Future Leaders in Quantum Computing Scholarship

The ARC Training Centre for Future Leaders in Quantum Computing (FLiQC) scholarship offers an industry PhD program which includes:

• A stipend worth A$42,754 p.a. (2026 rate) for a period of up to 4 years
• A research project co-designed with FLiQC industry partner(s)
• Substantive engagement with our industry partners as a core component of the PhD
• Access to an industry-ready skills training program provided by the ARC Training Centre
• Entry to the SQA PhD Experience Program events and workshops.

• Scholarships are open to domestic and international students.
  • Domestic students include Australian citizens, permanent residents, a person entitled to stay in Australia, or to enter and stay in Australia, without any limitation as to time and a New Zealand citizen.
  • International students must either hold or be able to obtain a valid visa for the duration of the specified term upon being awarded the scholarship.
• You are expected to enroll in a full-time PhD program at an FLiQC partner university. PhD projects must be in a field related to quantum technology. Please note you will not be offered an FLiQC PhD scholarship unless you have a PhD offer of admission.  
• You must have the support of the project supervisor before submitting your application. Please refer to the list of projects and supervisors associated with this scholarship for more details.
• You must not hold another primary PhD stipend scholarship (for example, a Research Training Program (RTP) or equivalent scholarship).  

Supporting documentation

To be considered for one of these scholarships, please upload the following documents with your application. This supporting documentation must be contained in a single pdf (not a portfolio). 

• Personal statement 
• Academic transcript(s) 
• Curriculum Vitae
• Any other information supporting your application. 

Please note: Failure to follow the guidelines will lead to your application not being considered. 

Applications will be assessed by researchers and academics from FLiQC through a competitive assessment process, based on the following criteria:

• Academic merit
• Area of study
• Curriculum vitae
• Copy of scholarly publication(s) in either peer-reviewed national or international journals (for Honours degree applicants)
• Non-peer review publications

FLiQC encourages applications from women, Indigenous Australians, applicants with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. Applicants are welcome to include this information as part of their applications.

Are there any application fees? 

• No payment is required to apply for the scholarship.

Can I get feedback on my application?  

• Unfortunately, we cannot provide feedback on your application.   

How do I know if my research area sufficiently relates to quantum tech?

• As quantum tech can span various disciplines and areas, the best person to answer this question is your proposed supervisor

Do I have to come to Australia, or can I do my PhD entirely remotely and apply for a scholarship?

• As per the requirements of your university candidature (see their degree resolutions for details), you will need to do your PhD largely in Australia. You may be able to be overseas for a period within this or commence offshore for a period of time. If you are an international student, you will need an Australia visa granted before you can enrol.

What are the selection criteria?

• Details are available above – under ‘How will my application be assessed?’

Can I start my application form and save it to finish it later?

• Depending on your browser – it should remember you and let you return to the same spot. However, if you open it up on a different browser or device, it likely won’t remember you, so make sure to keep a copy of anything you worry about losing to be safe.

I’ve accidentally submitted something incorrect on my application – how do I update this?

• If you submit multiple applications, we will use the latest application you submitted before the deadline in the assessment and selection process. If you are having trouble accessing the form after your first submission (i.e., the link takes you to a thank you for submitting page), if you open the link using a different browser application (e.g. Firefox instead of Chrome) and it should let you access the form anew. Alternatively, you can also email info.sqa@sydney.edu.au with your updated information.

Can I apply for an FLiQC scholarship and another scholarship at the same time?

• Yes, you can. However, should you be successful for another scholarship, it may change your eligibility for the FLiQC scholarship. For example, should you accept a primary PhD stipend scholarship (for example, a Research Training Program (RTP) or equivalent scholarship) after your application, you would no longer be eligible for a FLiQC Scholarship. Please reach out if you are applying for a supplementary/top-up scholarship in conjunction with the FLiQC Scholarship for more details and eligibility criteria.

How do I know if I’m accepted for the scholarship? 

• We will contact you via email, so please check your inbox regularly. Use a single email address for all communications during the application period and remember to check your spam folder for messages from us.

I have another question not answered here – who can I ask?  

Please email info.sqa@sydney.edu.au and we will get back to you as soon as possible.  

Before submitting your application, please read the documents listed below.

• Application Guidelines 
• Conditions of Award