CQUniversity International Research Scholarship 2027 | Study in Australia — CQUniversity Australia
CQUniversity operates across more than a dozen campuses and study centers throughout regional Queensland and beyond, and its International Research Scholarship gives doctoral and research Master’s candidates a meaningful tuition saving without the full competitive process of a stipend-based award.
About the Scholarship
The CQUniversity International Research Scholarship provides a 25 percent reduction in tuition fees for international students pursuing a Higher Degree by Research, covering both PhD and Master’s by Research candidates. Unlike a stipend scholarship, it functions purely as a tuition discount rather than including a living allowance.
Scholarship Benefits
- 25 percent reduction in tuition fees for the duration of the research degree
- Available for both PhD and Master’s by Research candidates
- Can be considered alongside CQUniversity’s other international scholarship categories, such as its ASEAN and Indonesia-specific awards
- Applies to research study across CQUniversity’s various Australian campuses
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be an international student, not an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident
- Must be enrolling in, or currently undertaking, a Higher Degree by Research, meaning a PhD or Master’s by Research, at CQUniversity
- Must have an identified or confirmed academic supervisor and an approved research proposal
- Must meet CQUniversity’s standard academic entry requirements for the chosen research degree
- Must meet English-language proficiency requirements where applicable
Fields of Study Covered
The scholarship covers research across CQUniversity’s disciplines, including engineering, nursing and health, education, business, and environmental science, since eligibility is tied to the research degree itself rather than a single faculty.
Required Documents
- Completed Higher Degree by Research application
- Certified academic transcripts from prior tertiary study
- A research proposal aligned with a confirmed or proposed supervisor
- English-language proficiency test results, if required
- Academic CV, including any publications or research experience
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Identify a potential supervisor at CQUniversity whose research matches your intended project
- Contact the potential supervisor to discuss your proposed research before formally applying
- Submit a complete Higher Degree by Research application along with your research proposal
- Indicate your interest in the International Research Scholarship within the same application
- Submit before the relevant round’s deadline and respond promptly to any requests for additional information
- Review your offer letter once issued to confirm the 25 percent reduction has been applied
Selection Process
CQUniversity’s research committees assess applications on academic record, research potential, and the strength of the proposed project and supervisor support. The 25 percent tuition reduction is then applied to successful candidates alongside their admission offer.
Tips to Improve Your Chances
- Secure supervisor agreement before applying, since supervisor support is a key factor in the research degree assessment
- Write a research proposal with a clear and realistic scope aligned to CQUniversity’s research strengths
- Consider also checking CQUniversity’s ASEAN or Indonesia-specific scholarships if you are eligible, since these offer a larger discount for citizens of those regions
- Students comparing fully funded research stipends elsewhere often also look at the Curtin University RTP Scholarship for a tuition-plus-stipend alternative
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this scholarship include a living stipend?
No, it is a tuition fee reduction only and does not include a living allowance, unlike government-funded RTP scholarships.
Is the scholarship available for both PhD and Master’s by Research students?
Yes, it covers both PhD and Master’s by Research candidates at CQUniversity.
Do I need a supervisor before applying?
Yes, having an identified or confirmed supervisor and an approved research proposal is a key part of the application process.
Is the 25 percent reduction applied for the whole research degree?
Yes, it generally applies for the standard duration of the research degree, provided the student maintains satisfactory progress.
Are there higher-value scholarships for specific nationalities?
Yes, CQUniversity’s separate ASEAN Student Scholarship and Indonesia Student Scholarship offer up to 50 percent off tuition fees for eligible students from those regions.
Does the scholarship cover coursework degrees?
No, it is specifically for Higher Degree by Research candidates, not coursework undergraduate or postgraduate students.
Is there a specific application deadline?
Deadlines are generally tied to CQUniversity’s research degree intake rounds, so applicants should check the current scholarships page for the relevant date.
Can international alumni of CQUniversity also apply?
Returning students and alumni should check the university’s separate International Alumni Scholarship, which has its own distinct terms for a new course.
Does CQUniversity offer this discount at all of its campuses?
Yes, the reduction generally applies to eligible Higher Degree by Research enrollments across CQUniversity’s various Australian campuses and study centers, though students should confirm their specific location is included.