The Queensland Overseas Foundation shares news, stories and updates that celebrate the achievements of scholarship and bursary recipients, promote international opportunities and showcase the impact of global learning across Queensland industries and communities.
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Important Dates for QOF Scholarships & Bursaries
2027 QOF Scholarship & Global Connections Bursary Applications – Key Dates Announced The Queensland Overseas Foundation (QOF) is pleased to announce the key dates for the 2027 Scholarship Program and Bursary Program. If you’re planning to apply, now is the perfect time to begin preparing your application, reviewing the eligibility criteria and gathering any supporting…
Caitlin Baxter.
2025 Scholarship Awardee “Embrace the experience, leaving your family and friends behind can be very daunting but this is a once in a lifetime opportunity and you should fully immerse yourself into it.” 2025 QOF Awardee Caitlin Baxter undertook her scholarship in the United Kingdom, working as a Pastry Chef and Demi Chef de Partie…
QOF Award Ceremony 2026
The QOF Award ceremony celebrates the achievements of outstanding individuals in the Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector and brings together leaders and supporters from across the community. These Awards are unique in Queensland and they are invaluable to the recipients but also to the communities and education settings they return to. You can register…
QOF Award Ceremony 2025
Five Queenslanders received prestigious overseas travel Awards at the Premiers’ Hall, Parliament House in a ceremony held on Monday 7 April, 2025. The Awards were conferred by Governor of Queensland, Her Excellency the Honourable Dr Jeannette Young AC PSM. This year, we were honoured to welcome the Honourable Ros Bates MP, Minister for Finance, Trade…
Wayne Costain.
2024 Bursary Winner “Thank you for this incredible opportunity. Your generous contribution has enabled me to expand my skills and knowledge, immerse myself in global trends, and build valuable connections with industry leaders from around the world.” Wayne attended an intensive training camp on mastering water-based ink techniques, significantly enhancing his screen printing skills while…