The University of South Australia is a university that is globally connected and involved with industrial information teaching and research that is inventive and interesting. Receiving five QS Stars for Excellence, the university supports nearly 32,000 students, including more than 5,000 international students, and produces a unique educational journey that combines five-star teaching # and real-world experience.

Focusing on life outside the classroom, the University of South Australia offers a world-class degree and a practical approach to teaching and learning. Graduates are new professionals, global citizens who are comfortable with the world and ready to create and respond to change. The University of South Australia (UniSA) offers more than 200 world-class degree programs for students from all over the world.

Located in the beautiful city of Adelaide, UniSA has two campuses in the city center, two metropolitan campuses and two regional campuses outside the city, equipped with advanced facilities available on all campuses.

Ranked in the 30th place in the 50 best universities under 50 (50 of the World’s Best Universities Under 50 QS Years 2020), the University has four learning divisions that offer a variety of programs. The University also has a large international student community with more than 5,000 students, nearly 32,000 student institutions, and global connections with 78 partner institutions around the world.

The university is also named number one in Australia for quality education and is known worldwide for reducing inequality according to THE University Impact Rankings (No. 1 in Australia for Quality Education and No. 3 Worldwide for reducing inequality) in 2019.

University of South Australia Scholarships for International Students 2020

UniSa offers many scholarships for domestic and international students. This time we will discuss scholarships for international students offered by UniSa.

Vice Chancellor’s International Excellence Scholarship

Recipients will receive a 50% reduction in their student contributions (tuition fees) for up to four years of full-time study (undergraduate or postgraduate degree by coursework). 

Scholarship criteria

• Prospective international student
• Eligible to study in Australia
• Not have accepted any other UniSA scholarship or bursary
• Meet normal program admission requirements for the program applied into
• Have achieved the UniSA equivalent of a high distinction average in previous studies
• Meet the minimum English language entry requirements for the program applied into
• If you meet the eligibility criteria and have submitted the scholarship application form, you will be advised of the outcome along with your academic program assessment. If you are eligible but did not provide the completed form, you will still be invited to apply. You can download the form from our website (see link below).

Scholarship conditions

• Successful applicants will become a UniSA International Student Ambassador
• Scholarship recipients will be required to be enrolled on a full-time basis at UniSA’s South Australian campuses
• Scholarship recipients must maintain a Grade Point Average of at least 5.0 (or equivalent) in order to receive the scholarship payments
• Scholarship payments can be received for up to a maximum of four years
• If awardee’s overall Grade Point Average falls below a 5.0, the 50% reduction will not be applied to the next invoice. If the awardee’s Grade Point Average returns to 5.0 or more, the 50% reduction will recommence and will be applied to the next invoice
• Scholarship payments (50% of tuition fees) will be provided as a discount on successful applicants’ student contribution (tuition fee) invoice at the commencement of the relevant study period
• As a recipient of the scholarship, I am not entitled to receive any credit/RPL/Advanced Standing (whether at the time of offer or subsequently)
• The scholarship cannot be deferred

How to apply

• Find the best program for you
• Check entry requirements. Confirm you meet all entry requirements (English, academic and program specific requirements) for your program.
• Make sure your program is eligible for these scholarships. See the list of eligible programs below.
• Apply for your program and include your completed scholarship application form with your supporting documents. Once you have submitted an application for an eligible program you will automatically be assessed and we will advise you if you’re successful. If you meet the eligibility criteria for the Vice Chancellor’s International Excellence Scholarship and have submitted the scholarship application form, you will be advised of the scholarship outcome along with your academic program assessment. (Students who are eligible for the scholarship but did not provide the completed form with their UniSA application, will still be invited to apply).

Eligible programs

• UniSA Business
• Education, Arts and Social Sciences
• Health Sciences
• Information Technology, Engineering and the Environment

International Merit Scholarship

Recipients will receive a 25% reduction in their student contributions (tuition fees) for their first year of study into their chosen program, up to a maximum of two semesters or eight courses.

Scholarship criteria

• Be a prospective international student
• Be eligible to study in Australia
• Not have accepted any other UniSA scholarship or bursary
• Meet normal program admission requirements for the program applied into
• Have achieved the UniSA equivalent of a credit average in previous studies or have an offer conditional upon completion of an award with a Credit average
• You will automatically be assessed when applying for an eligible undergraduate (Bachelor) or postgraduate (Masters by Coursework) program offered at UniSA

Scholarship conditions

• International Merit Scholarship recipients will be required to be enrolled on a full-time basis at UniSA’s South Australian campuses
• Scholarship payments (25% of tuition fees) will be provided as a discount on successful applicants’ student contribution invoice (tuition fee) at the commencement of each applicable study period in the first year of study
• The scholarship applies to the first year of study only, up to a maximum of two semesters (36 units)
• As a recipient of the scholarship, I am not entitled to receive any credit/RPL/Advanced Standing (whether at the time of offer or subsequently)
• The scholarship cannot be deferred

How to apply

• Find the best program for you
• Check entry requirements. Confirm you meet all entry requirements (English, academic and program specific requirements) for your program.
• Make sure your program is eligible for these scholarships. See the list of eligible programs below.
• Apply for your program. Once you have submitted an application for an eligible program you will automatically be assessed and we will advise you if you’re successful.

Eligible programs

• UniSA Business
• Education, Arts and Social Sciences
• Health Sciences
• Information Technology, Engineering and the Environment

Australia Awards

The University of South Australia is proud to be partnered with the Australian Government to help provide students with a valuable opportunity to learn. Each new group of Australia Awards students adds diversity to campuses and helps foster new and stronger relationships between Australia and our neighbours. As an awardee you will gain an amazing study experience, as well as the chance to build relationships and networks that will last a lifetime.

Sponsored Students

The University of South Australia welcomes students from around 50 different international sponsors including;

• Australia – Defence Cooperation Scholarship Program
• Bahrain – Ministry of Interior
• Indonesia – MORA, BUDI, LPDP
• Kuwait – Kuwait Cultural Office
• Malaysia – MARA,
• Mexico – FIDERH
• Oman – Consulate General of the Sultanate of Oman, Royal Court of Affairs, Ministry of Health
• Peru – PRONABEC
• Paraguay – BECAL
• Saudi Arabia – SACM
• Singapore – National University Hospital, National Healthcare Group, Singapore General Hospital

Sponsored students receive funding from their home government, university or employer to study at UniSA. Tuition fees are generally paid to the University by the sponsor on the student’s behalf and a living allowance may also be paid to the student.

When you accept your offer, you must provide a Financial Guarantee letter which details:

• Your name and date of birth
• Your sponsor name, address and contact details on their letterhead
• Name of the program and the University covered by the sponsorship
• Duration of the sponsorship
• Inclusions – Tuition fees, OSHC, books, printing etc

This will enable UniSa to set up an account with your sponsor for your tuition fees. 

Scholarships for international research students

Scholarships listed here are available to international research degree current students and new applicants. Where a year is not listed, the same date applies every year. If a scholarship has an external application process, you will need to nominate UniSA as your university of choice. 

• University-wide scholarships, At least $28,092 (2020 base rate)
• Area-specific scholarships and projects at UniSA, up to $35,000 per annum tax-free for a period of 3 years 
• ATA Scientific Encouragement Award, $1,500 for the winner. 2 runner up awards of $600 are also available
• Australia Awards Scholarships, Tuition fees, living expenses, fieldwork expenses etc  
• Australian Building Codes Board Research Scholarship, Up to $5,000 for 1 year         
• Australian Federation of Graduate Women, Various, for example accommodation expenses   
• Australian Federation of Graduate Women: Canberra Accommodation Bursary, Four week accommodation bursary

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