International AusAid Student Information

General Information about CQUniversity  

Central Queensland University (CQU) is an internationally, nationally and regionally networked and engaged university based in Rockhampton Queensland and operates throughout the Asia-Pacific. Our 26000 students (from over 120 countries) succeed because of the five-star quality and relevancy of our teaching, learning, research and community programs and services. Our personalised learning support, collaborative partnerships and excellent staff provide pathways for people - anywhere, with different learning styles - to achieve, thrive and succeed. CQU has staff dedicated to manage, coordinate and comply with the AusAID contract. The staff have specialised functions to ensure all AusAID students are provided with quality academic and personal support during their studies. CQUniversity offers AusAID students a variety of facilities and support to ensure their stay and studies at the university and Australia are pleasant and successful.  

AusAID CONTACTS

Student Contact Officer (SCO)
Tel: +61 7 4930 6370
Fax: +61 7 4930 9366
Mobile:  0437 919 048
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Institution Contact Officer (ICO)
Tel: +61 7 4923 2848
Fax: +61 7 4923 2100
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Australian Government Scholarships

CQUniversity is contracted by the Australian Agency for International Development (AusAID) to receive students and administer the scholarship programs to the awardees of Australian Government Scholarships. There are two AusAID scholarships programs available to eligible international students at CQUniversity.

1. Australian Development Scholarship (ADS)
2. Australian Leadership Award (ALA)

Australian Development Scholarships 

Australian Development Scholarships (ADS) are a highly-valued form of development cooperation between Australia and partner countries with which Australia has a bilateral aid program. ADS provide partner countries with the opportunity to strengthen its human resource capacity through offering scholarships to individuals within key institutions, to undertake tertiary studies in Australia in areas relevant to the development needs of the country.  

Objectives of Australian Development Scholarships

Australian Development Scholarships aim to contribute to long-term development needs of Australia's partner countries to promote good governance, economic growth and human development. ADS provide people with the necessary skills and knowledge to drive change and influence the development outcomes of their own country, through obtaining tertiary qualifications at participating Australian institutions. ADS holders are therefore required to return to their country of citizenship for a minimum period of two years following the completion of their scholarship to contribute to the development of their country. Under AusAID's gender/equity policy, ADS awards are allocated equally between men and women.  

Australian Development Scholarship benefits

Scholarships are offered for the minimum period necessary for the individual to complete the academic program specified by the institution, including any preparatory training. The following benefits generally apply:

• return air travel-payment of a single return, economy class airfare to and from Australia, via the most direct route
• a reunion airfare entitlement for reunion travel is available to Students who commence their scholarship in 2009 and have no family members accompanying them
• contribution to initial visa expenses
• establishment allowance-a once only payment of A$5,000 as a contribution towards expenses such as rental bonds, text books, study materials, additional medical insurance, home contents insurance, excess baggage etc
• full tuition fees
• Contribution to Living Expenses (CLE) is a fortnightly contribution to basic living expenses paid at a rate determined by AusAID.  From 1 July 2009, CLE payable to students studying under the Australian Development Scholarship (ADS) is A$25,000
• Introductory Academic Program (IAP)-a compulsory 4-6 week program prior to the commencement of formal academic studies covering information on life and study in Australia. See information on IAPs below
• Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the duration of the award (for award holder only)-provided to cover the student's basic medical costs
• Pre-course English (PCE) fees-if deemed necessary PCE may be available for students for in-country and/or in-Australia training
• Supplementary Academic Support (Tutorial Assistance)-may be available when essential to improve the student's performance to ensure their academic success
• fieldwork (for research students only)-may be available for eligible research students for one return economy class airfare via the most direct route to their country of citizenship or within Australia.

ADS scholarships are available for citizens of:

For more information on ADS eligibility and how to apply, please visit the AusAID website at www.ausaid.gov.au and select ADS.

What can I study?

Australian Development Scholarships are generally available for full-time undergraduate or postgraduate study, from Certificate level to PhD at participating Australian universities and Technical and Further Education (TAFE) institutions. The number of scholarships and fields of study are determined annually by each ADS participating country and in accordance with the Australian Government's bilateral development assistance program. Some countries may limit the level of study (technical, undergraduate or postgraduate) and give priority to certain fields of study to better meet development needs and Australia's specific aid objectives for each country. Country specific information is available from the relevant Australian Diplomatic Mission.  

Central Queensland University information kits

Once applicants have accepted an ADS offer and signed the contract with the Commonwealth of Australia, CQUniversity will provide each ADS student with an Offer of admission and information kit once all requirements are met including pre-departure information. The pre-departure information provides details on areas such as the university and the student's course, reception information, climate details, local childcare and schooling options, long term accommodation, living costs, support services available, public transport options and contact details for CQUniversity.    

Introductory Academic Program

Central Queensland University will provide a compulsory Introductory Academic Program (IAP) of between 4-6 weeks duration to all ADS students after their arrival in Australia and prior to the commencement of their formal academic program. The IAP covers the following areas:

• Living arrangements: study and life in Australia, accommodation options, budgeting and living costs, and assistance available to students facing difficulties adapting to their new environment
• Academic matters: advice about academic and language skills and information about study requirements and options
• Legal requirements and entitlements: information about welfare and health services, social adjustment activities, chaplaincy and prayer rooms, part-time employment services, and relevant State laws
• Student Support Services for international students.

Accommodation

CQUniversity staff will greet new ADS students at the airport upon arrival and take them to their initial accommodation. CQUniversity will also assist in arranging accommodation for students and their families for the first seven days they are in Australia. Students are responsible for the cost of this accommodation, but CQUniversity will try to find accommodation that is reasonably priced, with appropriate furniture and facilities. Students are responsible for finding and paying for their own long-term accommodation.  

Information regarding dependants

Students wishing to bring family members to Australia must contact the Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) directly to ascertain the current requirements for family entry. More information about DIAC's entry requirements and the visa process are available from the DIAC website http://www.immi.gov.au/. ADS students will be required to ensure all their dependants have medical insurance in place prior to their departure from their country of citizenship. Students who bring family members to Australia are entirely responsible for their welfare, including all costs associated with visas, travel, medical, living, and schooling if applicable.     

Australian Leadership Awards (ALA)   

Australian Leadership Awards are an award under which the Australian Government offers scholarships and fellowships for current and future leaders from the Asia-Pacific Region. They are awarded to people who are already leaders or have potential to assume leadership roles that can influence social and economic policy reform and development outcomes, both in their own countries and in the Asia and Pacific region.  Further information on these awards is available from AusAID.