The Destination Australia scholarship, funded by the Australian Government Department of Education, is in alignment with the National Strategy for International Education 2025. This initiative aims to provide opportunities for international students to pursue higher education in Australia.
Destination Australia Masters Scholarship Details
- Application Deadline: June 17, 2024
- Value: USD 60,000
- Country to Study: Australia
- Type: Masters
- Sponsor: University of Queensland
- Gender: Men and Women
Benefits of Destination Australia Masters Scholarship
The primary objectives of the scholarship are:
- Attract and support study in regional Australia
- Grow and develop regional Australian tertiary education providers
- Offer students a high-quality learning experience
Beneficiaries of the Destination Australia Scholarship will receive AUD $15,000 per year, totaling $60,000 over four years.
Requirements for Destination Australia Masters Scholarship
To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- International student status
- Hold a student visa for the scholarship’s duration
- Commencing student at the University of Queensland
- Have a full offer to study an eligible program delivered entirely at the UQ Gatton campus in 2024
- Will study full-time via Internal study mode at UQ’s Gatton campus for the scholarship’s duration
- Reside in a regional area of Australia for the scholarship’s duration as defined by the Australian Statistical Geography Standard Remoteness Structure 2016
Students from low-socioeconomic status, those who are first in the family to tertiary study, and those living with a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.
Selection Process
The selection criteria include:
- Eligibility under the program guidelines
- Academic merit
- Personal statement
- Consideration of diversity and inclusion by the University of Queensland
Applicants will receive a confirmation email upon the receipt of their application.
Application Deadline
June 17, 2024
How to Apply
Interested candidates can apply through the University of Queensland website. They need to submit a personal statement (limit 300 words) as part of the application process.
For more information, applicants can visit the University of Queensland website for detailed guidelines and updates.