Future Leaders in Quantum Computing (FLiQC) PhD Scholarship 2027 – Australia

Overview

A national ARC-funded PhD training scholarship in quantum computing, paying AUD 42,754/year for up to 4 years across five partner Australian universities.

Eligibility

Benefits

Application Process

The Future Leaders in Quantum Computing (FLiQC) PhD Scholarship funds doctoral researchers within Australia’s ARC Training Centre for Future Leaders in Quantum Computing, a national program spanning five partner universities.

FLiQC is administered in partnership with the Sydney Quantum Academy, and successful applicants complete their PhD at one of five partner institutions: University of Sydney, UNSW Sydney, University of Technology Sydney, Macquarie University, or University of Western Australia.

Applications open 26 August 2026 and close 8 October 2026.

Scholarship Summary

Scholarship Name: Future Leaders in Quantum Computing (FLiQC) PhD Scholarship

Academic Year: 2027 intake

Host Country: Australia

Scholarship Provider: ARC Training Centre for Future Leaders in Quantum Computing

Administered Through: Sydney Quantum Academy, across 5 partner universities

Eligible Applicants: Domestic and international students

Study Location: Sydney, NSW or Perth, WA (depending on partner university)

Application Method: Online, single PDF submission

Application Window: 26 August – 8 October 2026

Study Levels

This scholarship is a PhD-only training award:

• PhD / Doctoral Studies

Who Can Apply?

The scholarship is open to both domestic and international students, but requires a secured supervisor and a PhD offer of admission before applying.

• Hold, or be completing, an honours/bachelor’s degree in physics, mathematics, computer science, electrical engineering, chemistry, materials science, or a related field (prior quantum experience is not required)
• Secure a supervisor endorsement and a full-time PhD offer of admission at one of the five FLiQC partner universities
• Not be in full-time employment
• Not hold another primary PhD stipend (e.g. an RTP scholarship) concurrently

Scholarship Benefits

Recipients receive:

• A stipend of AUD 42,754 per year (2026 rate, indexed annually), for up to 4 years
• Up to 12 months of embedded industry placement and professional development
• Mentorship and training through the FLiQC program (commercialisation, IP, leadership, and communication skills)

How to Apply

Applicants must first arrange a FLiQC-aligned PhD project and supervisor at one of the five partner universities before applying for the scholarship itself.

Application Steps

1. Identify a FLiQC-aligned PhD project and supervisor at one of the five partner universities.
2. Secure supervisor endorsement and a full-time PhD offer of admission.
3. Prepare a single PDF containing your personal statement, academic transcripts, CV, and supporting materials (e.g. publications).
4. Submit the PDF through the FLiQC scholarship application portal between 26 August and 8 October 2026.
5. Direct any questions to info.sqa@sydney.edu.au.

Application Deadline

Deadline: 8 October 2026 (applications open 26 August 2026).

Important Information

• A confirmed supervisor and PhD offer at a partner university is required before applying
• Applicants cannot hold another primary PhD stipend concurrently
• Open to both domestic and international applicants
• Study location depends on which of the five partner universities the supervisor is based at

Official Application Portal

FLiQC Scholarship Information – Sydney Quantum Academy

Official Sources

Applicants should always prioritize information published by:

• ARC Training Centre for Future Leaders in Quantum Computing (FLiQC)
• Sydney Quantum Academy

Disclaimer: Scholarship availability, eligibility requirements, benefits, deadlines, and participating programs may change. Applicants should verify all information through the official sources before applying.