Applications are now open for the IES Foundation Year Scholarship 2020. This scholarship is awarded to students who have completed their foundation year at The International Education Servies Ltd (IES). Further, seeking admission to the Bachelor of Economics (BEcon). Will cover up to 25% of tuition fees only.

Moreover, The School of Economics and UQ Foundation have successfully developed a close working relationship over a number of years. With increasing numbers of international students deciding to pursue an economics degree at UQ. Further, after completing their Foundation studies. Students wishing to have a degree that provides critical thinking skills, problem-solving ability, and strong analytical tools which they can apply to a diverse range of business environments also, industries are recognizing the importance of economics to long-term career opportunity.

Benefit

• The value of the scholarship is 25% tuition fee waiver.

Eligibility

Students who have completed their foundation year at The International Education Servies Ltd (IES) and are seeking admission to the Bachelor of Economics (BEcon) or a dual degree with Bachelor of Economics.

• Criteria based on academic achievement in the IES Foundation Year program.
• Further, The applicant must have studied the correct prerequisite subjects during the IES Foundation Year to enroll in their chosen field.
• Applicants must have a minimum overall grade of 6.5 with a minimum of 5 for Maths and AE OR an IELTS of 6.5.
• The previous study of economics at school or college is not required for enrolment in the BEcon degree or for the scholarship.
• Students applying for a dual degree with BEcon are also eligible, and the scholarship will then apply to the 36 units required in the BEcon component of a dual program only.

Requirements

• Cover letter outlining why you wish to study economics at The University of Queensland
• Further, A brief summary of extra-curricular activities and interests you believe are relevant to the shortlisting committee