Overview: These scholarships are available for international students pursuing research-focused postgraduate degrees (MPhil or PhD) at UQ
The University of Queensland offers fully funded Queensland Graduate School Scholarships for domestic and international students who wish to study in Australia.
The University of Queensland Graduate School Scholarship fully covers tuition fees, and provides a living stipend of $36,400 per annum tax free for selected candidates.
UQ has a strong focus on teaching excellence, having won more Australian Awards for University Teaching (AAUT) than any other university in the country and attracting the majority of Queensland’s highest academic achievers, as well as top interstate and overseas students.
More information about the 2025 University of Queensland RTP Scholarship, including a step-by-step procedure on how to apply, will be provided for interested candidates in this post.
University of Queensland Graduate School Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Australia
- Study Abroad: Study in Australia
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | $36,400 Stipend per year | Health Insurance
- Deadline: May 18, 2025
Benefits:
- Full tuition fee coverage
- Annual living stipend of AUD $36,400 (tax-free)
- Single Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
- Duration: 3.5 years, with a possible extension of 6 months
Eligibility:
- Nomination by a UQ enrolling school or institute
- Meet all admission requirements for a higher degree by research at UQ
- Not receiving another living allowance exceeding 75% of the UQGSS stipend
Application Process:
- Secure a UQ advisor for your research project
- Apply for a PhD or MPhil program at UQ
- Indicate interest in UQGSS during the application process
Application Deadline: May 18, 2025
UQ International Excellence Scholarship
Overview: This scholarship is aimed at high-achieving international students commencing full-time undergraduate or postgraduate coursework programs at UQ in 2025
Eligibility:
- Received an unconditional offer to study full-time at UQ commencing Semester 1 or 2, 2025
- Meet the program’s entry rank and English language proficiency requirements
- Achieved a competitive score as determined by UQ among the pool of offer holders
Destination Australia Scholarships (International)
Overview: Funded by the Australian Government, these scholarships support international students studying at UQ’s Gatton campus in 2025.
Benefits:
- Valued at AUD $15,000 per year for up to two years
- Applicable to programs such as the Master of Agribusiness and Agricultural Science
Eligibility:
- International students commencing degrees at UQ’s Gatton campus in 2025
Faculty of Science International Scholarships
Overview: These scholarships are for outstanding international students enrolling in undergraduate or postgraduate coursework programs in Science at UQ.
Benefits:
- Scholarships worth up to AUD $10,000
Eligibility:
- Outstanding academic achievement
- Enrollment in eligible Science programs
How to Apply
To explore and apply for these scholarships:
- Visit the UQ Scholarships Portal: Browse available scholarships and their specific eligibility criteria.
- Prepare Your Application:
- Secure a UQ advisor if applying for research degrees
- Gather necessary documents (academic transcripts, CV, research proposal, etc.)
- Submit Your Application:
- For coursework programs, apply for admission and indicate scholarship interest where applicable
- For research programs, apply for admission and select the relevant scholarship options during the application process
