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Scholarship Opportunities for International Students at UNSW

The University of New South Wales (UNSW) is offering a variety of scholarships and awards to support international students beginning their full-time undergraduate or postgraduate coursework studies in Term 1, 2025. These scholarships aim to help ease the financial burden by offering tuition fee coverage or stipends to assist with living and study-related costs.

In this article, you will find all the necessary details about the available scholarships, including those that require applications and those that are automatically considered upon admission. Whether you’re applying for undergraduate or postgraduate studies, UNSW has a scholarship program tailored to your needs.



1. Overview of UNSW Scholarships

UNSW provides a diverse range of scholarships to support international students commencing their studies in Term 1, 2025. These scholarships cater to different academic levels and are designed to recognize academic excellence, leadership qualities, and extracurricular involvement. Some scholarships cover full or partial tuition fees, while others provide stipends to cover additional costs.

Types of Scholarships:

  • Application-Based Scholarships: Scholarships that require you to submit a specific application.
  • Non-Application-Based Scholarships: Scholarships that you are automatically considered for upon admission to UNSW.

These scholarships are available to both undergraduate and postgraduate students, and some even cater specifically to students from certain regions, such as Asia and Hong Kong.


2. Application-Based Scholarships

The scholarships in this section require you to submit an application through the UNSW Scholarship Application Online Portal. Below are some of the key scholarships available:

International Scientia Coursework Scholarship (PUCA1025)

  • Value:
    • Offer 1: Full tuition fee coverage for the entire duration of your degree program.
    • Offer 2: $20,000 per annum towards tuition fees for the minimum duration of the program.
  • Eligibility:
    • You must be commencing full-time study in an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework program at UNSW in Term 1, 2025 (excluding UNSW online and UNSW Canberra).

UNSW Law & Justice International Award (PUCA1028)

  • Value: $10,000 towards tuition fees for 1 year.
  • Eligibility:
    • Full-time commencement in a UNSW Law and Justice undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree program (LLB, JD, or LLM) in Term 1, 2025.

UNSW Business School International Pathways Award (PUCA1023)

  • Value: $15,000 towards tuition fees for 1 year.
  • Eligibility:
    • Must have a Master’s articulation pathway qualification from an approved partner institution.
    • Full-time study in a UNSW Business School postgraduate (Master) coursework degree program in Term 1, 2025.

Dr Vincent Lo Asia Undergraduate Scholarship (UGCA1606)

  • Value: $10,000 per year for up to 5 years towards tuition fees.
  • Eligibility:
    • You must be an international student arriving from Asia and commencing an eligible degree program at UNSW in Term 1, 2025.

3. Non-Application-Based Scholarships

For certain scholarships, you do not need to submit a separate application. Eligible students are automatically considered based on their admission applications to UNSW.

Australia’s Global University Award (PUCA1026)

  • Value: $10,000 for 1 year, applied towards tuition fees.
  • Eligibility:
    • International students commencing full-time study on campus in an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework program in Term 1, 2025.

UNSW College Award (PUCA1027)

  • Value: $10,000 for 1 year, applied towards tuition fees.
  • Eligibility:
    • Must be completing a UNSW College Foundation Studies program.
    • Must be commencing full-time study in an undergraduate coursework program in Term 1, 2025.

UNSW Master of Laws Scholarship (PGCA1107)

  • Value: $20,000 for 1 year.
  • Eligibility:
    • Must be an international student commencing full-time study in a Master of Laws program at UNSW Law & Justice in Term 1, 2025.
    • Must have graduated from a member school of the Law Schools Global League or from an approved partner institution.

4. Other Financial Opportunities

In addition to the scholarships, UNSW offers the International Student Award, which provides a 15% tuition fee reduction for eligible new students commencing in 2024 or 2025. This award is available for the duration of the program and is considered automatically upon admission to UNSW.


5. Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for any of the scholarships or awards, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Must be an international student commencing full-time study at UNSW in Term 1, 2025.
  • Must have received an offer of admission into an eligible program by November 30, 2024.
  • For postgraduate research scholarships, please contact the Graduate Research School.

6. Selection Criteria

Applicants for the scholarships will be assessed based on:

  • Academic Merit
  • Leadership Skills (school, workplace, or community)
  • Extracurricular Activities (sports, cultural activities, volunteer work)
  • Motivation for Undertaking Studies at UNSW

Make sure to provide all necessary supporting documentation when submitting your application to maximize your chances of success.


7. How to Apply

  1. Create an account or log in to the UNSW Scholarship Application Online portal.
  2. Submit your application before the deadline of November 30, 2024 (AEST 11:59PM).
  3. Ensure that all required supporting documents are included in your application.

8. Key Dates and Deadlines

  • Application Opens: September 1, 2024
  • Application Closes: November 30, 2024 (AEST 11:59 PM)
  • Term 1, 2025 Start Date: February 2025

9. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

For any further questions or clarification about the scholarships and the application process, refer to the comprehensive PUCA1029 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Guide on the UNSW Scholarships website.


This is an excellent opportunity for ambitious international students to pursue their academic dreams at UNSW with financial support. Don’t miss the chance to apply and make the most of your education at one of Australia’s leading universities.

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