Scholarships at University of Tasmania for 2025/26 Academic Session

University of Tasmania: Tasmanian International Scholarship (TIS)

The University of Tasmania (UTAS), Australia’s fourth-oldest institution, offers a vibrant academic environment with a globalized curriculum aimed at shaping future leaders. The Tasmanian International Scholarship (TIS) supports international students by reducing tuition fees and making high-quality education accessible in a uniquely Tasmanian setting.

Scholarship Overview

• Award Value: 25% tuition fee reduction.
• Level of Study: Undergraduate and Postgraduate coursework degrees.
• Applicable Courses: All, except:
• Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine.
• AMC Seafaring courses.
• Bachelor of Dementia Care.
• Timeline: Application closes on December 18, 2024.
• Duration: Covers the entire duration of the program.

Eligibility Criteria

1. General Requirements

• Must be an international student starting in the first year of their program in 2025.
• Must be enrolled full-time in an eligible undergraduate or postgraduate program.
• Must meet the minimum academic requirements for admission.
• Students at University of Tasmania-affiliated Transnational Education (TNE) partner institutions are not eligible.
• Cannot receive any other scholarships from the University of Tasmania or other sources.

1. Academic Qualifications

• For undergraduate programs: Completion of a qualification equivalent to Australian Year 12.
• For postgraduate programs: A qualification equivalent to an Australian bachelor’s degree, with prerequisite subjects as specified.

1. English Language Proficiency

• Students must meet the English language requirements for their course.
• Approved tests include IELTS, PTE Academic, TOEFL, and Cambridge English certifications.
• Some courses may have higher English proficiency requirements.

Required Documents

• Personal Identification:
• Passport copy.
• Birth certificate or national identity card.
• Academic Evidence:
• Transcripts.
• Proof of meeting entry qualifications.
• Additional Documents:
• Evidence of intended study.
• Parental consent (for under-18 applicants).
• Health insurance proof.
• Proof of financial capacity.

Application Process

• No Separate Application Needed:
  The scholarship is automatically assessed during the International Student Application process.
• Notification:
  Successful applicants will receive details of their scholarship award in their Offer of Admission letter, along with the terms and conditions.

Terms and Conditions

1. Scholarship Combination:

• Students cannot combine TIS with other tuition fee scholarships.
• The scholarship with the highest value is recommended.

1. Academic Performance:

• Ongoing eligibility does not require reapplication.
• Only new students are assessed; current students are not reassessed based on UTAS performance.

1. Additional Opportunities:

• Students not eligible for the TIS may qualify for other scholarships or fee reductions offered by UTAS.

This scholarship offers a unique opportunity to study in Tasmania’s exceptional academic and cultural environment while benefiting from reduced tuition fees.