Undergraduate Scholarships at Queensland University of Technology (QUT) for IGCSE, A Levels & IB Students
Why QUT is a strong applied‑learning, scholarship‑aware option
Queensland University of Technology (QUT) in Brisbane is known for Engineering, IT, Creative Industries, Business and Health. It positions itself as a “real‑world” university and offers scholarships for high‑achieving international students, making it a good choice for IGCSE, A Level and IB graduates.
1. QUT International Merit Scholarships
Most popular for:
International‑fee students across a variety of disciplines.
Coverage
- Partial tuition fee reductions, often as a percentage discount for the duration of the degree if academic performance is maintained.
Eligibility
- International student paying overseas fees.
- Offer of a place in an eligible QUT undergraduate course.
- Strong school results (A Levels/IB or equivalent).
How to apply
- Some merit scholarships are automatic, others require:
- Application forms
- Academic transcripts
- Statements or references
2. Faculty & Creative Industries Scholarships
QUT’s faculties, particularly in:
- Engineering
- Science
- Creative Industries
- Business
offer further scholarships and prizes for:
- High‑achieving entrants
- Outstanding portfolios or creative work
Coverage
- Extra tuition discounts or cash awards.
3. External & Government Funding
QUT students from South East Asia, South Asia and the Middle East may also access:
- Government scholarships from home countries.
- Industry sponsorships in IT, engineering, creative industries and business.
Realistic coverage & planning
- QUT’s internal awards usually reduce tuition rather than fully cover total costs.
- Combined with Brisbane’s relatively affordable living costs and external funding, QUT can be a strong value‑for‑money choice.
Strategy & timelines for IGCSE, A Level & IB students
- Target strong grades in relevant subjects (Maths, Sciences, IT, Arts/Design as applicable).
- Apply early to:
- QUT programmes
- Merit scholarships
- Any creative or faculty‑specific schemes that require portfolios or extra documentation
How Tutopiya can help
Tutopiya supports students considering QUT by:
- Strengthening STEM, Business and creative subject performance.
- Comparing QUT with UQ, Griffith, RMIT and other regional/international universities from both an academic and financial perspective.
If you’re interested in a practically focused Australian degree with good scholarship odds, QUT is an important university to consider.
Written by
Tutopiya Team
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