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 2025, UniSC offers some exciting scholarships to its commencing international students.
International Student Scholarship
The International Student Scholarship is a 15% tuition fee reduction offered to commencing international students in 2025.
Your offer will automatically include this scholarship.
English Excellence Scholarship
The English Excellence Scholarship is a 20% tuition fee reduction that is awarded to commencing international students in 2025 who have achieved higher than required results in a recognised English language proficiency test.
If you have achieved the minimum specified results in one of three recognised English proficiency tests (IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, or PTE) as outlined in the English Excellence Scholarship requirements table, you can request to be considered for this scholarship by contacting your nominated education agent or your International Admissions Officer.
Refer to the English Excellence Scholarship requirements table in the terms and conditions to determine if you are eligible.
Terms and Conditions
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The International Student Scholarship and the English Excellence Scholarship apply to the officially scheduled and published tuition fees for the relevant program and study period.
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The International Student Scholarship and the English Excellence Scholarship are available to international students commencing in 2025. They cannot be deferred past a 2025 intake.
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The International Student Scholarship and the English Excellence Scholarship are valid for the duration of the program/s for which an offer was made.
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To be eligible for the English Excellence Scholarship, students must achieve the minimum specified result outlined in the English Excellence Scholarship requirements table in one of three recognised English proficiency tests: IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, or PTE. The English Excellence Scholarship is not available to students enrolling in a UniSC English language program.
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Neither the International Student Scholarship nor the English Excellence Scholarship can be used in conjunction with each other nor any other UniSC international scholarships or tuition fee reductions (e.g. partner discount).
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To remain eligible for the International Student Scholarship or the English Excellence Scholarship, students must continue to be classed as international students.
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.