University of Queensland scholarships in Australia

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• 92 $273,000 / yr closes 31 Dec 2026 Postgraduate (research)

  Alliance for Healthy Ageing (AHA) in Western Queensland - PhD or MPhil Top-Up Scholarship

  Supervisor: Professor Claire Jackson Associate supervisor: Dr Caroline Nicholson The AHA aims to prevent, delay or reverse frailty in the community. Utilising a multidisciplinary, integrated, digitall…

  University of Queensland

• 92 $35,000 / yr closes in 25 days Postgraduate (research)

  Charles M. Lilley Scholarship

  This scholarship was established in 2025 and is supported from funds held on trust by Perpetual Trustee Company Limited (Perpetual), from the Will of the late Charles Mitford Lilley, who was a medical…

  University of Queensland

• 84 $15,000 closes 30 Jun 2027 Postgraduate (research)

  The ARC Centre for Climate-Resilient Water has 7 projects across three universities with three themes spanning Collaborative Governance (and Climate Scenario Modelling), Reliable Water and Future Precincts

  Supervisor: Professor Steven Kenway The ARC Training Centre for Climate-Resilient Water is recruiting PhD candidates to join a national research program addressing critical water challenges in a chang…

  University of Queensland

• 83 $10,000 closes in 21 days Postgraduate (research)

  UQ Agricultural Studies Travel Award

  Through their gift, Dr Madeleine Hamon, wishes to support HDR student/s to gain agricultural field experience at the School of Agriculture and Food Sustainability.

  University of Queensland

• 82 $107,000 rolling Undergraduate · Honours

  New Colombo Plan Scholarship

  The New Colombo Plan (NCP) is an initiative of the Australian Government that aims to lift knowledge of the Indo-Pacific in Australia and strengthen our relationships through study and work placement …

  University of Queensland

• 82 $12,000 / yr closes 20 Nov 2026 Undergraduate

  UQ Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship

  UQ Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship is part of the UQ Academic Scholarship program. The scholarship was established in 2009 and is maintained by funds from The University of Queensland and donors.

  University of Queensland

• 81 $10,000 closes 29 Nov 2026 Undergraduate · Honours

  Kingshott Cassidy Poetry Award

  The scholarship was established in 2010 and is maintained by a bequest from the estate of Dorothy Susan Cassidy who graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in 1980 and a Master of Arts in 1986.

  University of Queensland

• 81 $39,220 / yr rolling Postgraduate (research)

  Research project scholarship

  This scholarship supports you to complete a higher degree by research while focusing on a specific project. Explore the projects to find one that suits your research interests. View all projects avail…

  University of Queensland

• 80 $7,000 closes in 11 days Honours

  The Matthew McLennan and Richard Howes Outstanding Honours Collaboration Scholarship

  This scholarship encourages collaboration and teamwork between high-performing Honours students from the UQ Business School and School of Economics at The University of Queensland.

  University of Queensland

• 80 $15,000 / yr closes in 11 days Postgraduate (research)

  Michael Nefedov PhD Scholarship

  Through his gift, Michael Nefedov wishes to support teaching and research at UQ through a PhD top-up scholarship for a candidate undertaking cancer research.

  University of Queensland

• 80 $6,250 closes in 10 days Undergraduate · Honours

  Osiecki Scholarship for Classics

  Established during 2014 by Mr Henry Osiecki and Dr Vera Osiecki, via Bio Concepts Pty Ltd, and maintained by an annual income from the Osiecki Scholarship for Classics Endowment.

  University of Queensland

• 79 $5,500 closes in 10 days Undergraduate · Honours

  Betty Fletcher Memorial Travelling Scholarship

  Established in 1992 as a memorial to Betty Fletcher, foundation Patron of the Friends of Antiquity and generous benefactor of the Department of Classics and Ancient History. Until 2019, the Scholarshi…

  University of Queensland

• 78 $10,000 / yr closes in 7d Undergraduate

  Dalio Philanthropies Scholarship

  This scholarship was established in 2021 and is maintained by an endowed gift from the Dalio Family Fund, Inc to encourage and support outstanding students in an Approved Program at UQ, through financ…

  University of Queensland

• 78 $10,000 / yr closes in 7d Undergraduate

  Liveris Academy Undergraduate Scholarship

  This scholarship was established in 2019 by Andrew and Paula Liveris and is maintained by the income generated from an endowed fund.

  University of Queensland

• 78 $10,000 / yr closes in 7d Undergraduate

  Stavros Niarchos Foundation Scholarship

  The scholarship was established in 2020 and is maintained by an endowed gift from The Stavros Niarchos Foundation.

  University of Queensland

• 77 $49,220 / yr rolling Postgraduate (research)

  Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Research Scholarships

  These scholarships include a living stipend to support you as you complete a research project for your Doctor of Philosophy, Master of Philosophy or a research-focused professional doctorate at UQ.

  University of Queensland

• 77 $4,000 closes in 8 days Postgraduate (research)

  Guilford Bell Scholarship

  This HDR travel scholarship was established in 2009 and is maintained by a bequest from the late Orme Augusta Marsh. The purpose of the scholarship is to support a Higher Degree by Research candidate …

  University of Queensland

• 77 $4,500 / yr closes in 10 days Postgraduate (coursework)

  Lisbeth Hopkins OAM Scholarship

  This scholarship was established in 2020 by Alumni Friends of The University of Queensland Inc. under the Create Change Scholarship Match Initiative and maintained by distribution of the Lisbeth Hopki…

  University of Queensland

• 77 $10,000 closes in 25 days Undergraduate · Postgraduate (coursework)

  Madison Group Tech Entrepreneurship Scholarship

  Established in 2024 and maintained by an annual gift from Madison Group Enterprises (MGE) to support current and aspiring entrepreneurs to pursue undergraduate or postgraduate studies in engineering, …

  University of Queensland

• 77 $10,000 closes in 11 days Undergraduate

  Santos Earth Science Scholarship

  This scholarship was established in 2020 and is maintained by an annual gift from Santos Limited.

  University of Queensland

• 77 $10,000 / yr closes in 11 days Undergraduate

  UQ Business School Entrepreneurship Scholarship

  The purpose of the Scholarship is to attract and support high-potential entrepreneurial students completing coursework programs at The University of Queensland Business School, by providing financial …

  University of Queensland

• 77 $6,000 closes 20 Nov 2026 Undergraduate

  UQ Excellence Scholarship

  UQ Excellence Scholarship is part of the UQ Academic Scholarship program. This scholarship was established in 2008 and is maintained by funds from The University of Queensland and donors.

  University of Queensland

• 76 $20,000 / yr rolling Postgraduate (research)

  ARC Centre of Excellence for Indigenous Futures Top-Up Scholarship

  The Indigenous Futures Centre is excited to support the next generation of Indigenous researchers. In addition to offering an attractive top-up scholarship and research support funds, the Centre provi…

  University of Queensland

• 76 $20,000 / yr closes 24 Jan 2027 Undergraduate

  Dr Pamela Reisner Scholarship for a Young Achiever

  Established in 2026 through a gift from the bequest of Dr Pamela Reisner to the Alumni Friends Fund. Alumni Friends dates back to 1967, when UQ sponsored the formation of an association to foster rela…

  University of Queensland

• 75 $10,000 closes 09 Oct 2026 Undergraduate

  33rd UQ Senate Create Change Residential Scholarship

  The purpose of the 33 rd UQ Senate Create Change Residential Scholarship is to encourage and support high achieving students experiencing financial hardship to undertake undergraduate studies and live…

  University of Queensland

• 75 $39,220 / yr rolling Postgraduate (research)

  Fellowship support scheme scholarships

  These scholarships are funded by the Australian Government to assist PhD students with their living costs and tuition fees.

  University of Queensland

• 75 $10,000 / yr closes 30 Jun 2027 Postgraduate (research)

  Queensland Academy of Sport Top Up Scholarships

  The UQ and QAS are awarding up to 8 research scholarships (commencement 2024-2027) to fast track sport innovation ahead of Brisbane 2032. Students from a broad range of disciplines are encouraged to a…

  University of Queensland

• 74 $3,500 closes 30 Sep 2026 Undergraduate · Postgraduate (research)

  Ceridwen Indigenous Scholarship

  Established in 1999 and augmented by gifts from Ceridwen Greenfield and friends.

  University of Queensland

• 74 $15,000 closes 26 Feb 2027 Undergraduate

  Dyno Nobel Indigenous Scholarship

  This scholarship was established in 2021 by Dyno Nobel (formerly Incitec Pivot) to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students who face financial hardship. Preference is given to students s…

  University of Queensland

• 74 $15,000 rolling Postgraduate (coursework)

  Ethos Orthodontics Graduate Scholarship

  This scholarship was established in 2023 through a generous gift from Ethos Orthodontics to support final year students undertaking an orthodontics field of study within the Doctor of Clinical Dentist…

  University of Queensland

• 74 $15,000 closes 09 Oct 2026 Undergraduate

  Keitha Edith Yates Education Scholarship (KEYES)

  The Keitha Edith Yates Education Scholarship (K.E.Y.E.S.) supports an undergraduate student from a regional, rural, or remote area where the cost of residential fees may be a financial barrier to taki…

  University of Queensland

• 73 $5,000 closes in 4d Postgraduate (research)

  Douglas H.K. Lee Family Scholarship

  This scholarship was founded in 1987 by a series of gifts from Dr D. H. K. Lee, Foundation Professor of Physiology at UQ.

  University of Queensland

• 73 $4,500 / yr closes in 10 days Undergraduate · Honours

  Vincent and Carmel Forgione Scholarship in Philosophy

  Established in 2022 by way of gift from Dr Ross Forgione in memory of his parents, Vincent and Carmel Forgione to acknowledge their lives and ongoing legacy. The Donor wishes to support a scholarship …

  University of Queensland

• 73 $5,000 closes in 4d Postgraduate (research)

  William Nathaniel Robertson Scholarship

  The scholarship was founded in 1984 by a bequest of $10,000 under the will of Clara Joan Roe, in memory of her father, William Nathaniel Robertson, Vice-Chancellor of the University 1926-1938.

  University of Queensland

• 72 $11,000 / yr closes 09 Oct 2026 Undergraduate

  Frazer Family Foundation Young Achievers Scholarship

  This Scholarship was established in 2018 and is maintained on trust by the income generated from an endowment fund established by a donation from the Frazer Family Foundation.

  University of Queensland

• 72 $12,000 / yr rolling Undergraduate

  Paula and Tony Kinnane Art History Scholarship

  The scholarship was established in 2017 and is maintained by the income of a perpetual endowment fund from a bequest to The University of Queensland under the will of Paula Ruth Kinnane, who graduated…

  University of Queensland

• 72 $10,000 / yr closes in 7d Undergraduate

  Saudi Aramco Excellence Scholarship in Engineering, Science and Maths

  The Scholarship was established in 2021 and is maintained by an endowed gift from Saudi Aramco.

  University of Queensland

• 72 $5,000 closes in 25 days Undergraduate · Postgraduate (coursework)

  UQ Ventures Scholarship

  The UQ Ventures Scholarship, established in 2023, is designed to support students from all fields who are exploring ideas or building ventures. It recognises that entrepreneurship is a journey with pl…

  University of Queensland

• 72 $11,000 / yr closes 09 Oct 2026 Undergraduate

  The Women’s College Young Achievers Residential Scholarship

  The Young Achievers Residential Scholarship is a partnership between UQ and The Women's College to support Young Achievers to access higher education, with a contribution to residential costs.

  University of Queensland

• 71 $10,000 closes 26 Feb 2027 Undergraduate

  Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Architecture Industry Scholarship

  Established in 2022 by a donation from Buchan under the UQef Scholarship Match Initiative. The Scholarship is maintained by an expendable gift from Buchan.

  University of Queensland

• 71 $10,000 closes 26 Feb 2027 Undergraduate · Postgraduate (coursework)

  Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Scholarships for Faculty of Science

  Established in 2022 by the Faculty of Science, the scholarship supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students studying in the Faculty of Science.

  University of Queensland

• 71 $10,000 / yr rolling Undergraduate

  Alumina Industry Scholarship

  The Alumina Industry Scholarship was established in 2020 under the Create Change Scholarship Match and Dow Chemical Challenge and is maintained by a gift from AQW Inc to encourage and support outstand…

  University of Queensland

• 71 $10,000 rolling Honours

  The Archibald Scholarship

  This scholarship was founded in 1911 by an initial gift of $1,000 from the beneficiaries in the estate of the late Honourable John Archibald, MLC. The Archibald Scholarship is maintained by an endowme…

  University of Queensland

• 71 $10,000 closes 26 Feb 2027 Undergraduate · Postgraduate (coursework)

  Arrow Energy ‘Go Further’ Indigenous Tertiary Scholarship

  The Scholarship was established in 2022 and is maintained by an expendable gift from Arrow Energy.

  University of Queensland

• 71 $10,000 rolling Undergraduate

  Barbara Hebden Music Bursary

  This scholarship was established in 2016 by an endowed bequest from the estate of UQ alumna and music critic, Barbara Jean Hebden OAM (BA 1952).

  University of Queensland

• 71 $10,000 rolling Honours

  Business School Honours Tuition Fee Reduction Scholarship

  The purpose of this scholarship is to attract and encourage high-achieving students to the Business School Honours program.

  University of Queensland

• 71 $4,500 / yr closes in 17 days Undergraduate · Honours

  Cedric E.K. Hampson AO Scholarship

  Established in 2026, through a gift to UQ from Alumni Friends, the extended Hampson family, John McKenna, and other donors. Cedric E.K. Hampson AO was an esteemed figure in Queensland's legal communit…

  University of Queensland

• 71 $10,000 / yr rolling Postgraduate (research)

  CRC TiME Top-Up Scholarship

  The Cooperative Research Centre for Transformations in Mining Economies (CRC TiME) offers scholarships of up to 3.5 years duration to eligible higher degree research (HDR) students who participate in …

  University of Queensland

• 71 $10,000 rolling Undergraduate · Postgraduate (research)

  D.P. Singhal Travel Grant

  Established in 1995 from a fund that includes a bequest of $25,000 to the University under the will of the late Professor D.P. Singhal, who taught Indian History at the University for 25 years, and do…

  University of Queensland

• 71 $10,000 closes 26 Feb 2027 Undergraduate · Postgraduate (coursework)

  Dr Alan Lan Van Tran and Minh Ha Tran Indigenous Health Education Scholarship

  This scholarship was established in 2013 and maintained by the Alan Lan Van Tran and Minh Ha Tran Family Endowment Fund.

  University of Queensland

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• 43 $4,500 closed Postgraduate (coursework)

  Alice Siu Medicine Scholarship

  Established in 2026 through a gift from Simon and Alice Siu, together with Alumni Friends of The University of Queensland under the Queensland Commitment Scholarship Match Initiative.

  University of Queensland

• 47 $10,000 closed Postgraduate (coursework)

  Aquatec Maxcon Scholarship

  This Scholarship was established in 2019 and is maintained by an annual gift from Aquatec Maxcon.

  University of Queensland

• 43 $10,000 closed Postgraduate (coursework)

  Avant Foundation Medical Scholarship

  Established in 2026 through a gift from Avant Services Co Pty Ltd to support students enrolled in UQ's Doctor of Medicine program at the Medical School who are experiencing financial hardship.

  University of Queensland

• 37 $4,500 closed Postgraduate (coursework)

  Bundaberg Rural Health Scholarship

  Established in 2024 from multiple donors to provide financial support to students undertaking studies at the Bundaberg Regional Clinical Unit.

  University of Queensland

• 43 $6,092 closed Undergraduate · Honours

  Chemical Engineering Student Society Scholarship

  Established in 1993 and maintained by the income from a fund provided by the Chemical Engineering Student Society

  University of Queensland

• 39 $3,143 closed Undergraduate · Honours

  Chin Family Trust Prize in Engineering and Computing

  In honour of the Chin family and the opportunities Jack Chin has had in China and Australia that led to his successful career, this endowed annual prize has been established to support and provide opp…

  University of Queensland

• 25 4,500 closed Postgraduate (coursework)

  Class of 1973 Medicine Scholarship

  Established in 2024 through a gift from multiple donors from the Faculty of Medicine Class of 1973, together with Alumni Friends of The University of Queensland under the Queensland Commitment Scholar…

  University of Queensland

• 37 $4,500 closed Postgraduate (coursework)

  Class of 1980 Medicine Scholarship

  Established in 2026 through a gift from the Faculty of Medicine Class of 1980 together with Alumni Friends under The Queensland Commitment Scholarship Match Initiative. The 1980 class cohort are very …

  University of Queensland

• 25 4,500 closed Postgraduate (coursework)

  Class of 1981 Medical Scholarship

  Established in 2024 from multiple donors who graduated in 1981 from the Medical School at the University of Queensland. The Class of 1981 are a group of proud and passionate alumni who seek to break d…

  University of Queensland

• 37 $4,500 / yr closed Postgraduate (coursework)

  Clifford and Susan Crittenden Medical Scholarship

  Established in 2023 by Susan Crittenden under the Queensland Commitment match initiative. Susan feels passionate about creating opportunities for students to become doctors to ensure the sustainabilit…

  University of Queensland

• 43 $4,500 / yr closed Postgraduate (coursework)

  Crawford Family Scholarship

  Established in 2024 through a gift from the Crawford family under The Queensland Commitment. The Crawford family grew up in Baralaba, Central Queensland and Rockhampton was the nearest major city. Glo…

  University of Queensland

• 42 $9,000 / yr closed Postgraduate (coursework)

  Dr Charles Thelander Medicine Scholarship

  Established in 2023 by Dr Rodney Thelander to pay tribute to this grandfather Dr Charles Thelander. Dr Charles Thelander, grew up on a small farm in Yangan near Warwick. Through hard work and persever…

  University of Queensland

• 48 $9,000 / yr closed Postgraduate (coursework)

  Dr David Perel Medical Scholarship

  Established in 2019 by Dr (Ivan) David Perel who received his medical degree from The University of Queensland, as did his three children. He and his late wife Margaret, have given philanthropically t…

  University of Queensland

• 37 $4,500 / yr closed Postgraduate (coursework)

  Dr Nichola Davis Scholarship

  Established in 2023 by Medical Indemnity Protection Society in honour and recognition of Dr Nichola Davis for the incredible contribution made to Medicine and the long service to the Medical Indemnity…

  University of Queensland

• 31 4,500 closed Postgraduate (coursework)

  Dr Philip Robinson Memorial Scholarship

  Established in 2024 through a gift from Helen Tanner, together with Alumni Friends of The University of Queensland under the Queensland Commitment Scholarship Match Initiative. The scholarship honours…

  University of Queensland

• 42 $9,000 / yr closed Postgraduate (coursework)

  Drs Donald and Isobel Perry-Keene Family Scholarship

  Established in 2020 by Drs Donald and the late Isobel Perry-Keene through their generosity and belief in supporting others. Both are UQ Class of 1966 medical school graduates who have a long history o…

  University of Queensland

• 39 $1,051 closed Undergraduate · Honours

  Ed Parchimowicz Prize in Civil Engineering

  Established in 2004 in memory of Ed Parchimowicz, a civil engineer, and former UQ Engineering Manager who died in 2002. The prize is maintained by the income from a fund subscribed by organisations an…

  University of Queensland

• 43 $4,500 closed Undergraduate · Postgraduate (coursework)

  Elizabeth Usher and Sadie Philcox Scholarship in Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy

  Established in 2025 thanks to support from the School of Health and Rehabiltation Sciences, Alumni Friends, and generous community members to support students from diverse backgrounds and to build a s…

  University of Queensland

• 43 $4,500 / yr closed Postgraduate (coursework)

  Emmerson Family Medical Scholarship

  Established in 2021 by Professor Brett Emmerson AM and Mrs Alanna Emmerson. Professor Emmerson is a Class of 1979 UQ medical graduate. He and his wife Alanna wish to establish this annual scholarship …

  University of Queensland

• 44 $5,000 / yr closed Postgraduate (coursework)

  Faculty of Medicine Medical Endowment Scholarship

  This scholarship was established in 2018 and is funded by multiple donors who have contributed to the Medicine Scholarship Endowment Fund.

  University of Queensland

• 29 May vary closed Undergraduate · Honours

  Frank Joseph Murphy Bursary

  Established in 1994 and maintained by the income from a bequest from the late Frank Joseph Murphy.

  University of Queensland

• 37 $4,500 / yr closed Postgraduate (coursework)

  Frazer Family Foundation Scholarship in Medicine

  Established in 2019 by the Frazer Family Foundation under the Create Change Scholarship Match Initiative and maintained by income generated from the endowment fund. As Co-Chairs of the 'Not if, when' …

  University of Queensland

• 37 $4,500 / yr closed Postgraduate (coursework)

  Gough Family Scholarship for Medical Education

  Established in 2019 by Professor Ian Gough AM and Dr Ruth Gough under the Create Change Scholarship Match Initiative and maintained by income generated from the endowment fund. Both Professor Gough an…

  University of Queensland

• 43 $4,500 closed Undergraduate · Honours

  Hay Family Scholarship Endowment

  The Scholarship was established in 2020 and is maintained by an endowed gift from UQ Alumni, Peter and Margaret Hay under the Create Change Scholarship Match Initiative to support students aspiring to…

  University of Queensland

• 48 $5,000 closed Postgraduate (research)

  Helen Kay PhD Scholarship

  Established by donations from Marie and Alf Berry in memory of their granddaughter Helen Kay, a postgraduate research student who died in 1999 while completing her degree, the scholarship commemorates…

  University of Queensland