Summary
The University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) offers the International Stipend and Fees Research Scholarship (DPHD) for international candidates pursuing or commencing a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). The scholarship covers full tuition fees and provides a living allowance stipend for up to 3 years of full-time equivalent study, supporting high-achieving international researchers across UniSQ’s flagship research areas.
Designation
- Program: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
- Position: PhD Research Scholar / Higher Degree by Research (HDR) Candidate
Scholarship Overview
| Feature | Details |
| Scholarship Name | International Stipend and Fees Research Scholarship (DPHD) |
| Host Institution | University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) |
| Study Level | Postgraduate Research (Doctor of Philosophy / PhD) |
| Coverage / Value | AUD $39,000 per annum stipend + full tuition fee coverage |
| Duration | Up to 3 years (Full-time equivalent) |
| Application Mode | Online via UniSQ Scholarship Application Management System |
| Application Deadline | 27 September 2026 |
Research Area
Applications across all research areas are welcome, with priority given to projects aligned with UniSQ’s Flagship Research Areas.
- Special Streams & Allocations:
- Optional Industry Stream (includes a mandatory 60-day industry internship and requires an industry partner Letter of Support).
- Dedicated allocations for Women in STEMM.
- Dedicated allocations for Students with Disabilities.
Location
- Institution: University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ)
- Campuses: Toowoomba, Springfield, or Ipswich, Queensland, Australia (On-campus enrollment required)
Eligibility / Qualification
To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Academic Qualifications: Must hold a Bachelor’s degree with First Class Honours, or an equivalent level of academic achievement.
- Citizenship: Must be an international applicant (not an Australian citizen, New Zealand citizen, or Australian permanent resident).
- Enrollment Status: Eligible to enroll full-time, on-campus in the PhD program at UniSQ.
- Commencement: Must commence or continue PhD study in 2027. (Continuing students must have eligible remaining candidacy).
Scholarship Description & Benefits
- Stipend: An annual living allowance of AUD $39,000 per annum.
- Tuition Fees: 100% tuition fees covered by UniSQ for a maximum of 3 years full-time equivalent study (prior study towards the degree will be deducted).
- Single Application: Stipend and tuition fee support are awarded together via a single unified application.
How to Apply
- Apply for PhD Admission: Admission to the Doctor of Philosophy program is a separate mandatory process that must be initiated to be considered.
- Find a Supervisor & Topic: Consult potential UniSQ supervisors to align your research topic with UniSQ flagship areas.
- Prepare Required Documents:
- Completed Statement of Claim (co-signed by applicant and supervisor).
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) including research publications, conference presentations, and awards.
- Preliminary Research Thesis Topic Proposal.
- Proof of citizenship (e.g., Passport copy).
- Complete academic transcripts and degree certificates (undergraduate and postgraduate).
- (If applying for the Industry Stream) Signed Letter of Support from the industry partner.
- Submit Application: Complete and submit your application through the UniSQ Scholarship Application Management System.
Last Date to Apply
- Application Deadline: 27 September 2026
- Contact for Queries: Graduate Research School at
hdrscholarships@unisq.edu.au
