University of Queensland
جامعة كوينزلاند (University of Queensland)
ForsaEduforsaedu.comAbout the scholarship program
The University of Queensland (UQ) in Brisbane, a member of Australia's Group of Eight, offers international students merit scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate coursework programs, usually as tuition-fee reductions, alongside research scholarships for PhD students covering fees and a living allowance. How to apply depends on the award. Details are on the university's scholarships website.
Tuition for international students
Available programmes
Each programme has its own requirements, documents and benefits. Open it to see them in full with the application steps:
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UQ International Excellence Scholarship
BachelorPartially Funded2 majorsDeadline varies by university or programme
Life and living
Brisbane · Australia
Life and living
Brisbane · Australia
Living in Brisbane
The sunny capital of Queensland on the Brisbane River, home to the University of Queensland (UQ) and host of the 2032 Olympics.
Student housing
UQ residences at St Lucia cost AUD 414–439 a week including utilities; UQ estimates off-campus living costs at AUD 1,326–3,739 a month.
Transport for students
Translink public transport fares are a permanent flat 50 cents per trip, whatever the distance.
Top landmarks
South Bank Parklands
Chris Olszewski · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Story Bridge
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Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
Last verified: October 2026
Sources:ABS – Regional population 2024-25University of Queensland – Cost of livingTranslink – Permanent 50 cent fares
Studying and living in Australia
Costs and living
Tuition Fees in Australia (2026/2027): • Bachelor's Degree: 30,000 to 48,000 AUD per year for business, IT, humanities, and sciences (higher for medical and dental programmes up to 85,000 AUD). • Master's Degree: 32,000 to 52,000 AUD per year across leading Australian institutions. Living Expenses & Student Visa Financial Requirement: • The official annual living cost requirement set by the Australian Department of Home Affairs for the Student Visa (Subclass 500) is 29,710 AUD per year (~2,475 AUD/month). • Regional living variations: Sydney and Melbourne are higher in accommodation costs; Adelaide, Perth, Canberra, and Newcastle offer more affordable student living.
Working while studying
Working During Studies: • International students holding a Subclass 500 visa can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during teaching periods, and unlimited full-time hours during scheduled university holidays. • Australia offers the world's highest national minimum wage (approximately 24.10 AUD per hour). Post-Study Work Rights (Subclass 485 Visa): • The Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485 - Post-Higher Education Work stream) allows graduates to live and work full-time in Australia: 2 years for Bachelor's, 3 years for Master's, and 3–4 years for PhDs. An extra 1–2 years are granted for regional study, creating clear pathways to Australian Permanent Residency (PR).
Faculties and programmes
5 faculties · 69 programmes
Faculties and programmes
5 faculties · 69 programmes
Programmes taught at each faculty, with study levels and teaching language where the university publishes them. Admission and funding differ per programme.
Faculty of Business, Economics and Law
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Accounting
- Business Management
- Corporate Law
- Criminal Law
- Economics
- Entrepreneurship
- Finance
- Hospitality Management
- Human Resource Management
- Human Rights Law
- International Business
- International Law
- Marketing
- Supply Chain Management
Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Aerospace Engineering
- Architectural Engineering
- Artificial Intelligence
- Biomedical Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Science
- Cybersecurity
- Data Science & Analytics
- Electrical Engineering
- Information Technology (IT)
- Materials Science & Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Petroleum Engineering
- Software Engineering
Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Dentistry
- General Medicine
- Medical Laboratory Sciences
- Nursing
- Nutrition and Dietetics
- Pharmacy
- Physical Therapy
- Psychology
- Public Health
- Social Work
- Sports Science
Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Anthropology
- Archaeology
- Curriculum & Instruction
- Digital Media
- Film & Television Production
- History
- International Relations
- Journalism
- Languages and Literature
- Music
- Philosophy
- Political Science
- Public Relations
- Sociology
- Theology & Religious Studies
- Translation
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Faculty of Science
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Agricultural Economics & Food Security
- Agricultural Engineering & Crop Science
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Environmental Science
- Forestry & Natural Resources Management
- Geography
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Soil and Water Sciences· Master, PhD
- Statistics
- Veterinary Medicine
Scholarships to study at this university
Scholarships from other funders that include this university among their partner universities.
Rotary Peace Fellowship 2028–2029 (Fully Funded)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps.
Funding type: Partially Funded. Announced benefits: 25% tuition reduction for the whole programme.
Deadline varies by university or programme. Follow the official website for updates.
Required documents: Official High School Transcripts & Certificate, Personal Statement for Teaching Career.
Apply directly on the official website: https://www.uq.edu.au. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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