Introduction

If you are eager to dive into Australian local experience and culture, the University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) should be an excellent option for you. Compared to other universities in Australia, UniSQ has a high percentage of local students, creating a vibrant Aussie culture that international students can explore. Additionally, the student-to-staff ratio at UniSQ is low, so you are likely to receive quick assistance from staff with any concerns or issues you may have.  

In 2023, to attract more international students, UniSQ has been offering multitude of scholarships for new commencing students. Check out the available scholarship below to see if you are eligible for.  

Destination Australia Scholarship

About the scholarship  

  • This scholarship is funded by Australian Department of Education to promote tertiary education in regional Australia. 
  • Value:  
    • For 2-year study, awardees will be assisted with a maximum value of $30,000  
    • For 3-year study, awardees will be assisted with a maximum value of $45,000 

Eligibility  

To be considered for this scholarship, you must:  

  • maintain a valid student visa for the whole duration of the scholarship 
  • have accepted an offer to study full-time, on-campus in Toowoomba, in a program with a 2-year or 3-year duration 
  • commence your study in 2023 
  • maintain full-time, on-campus (Toowoomba) enrolment for the whole duration of the scholarship 
  • ensure a sound level of academic achievement  
  • reside and maintain ongoing residency in Toowoomba or surrounding regional areas  

Selection process  

To assist with the selection process, applicants must: 

  • provide information of your previous academic achievement such as academic transcript, letter of completion, awards and any achievement that can support your application. 
  • submit a personal statement (500 words maximum) to answer below questions:  
    • Why are you interested in studying in a regional area in Australia? 
    • What influenced and motivated you to choose your intended study program? 
    • How have you contributed to your local community, and how do you plan to enrich the UniSQ Toowoomba community? 
  • Provide evidence that you will reside in Toowoomba or the surrounding regional suburbs and ensure that you will maintain your residency in this area.  
  • You will be prioritised for this scholarship if your study program aligns with the national skills priority list issued by Australia Government.  

Email SOL Edu at [email protected] to find out which study courses are currently on the priority list and learn how to increase your chances of securing this valuable scholarship. Our team will provide free assistance and guidance to help you through the process.  

International Student Support Scholarship 2023

About the scholarship  

  • This type of scholarship is designed to attract new international students to study at UniSQ. It is applicable for all study modes, including on-campus, external or online. 
  • Value: up to 20% of the tuition fees for the duration of the approved award program. Students are responsible for paying the remaining of their tuition fees. 
  • Awardees are required to maintain satisfactory academic performance for the whole duration of study at UniSQ. 
  • Closing date: 13 November 2023. 

Eligibility  

To be eligible for this scholarship, you must:  

  • be a new international student commencing in 2023 
  • receive an offer to study within one of the study periods in 2023 
  • meet the academic and English requirements for the program that they apply for 
  • not receive another UniSQ tuition fee scholarship 
  • not be a sponsored student, unless student is sponsored by an NGO or a government of a low or middle income country 
  • not be studying through an offshore partner. 

Selection Process  

This scholarship will be automatically assessed by UniSQ based on the information you provide on the international student application. Hence, it is advisable to prepare your application and supporting documents well in advance.  

If you would like assistance with preparing and submitting your application, please don’t hesitate to contact SOL Edu at [email protected] or 07 3003 1899. Our team, who have experience to help thousands of students get a scholarship, can help you with your application at no cost! 

ARC Linkage Project Funded PhD Scholarship

About the scholarship  

  • This scholarship is a part of grant project being conducted in UniSQ. The project investigates the provision of a blockchain-based solution for protecting the intellectual property and provenance of visual art. 
  • Value: covers the whole living allowance for your study at UniSQ with the stipend up to $32,000.00 annually 
  • Duration: up to 3 years  

Eligibility  

To apply for this scholarship, you must: 

  • have completed a research-based postgraduate qualification in a discipline related to the project (e.g. Information Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Computer Science, Computational Mathematics)   
  • must be enrolled in full-time on-campus 
  • not receive similar funding from the Australian Government 
  • commence the PhD program in 2023 
  • meet English requirements for PhD program, which is overall IELTS 6.5 with no band score under 6. 

Selection criteria  

As this scholarship is intended for research students, you must demonstrate a high level of academic achievement. The successful applicant are expected to: 

  • hold a qualification equal to Australian research postgraduate degrees 
  • have a strong academic record, such as journal article, creative work or presenting at conferences 
  • have completed study and/or work experience in the topic discipline 
  • have excellent verbal and written communication skills 

Application Process  

You need to submit the below documents to be considered for this scholarship 

  • Your CVs, which clearly states your research presentations and/or publications; 
  • Provide a research proposal highly related to the given topic  
  • Education qualifications: academic transcripts for all undergraduate and postgraduate awards 

Closing Date: 30 June 2023   

Space Engineering Technology PhD Scholarship – Ceramic Matrix Composite Materials and Process

About the scholarships  

  • This scholarship is a part of grant project being conducted in UniSQ. The project takes advantage of the weight savings and reusability of high temperature ceramic composites as aeroshell (heat shield and fuselage) for satellite launch vehicles.  
  • The two PhD programs will focus on both the manufacturability of ceramic matrix composite materials and the design and analysis of the composite components for the reusable satellite launch platform. 

Value: Stipend of AUD $33,000.00
Duration: 3 years  

Eligibility  

To be eligible applicants must: 

  • have completed a Bachelor’s degree with First Class Honours or Second Class Honours in the following fields: aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, mechatronic engineering, materials science or materials engineering; or 
  • have completed a Master’s degree with a GPA of at least 5.5 on a 7-point scale. It is noted that your master program must contain a significant research component.  

Additionally, applicants must: 

  • have applied to, or be currently enrolled in the PhD program at UniSQ; 
  • not be receiving equivalent support providing a benefit greater than 75% of the student’s stipend rate; 
  • be prepared to commence their studies prior to or no later than the end of June 2023. 

Selection Criteria  

As this scholarship is intended for research students, you must demonstrate a high level of academic achievement. The selection process will be based on: 

  • academic merit, previous research outputs and research experience of the applicant 
  • the quality of your research proposal 
  • whether or not you research record and proposal align with the research topic area – Space/Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Material Engineering/Science; 

Application Process  

To apply, please ensure you have digital copies of the below information: 

  • Your CVs, which clearly lists your research presentations and/or publications; 
  • Provide a research proposal highly related to the given topic 
  • Education qualifications: academic transcripts for all undergraduate and postgraduate awards 

Closing Date: 31 March 2023 

The research scholarships at UniSC covers 100% of the living cost for study, making it highly competitive to attain. SOL Edu team can provide you with important details and strategies to help you achieve this scholarship. Contact us at [email protected] or 07 3003 1899 for more information.