University of the Sunshine Coast: fees and courses for international students
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Scholarships
Scholarships for international students at UniSC
- UniSC Global Future Scholarship ↗No application needed20% off tuition for the programBachelor’s and master’s · A passport from an eligible country. Included in your offer.
- UniSC International Welcome Grant ↗Check how to applyUp to A$2,500 credit towards your student visa chargeBachelor’s and master’s · New student visa holders.
- Destination Australia Scholarship ↗Apply separatelyUp to A$15,000 a yearBachelor’s · Student visa holders. 2027 applications close 30 November 2026.
With the 20% scholarship (needs an eligible passport): typical bachelor’s tuition about A$23,600 a year instead of A$29,500; typical master’s tuition about A$25,200 a year instead of A$31,500.
Government scholarships you can also apply for
- Australia Awards Scholarships ↗Apply separatelyFull tuition, return airfare, a living allowance and health coverMostly master's · Citizens of participating countries, including Bangladesh, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Vietnam, Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand, Nigeria, Kenya and Ghana. Not open to citizens of India, Malaysia, the UAE, Saudi Arabia or Oman. Apply in your home country through the Australia Awards office. Dates differ by country.
- Destination Australia Scholarship ↗Apply separatelyUp to A$15,000 a yearBachelor's, diploma and some master's · International and domestic students studying at a regional campus. Offered through the university. Apply through the university. Places are limited.
Checked on UniSC's official website on 9 November 2026, for students starting in 2027. Scholarships change every year, so confirm the details and deadline on the official page before you apply.
Tuition by study area
| Study area | Courses | Typical bachelor's tuition per year | Typical master's tuition per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 📈 Business & Management | 28 | A$28,500 | A$29,219 |
| 🌏 Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences | 19 | A$28,500 | A$29,500 |
| ⚙️ Engineering | 12 | A$33,500 | A$38,500 |
| 🧠 Psychology | 11 | A$30,500 | A$33,500 |
| ❤️ Health & Allied Health | 10 | A$31,500 | A$35,460 |
| 🍎 Teaching & Education | 10 | A$28,500 | A$31,500 |
| ⚖️ Law & Justice | 9 | A$33,500 | n/a |
| 🎨 Creative Arts, Media & Design | 9 | A$28,500 | n/a |
| 🔬 Science | 9 | A$31,500 | n/a |
| 💻 IT & Computer Science | 4 | A$29,500 | A$31,500 |
| 🧮 Accounting & Finance | 4 | A$28,500 | A$27,733 |
| 🌿 Agriculture & Environment | 4 | A$31,500 | n/a |
| 🩺 Nursing | 3 | A$30,787 | A$32,420 |
| 🏛️ Architecture & Construction | 2 | A$28,500 | n/a |
Value snapshot
What you get for the fee at UniSC
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All courses
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| Course | Level | Campus | Years | Tuition / yr | Total tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma in Animal Ecology CRICOS 107195F | Diploma | Brisbane, Sunshine Coast | 1 | A$21,000 | A$21,000 |
| Diploma in Business CRICOS 084894F | Diploma | Brisbane, Sunshine Coast | 1 | A$21,000 | A$21,000 |
| Diploma in Business Innovation CRICOS 109234K | Diploma | Brisbane, Sunshine Coast | 1 | A$21,000 | A$21,000 |
| Diploma in Communication CRICOS 084895E | Diploma | Sunshine Coast | 1 | A$21,000 | A$21,000 |
| Diploma in Criminology and Justice CRICOS 0100425 | Diploma | Sunshine Coast | 1 | A$21,000 | A$21,000 |
| Diploma in International Sport Management CRICOS 120807G | Diploma | Brisbane, Sunshine Coast | 1 | A$21,000 | A$21,000 |
| Diploma in Outdoor Environmental Studies CRICOS 088627D | Diploma | Sunshine Coast | 1 | A$21,000 | A$21,000 |
| Diploma in Social Sciences CRICOS 084897C | Diploma | Sunshine Coast | 1 | A$21,000 | A$21,000 |
| Undergraduate Certificate in Animal Ecology CRICOS 110842J | Diploma | Brisbane, Sunshine Coast | 0.5 | A$10,500 | A$10,500 |
| Undergraduate Certificate in General Studies CRICOS 108700H | Diploma | Brisbane, Sunshine Coast | 0.5 | A$22,900 | A$22,900 |
Common questions
Does University of the Sunshine Coast offer scholarships for international students?
Yes. UniSC Global Future Scholarship: 20% off tuition for the program (no separate application). UniSC International Welcome Grant: Up to A$2,500 credit towards your student visa charge (check how to apply). Destination Australia Scholarship: Up to A$15,000 a year (apply separately). Checked on the official website on 9 November 2026; confirm before you apply.
How much does University of the Sunshine Coast cost for international students?
Based on the CRICOS register (September 2026), median annual tuition at University of the Sunshine Coast is A$29,500 for undergraduate courses and A$31,500 for postgraduate coursework. Fees vary by course. See the courses on this page.
How many courses can international students take at University of the Sunshine Coast?
University of the Sunshine Coast has 141 undergraduate and postgraduate coursework programs registered on CRICOS (85 undergraduate, 34 postgraduate).
What is the lowest-cost master’s at University of the Sunshine Coast?
On the CRICOS register, Master of International Development has the lowest estimated annual tuition among UniSC’s master’s programs of a year or longer, at about A$25,600 per year.
Source: CRICOS register (Australian Government, data.gov.au), September 2026. Tuition is the provider’s registered estimate for the full course; annual figure = total ÷ course length. Scholarships: each university's official website, checked 9 November 2026. Entry requirements and scholarships are set by the university and change each year, so confirm on the official website. UniPath is independent and not affiliated with University of the Sunshine Coast.