, Medicine, and Health; Engineering and Information Sciences; Business and Law; Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities |
| Study area | Humanities & Social Inquiry; Education; Engineering; Environmental & Biological Sciences; Health; Accounting, Finance & Economics; Business, Marketing & Management; Law; Communications & Media; Computer Science & Information Technology; Creative & Performing Arts; Maths, Physics & Chemistry; Medical Science; Nursing; Psychology & Human Behavior; Social Sciences & Advocacy |
| Student type | International students |
| Student status | Current student |
