UC Merit Scholarships

Awarded to commencing international students applying to study a course at UC, subject to meeting the UC and PG qualifying criteria.

All applicants are assessed for a scholarship at the time of application to the course at UC. No further application is required. Scholarships are granted on a first-come-first-served basis until filled. Students are advised to accept the scholarship as soon as possible in order to avoid disappointment. Scholarships are limited and may be withdrawn if capacity is reached. The scholarship is valid only for the intake and course specified and will be confirmed once all conditions are met, your offer is accepted, and required payments are completed. The University reserves the right to withdraw or rescind the scholarship offer in exceptional circumstances.

Diplomatic students not eligible.

Scholarship is available to students from:

• All countries

Eligible courses:

Scholarships are available for all commencing international students undertaking CRICOS-registered programs at University of Canberra’s Australian campuses, excluding:

• Higher Degree by Research (HDR) programs
• Standalone (1 Year) Honours degrees
• Non-award courses
• Programs delivered at offshore campuses
• Following courses:
  • Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Medical Imaging)
  • Master of Medical Imaging
  • Master of Nursing Practice (Graduate Entry)
  • Master of Occupational Therapy
  • Master of Physiotherapy
  • Master of Speech Pathology
  • Graduate Certificates and Graduate Diplomas

Academic achievement requirements include:

• For 10% Scholarship: GPA 5 out of 7,
• 70% (or equivalent grade) or higher for Bachelor degrees
• 65% (or equivalent grade) or higher for Masters degree