ELIGIBILITY:

SQA PhD Scholarship and SQA Partnership Scholarships: 

Scholarships are open to domestic and international students.

Domestic students include Australian citizens, permanent residents, a person entitled to stay in Australia, or to enter and stay in Australia, without any limitation as to time and a New Zealand citizen.

International students must either hold or be able to obtain a valid visa for the duration of the specified term upon being awarded the scholarship.

You must be a student who has commenced or is due to commence your PhD studies from Jan 2024 – October 2024. International students may also commence in the first half of 2025. Students who commenced in 2023 or prior are not eligible.

SQA PhD Scholarship: 

You are expected to apply for or be enrolled in a full-time PhD program at an SQA partner university. PhD projects must be in a field related to quantum technology. Please note you will not be offered an SQA PhD scholarship unless you have a PhD offer of admission.

You must have the support of an academic staff member at one of the partner universities. To help you find a potential supervisor, view our list of the latest quantum research opportunities or search our Sydney Quantum Expert list. For more guidance, view our guide on ‘How to apply for a quantum PhD in Sydney.

BENEFIT:

Stipend value (AUD): At least $37,684 per annum (pro rata) for a maximum duration of four years (full-time equivalent).

Other components: For successful international applicants, student tuition, health cover and visa fees will be waived.