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International Scholarships

At UniSC, we offer a range of scholarship opportunities to our international students.

In addition to the scholarships listed below, international students should also check with their home institution and government to find out if other scholarship options are available to them.

In 2027, UniSC offers these exciting scholarships to its commencing international students.

UniSC International Welcome Grant

Start your studies in 2027 with some extra support from UniSC!

The International Welcome Grant provides a credit of up to A$2,500 towards your future UniSC study costs, with the grant value based on the Student Visa (Subclass 500) application charge you paid.

The International Welcome Grant is the only grant that can be combined with other scholarships. Eligibility criteria and terms and conditions are outlined below.

Terms and Conditions

  • The UniSC International Welcome Grant is available to eligible international students commencing studies at the University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC) in 2027.

  • To be eligible for the UniSC International Welcome Grant, a student must:

    • be an international student who requires a Student visa to study in Australia;

    • be enrolled in an eligible UniSC program or package of programs, namely:

      • an AQF-level undergraduate program; or

      • an AQF-level postgraduate coursework program; or

      • Tertiary Preparation Pathway leading into an AQF-level undergraduate program; or

      • Postgraduate Qualifying Pathway leading into an AQF postgraduate coursework program; or

      • Postgraduate Study Abroad;

    • be required to complete 48 units or more at UniSC to complete their program;

    • incur a UniSC tuition fee;

    • have applied for and been granted a new Australian Student visa as the primary applicant;

    • have used a UniSC-issued Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) to obtain the Student visa; and

    • enrol and commence studies at UniSC in a teaching period during 2027.

  • The value of the UniSC International Welcome Grant will be equal to the base Student visa application charge for the primary applicant less any applicable concessions as outlined on the Department of Home Affairs’ website.

  • The UniSC International Welcome Grant will be credited to the student's UniSC account following:

    • formal acceptance of their UniSC offer;

    • receipt of evidence of payment of the base Student visa application charge;

    • and Student visa grant;

and after the census date for their first teaching period, provided all eligibility requirements have been met.

  • The UniSC International Welcome Grant is applied as a credit towards UniSC tuition fees and eligible University charges only (excluding Overseas Student Health Cover). It cannot be paid directly to the student under any circumstances.

  • If a student withdraws from their program, fails to enrol, fails to commence studies, or otherwise ceases to be eligible before the UniSC International Welcome Grant has been fully applied against UniSC tuition fees and eligible University charges (excluding Overseas Student Health Cover), any unused portion of the grant will be forfeited.

  • The value of the UniSC International Welcome Grant will not be included in any tuition fee refund calculation and cannot be used to offset any cancellation charges incurred. No part of the grant will be refunded to a student who withdraws from their studies or becomes otherwise entitled to a refund.

UniSC Global Future Scholarship

Your future is global, and it starts at UniSC! Take the next step towards your dream of studying in Australia with the UniSC Global Future Scholarship.

If you are a new international student who is starting studies at UniSC in 2027 and holds a passport from an eligible country, you can benefit from a 20% tuition fee reduction for the duration of your UniSC program, making it easier to turn big ambitions into exciting opportunities. 

Eligible citizenships
Argentina
Austria
Bahrain
Belgium
Brazil
Brunei Darussalam
Cambodia
Canada
Chile
China
Colombia
Costa Rica
Croatia
Czechia
Denmark
Ecuador
Estonia
Fiji
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Hong Kong
Hungary
Iceland
Indonesia
Ireland
Italy
Japan
Korea, Republic of
Kuwait
Lao People's Democratic Rep
Latvia
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Macao
Malaysia
Maldives
Mauritius
Mexico
Mongolia
Netherlands
New Caledonia
Norway
Oman
Papua New Guinea
Peru
Poland
Portugal
Qatar
Saudi Arabia
Singapore
Slovakia
Slovenia
Solomon Islands
South Africa
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
Taiwan
Thailand
United Arab Emirates
United Kingdom
United States of America
Uzbekistan
Vanuatu
Viet Nam

 

If you are eligible, the UniSC Global Future Scholarship will be automatically included in your offer. 

This scholarship can only be combined with the UniSC International Welcome Grant. Eligibility criteria and terms and conditions are outlined below.

 

Terms and Conditions

  • The UniSC Global Future Scholarship is available to eligible international students commencing studies at the University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC) in 2027.

  • The UniSC Global Future Scholarship applies only to the citizenships identified as eligible by UniSC at the time of offer. Citizenships are subject to change. Contact UniSC International to confirm if a nationality is eligible.

  • To be eligible for the UniSC Global Future Scholarship, a student must:

    • be an international student holding a passport from an eligible country;

    • be enrolled in an eligible UniSC program or package of programs, namely:

      • an AQF-level undergraduate program; or

      • an AQF-level postgraduate coursework program; or

      • Tertiary Preparation Pathway program leading into an AQF-level undergraduate program; or

      • Postgraduate Qualifying Pathway leading into an AQF postgraduate coursework program; or

      • Postgraduate Study Abroad;

    • incur a UniSC tuition fee; and

    • enrol and commence studies at UniSC in a teaching period during 2027.

  • The UniSC Global Future Scholarship is valid for the duration of the UniSC program/s for which an offer was made. This scholarship cannot be transferred to another program if a student changes their UniSC program after commencement.

  • To remain eligible for the UniSC Global Future Scholarship, a student must continue to be classed as an international student.

  • The UniSC Global Future Scholarship applies to the officially scheduled and published tuition fees for the relevant program and teaching period.

  • The UniSC Global Future Scholarship is calculated on a per course basis and will be reflected on the UniSC student account after acceptance of the offer and enrolment in courses and prior to the fees due date of the relevant teaching period to which the scholarship applies.

  • The UniSC Global Future Scholarship is applied as a tuition fee reduction towards UniSC tuition fees. It cannot be paid directly to a student under any circumstances.

  • The UniSC Global Future Scholarship cannot be used in conjunction with any other UniSC international scholarships or tuition fee reductions (e.g. partner discount) except for the UniSC International Welcome Grant.

UniSC Bright Future Scholarship

A brighter future starts with you! Turn your passion into a rewarding career and take the next step towards your future with the UniSC Bright Future Scholarship.

If you are a new international student starting in an eligible UniSC programs in 2027, you can enjoy a 20% tuition fee reduction for the duration of your UniSC program, helping you build the skills, knowledge and confidence to make your mark on the world. 

Eligible programs

The following programs are currently eligible for the International Bright Future Scholarship:

  • UB013 Bachelor of Nursing Science
  • SC307 Bachelor of Prosthetics and Orthotics
  • BH002 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
  • SC705 Master of Cyber Security and Forensics
  • AR707 Master of Social Work (Qualifying)
  • MC010 Master of Engineering (Professional)
  • MC006 Master of Engineering Project Management 

If you are eligible, the International Bright Future Scholarship will be automatically included in your offer.

This scholarship can only be combined with the UniSC International Welcome Grant. Eligibility criteria and terms and conditions are outlined below.

 

Terms and Conditions

  • The UniSC Bright Future Scholarship is available to eligible international students commencing studies at the University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC) in 2027.

  • The UniSC Bright Future Scholarship applies only to the programs identified as eligible by UniSC at the time of offer. Programs are subject to change. Contact UniSC International to confirm if a program is eligible.

  • To be eligible for the UniSC Bright Future Scholarship, a student must:

    • be an international student;

    • be enrolled in:

      • an eligible program; or

      • a package of UniSC programs leading to an eligible program; or

      • Postgraduate Study Abroad;

    • incur a UniSC tuition fee; and

    • enrol and commence studies at UniSC in a teaching period during 2027.

  • The UniSC Bright Future Scholarship is valid for the duration of the UniSC program/s for which an offer was made. This scholarship cannot be transferred to another program if a student changes their UniSC program after commencement.

  • To remain eligible for the UniSC Bright Future Scholarship, a student must continue to be classed as an international student.

  • The UniSC Bright Future Scholarship applies to the officially scheduled and published tuition fees for the relevant program and teaching period.

  • The UniSC Bright Future Scholarship is calculated on a per course basis and will be reflected on the UniSC student account after acceptance of the offer and enrolment in courses and prior to the fees due date of the relevant teaching period to which the scholarship applies.

  • The UniSC Bright Future Scholarship is applied as a tuition fee reduction towards UniSC tuition fees. It cannot be paid directly to a student under any circumstances.

  • The UniSC Bright Future Scholarship cannot be used in conjunction with any other UniSC international scholarships or tuition fee reductions (e.g. partner discount)  except for the UniSC International Welcome Grant.

There are other scholarships available from within UniSC, as well as from external providers. Individual Schools may also offer prizes and awards to high achieving students.

Some scholarship opportunities are highlighted below:

UniSC Asylum Seeker Scholarships

UniSC supports four (4) asylum seeking undergraduate and postgraduate students on temporary visas in financial need. The UniSC Asylum Seeker Scholarship assists with tuition fees and the cost of living.

U3A Merit-based Equity Bursary

The U3A Merit-based Equity Bursary will support one (1) merit-based equity bursary for an undergraduate international student in second year and above who shows a commitment to community involvement.

Australia Awards

The Australia Awards aim to promote knowledge, education links, and enduring ties between Australia and our neighbours through Australia's extensive scholarship programs. The program brings together scholarships offered by the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFAT), the Department of Education and the Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR). Read more about Australia Awards at UniSC.

Northcote Graduate Scholarship

The Northcote Graduate Scholarship scheme is administered by the Britain-Australia Society on behalf of the Northcote Trust. Scholarships are to enable students normally resident in the United Kingdom to undertake a higher degree at an Australian University. There are no limitations to the field of study, however preference is given to applications where there is a clear reason for study to be undertaken in Australia. Read more about the Northcote Graduate Scholarship.

Some of these scholarships, prizes and awards may be available to citizens or permanent residents from select countries only. Review the scholarship offering to determine if you are eligible.