UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN QUEENSLAND (UNISQ)
UniSQ International PhD Stipend and Fee Research Scholarship
full · phd
- AUD 35,000 / year stipendLiving stipend
- Full tuition for up to 3 yearsFee coverage
- Industry Stream option60-day internship route
- All disciplinesEligible fields
- International students onlyWho can apply
- AustraliaWhere you study
At a glance
full
Funding
€21k
Max amount
Sep 30, 2026
Deadline
All nationalities (international students only)
Country
University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ)
Provider
The UniSQ International PhD Stipend and Fee Research Scholarship is a doctoral award from the University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) in Australia, aimed at international students undertaking a PhD across any research discipline, with preference for UniSQ's priority research areas. The scholarship provides a living stipend of AUD 35,000 a year and covers full tuition fees for up to 3 years of full-time study, with any prior study toward the degree deducted from the funded duration. An Industry Stream adds a compulsory 60-day internship with an industry partner and requires a co-funded or industry-funded stipend top-up plus a Letter of Support. There are also dedicated awards for women in STEMM and for students with disabilities, supporting diversity in research. Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree with First Class Honours or equivalent, be eligible for full-time on-campus enrolment, and be international students who are not Australian or New Zealand citizens or Australian permanent residents. Selection weighs academic achievement, research capability, project alignment with UniSQ priorities and the strength of the proposed supervisory team. Because the exact stipend rate and deadline are set each cycle, confirm the current figures on the official UniSQ scholarships page before applying.
What's covered
- Annual stipend — A living-cost stipend of AUD 35,000 per year to support the recipient during full-time PhD study.
- Tuition fees — Full tuition fees covered for up to 3 years of full-time study; any prior study toward the degree is deducted from the funded duration.
- Industry Stream top-up — Industry Stream students receive a co-funded or industry-funded stipend top-up worth ~AUD 5,000 (est.) or more, set by the industry partner, alongside a 60-day internship.
- Women in STEMM scholarships — Dedicated funding lines support women in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Medicine on the same stipend-and-fee basis.
- Students with disabilities — Dedicated scholarships ensure equal access for students with disabilities pursuing PhD research at UniSQ.
- Three-year research tenure — Combined stipend and fee support is committed for up to 3 years of full-time doctoral study, subject to satisfactory progress.
How to apply
Applications are submitted through the UniSQ Scholarship Application Management System with a supervisor support letter and a statement addressing the selection criteria.
- Secure a supervisor — Identify a potential supervisor at UniSQ and obtain a Supervisor Support Letter for your proposed research project.
- Prepare your documents — Assemble a CV with research outputs, a preliminary thesis topic proposal, proof of citizenship and a statement of claim addressing the selection criteria.
- Add Industry Stream materials — If applying to the Industry Stream, ensure the industry partner completes the Letter of Support confirming the internship and stipend top-up.
- Gather academic records — Provide the testamur and academic transcripts for all undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications.
- Submit your application — Submit through the UniSQ Scholarship Application Management System before the published deadline.
Eligibility
Academic qualificationMust hold a Bachelor's degree with First Class Honours or an equivalent academic achievement.
EnrolmentMust be eligible for full-time, on-campus enrolment in a PhD programme at the University of Southern Queensland.
NationalityMust be an international student, not an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian permanent resident.
Study periodMust begin or continue PhD studies in the relevant cycle for which the scholarship is offered.
Industry Stream conditionsIndustry Stream applicants must secure a co-funded or industry-funded stipend top-up and provide a Letter of Support from the industry partner for the 60-day internship.
Preference is given to research that aligns with UniSQ's priority research areas, though applications are welcomed across all disciplines.
Eligible countries
All nationalities (international students only)
Deadlines
PhD 2026/2027~30 September 2026 (est.)
PhD 2027 (later round)~March 2027 (est.)
Selection
Selection is based on academic achievement (honours class, postgraduate performance and academic awards), research capability (publications, conference presentations and research-related internships), research project alignment with UniSQ's research priorities and the Australian research landscape, and the strength of the proposed supervisory team, including the supervisor's publication record and ability to support the research.
Verified sources
- Scholarships - University of Southern Queenslandunisq.edu.auofficial
- Research study scholarships - UniSQunisq.edu.auofficial
About the provider
The University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) is an Australian public university with campuses in Toowoomba, Springfield and Ipswich and a strong focus on regional, agricultural and applied research. It hosts an active higher-degree research community across science, engineering, business, education and the humanities.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
Who offers the UniSQ International PhD Stipend and Fee Research Scholarship?
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The University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) in Australia offers it to attract international PhD researchers.
How much is the stipend?
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AUD 35,000 per year to support living expenses during the PhD programme.
Does it cover tuition fees?
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Yes. Full tuition fees are covered for up to 3 years of full-time study, with any prior study deducted from the funded duration.
Which disciplines are eligible?
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All research disciplines, with preference given to projects that align with UniSQ's priority research areas.
What is the Industry Stream?
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An option featuring a compulsory 60-day internship with an industry partner, requiring a co-funded or industry-funded stipend top-up and a Letter of Support.
Are there scholarships for women in STEMM?
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Yes. UniSQ offers dedicated scholarships for women in STEMM and for students with disabilities to support diversity in research.
Who is eligible to apply?
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International students with a Bachelor's degree at First Class Honours or equivalent who can enrol full-time and on campus at UniSQ.
Can Australian citizens apply?
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No. The scholarship is for international students only, not Australian or New Zealand citizens or Australian permanent residents.
How do I apply?
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Through the UniSQ Scholarship Application Management System, with a supervisor support letter and a statement of claim addressing the criteria.
What documents are required?
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A supervisor support letter, CV, preliminary thesis topic proposal, proof of citizenship, statement of claim, and academic transcripts and testamur.
How is the scholarship selected?
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On academic achievement, research capability, project alignment with UniSQ priorities and the strength of the proposed supervisory team.
Where can I confirm current figures and dates?
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On the official UniSQ research scholarships pages, which publish the current stipend, fee coverage and application deadline.