Review adjustments and admissions schemes
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If you're an international student studying your senior schooling in Australia, you may be eligible for a maximum of 3 adjustments if you study specific subjects in high school through the Subject Incentive Scheme.
Subject Incentive Scheme
Our access schemes recognise diverse educational pathways and life experiences, supporting you to reach your potential.
You could be eligible for up to 5 adjustment points to your ATAR (or equivalent), improving your entry score and opening up more opportunities to study at UQ.
How admissions schemes work
Your results
Your ATAR (or equivalent) is your starting point for entry.
Adjustments
You may receive up to 5 adjustment points through admissions schemes you’re eligible for.
Selection rank
Your selection rank is your ATAR + adjustment points. We use this to assess your application.
How to apply
- Check what applies to you.
Review the schemes below to see what fits your situation. - Apply through QTAC.
Submit your university application through QTAC. - Complete any required steps.
Some schemes (like the Educational Access Scheme) require supporting documents. - We apply your adjustments.
If you’re eligible, adjustment points are added to your selection rank. We then consider your application using this adjusted rank.
Find out what you're eligible for
Each scheme recognises a different part of your experience. You may be eligible for multiple schemes, up to a maximum of 5 adjustment points in total.
Attending a specific high school
Living or attending school in a rural or remote location
Identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
Experiencing financial or personal hardship
Studying specific subjects in high school
Applying to study law at UQ
Support from start to finish
Thinking about university but wondering how you'll afford it, move away from home, or get the ATAR you need?
If your path to university seems less straightforward, the admissions schemes on this page are just the start.
Whether you're from a rural or remote area, have a diverse background, identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, or have faced personal hardships, we can help you belong at UQ.