University of Queensland 2025 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Research Scholarships

Applicatons are now open for the University of Queensland 2025 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Research Scholarships. These scholarships include a living stipend to support you as you complete a research project for your Doctor of Philosophy, Master of Philosophy or a research-focused professional doctorate at UQ.

• Table of Content
• About The University of Queensland
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Research Scholarships
• Aim and Benefits of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Research Scholarships
• Requirements for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Research Scholarships Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Research Scholarships
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About The University of Queensland

The University of Queensland (UQ) is one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions. We strive for excellence through the creation, preservation, transfer and application of knowledge. For more than a century, we have educated and worked with outstanding people to deliver knowledge leadership for a better world.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Research Scholarships

Application Deadline	30 Dec 2025
Country to study	Australia
School to study	The University of Queensland
Type	Postgraduate
Sponsor	The University of Queensland
Gender	Men and Women

Aim and Benefits of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Research Scholarships

Living stipend of $46,400 per annum (2025 rate), indexed annually, your tuition fees covered

Requirements for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Research Scholarships Qualification

You’re eligible if you’re:

• An Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person
• Studying full-time and onshore in Australia
• Nominated by an enrolling school or institute at UQ
• Assessed by the Graduate School as meeting all conditions for admission to the higher degree by research program.

Interview date, Process and Venue for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Research Scholarships

Application dates

The academic year for research students is divided into 4 research quarters (RQ). Check the project page to find out which RQ you need to commence by. You should apply at least 12 weeks before the commencement date.

Research quarter	Starts	Ends
RQ1	1 January	31 March?
RQ2	1 April	30 June
RQ3	1 July	30 September
RQ4	1 October	30 December

Application Deadline

December 30, 2025

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to The University of Queensland on apply.uq.edu.au to apply

Before submitting an application you should:

• Check your eligibility for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or a Master of Philosophy (MPhil)
• Prepare your documentation and
• Contact the HDR Liaison Officer in your proposed school or institute with any questions you may have.

When you apply, please ensure that under the scholarships and collaborative study section you:

1. Include a Confirmation of your Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Status.
2. Select ‘My higher degree is not collaborative’
3. Select 'I am applying for, or have been awarded a scholarship or sponsorship'.
4. Select the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander scholarship type

The HDR Liaison Officer in your proposed enrolling school or institute will be able to help you with the application process.

For more details, visit University of Queensland scholarship webpage