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Queensland Firebirds

UQ and the Firebirds are delivering goal assists on and off the court.

Fuelling the fire of ambition

UQ and the Queensland Firebirds share one clear goal: breaking barriers to help young people reach their potential.

Now in our eleventh year as a premier partner of Netball Queensland and the Queensland Firebirds, we're always onside for each player, so they can score their own goals through scholarships, education, and practical experience.

Special discounts for the UQ community

To show our appreciation for the unwavering support of our UQ community, we’re offering a special discount code for staff, students and alumni until 31 May 2026.

UQ discount code: UQ10!

Buy Firebirds tickets

For 10% off game tickets, use the discount code.

Our partnership in action

This partnership celebrates our shared belief that talent is everywhere and that everyone deserves their shot at success. With a good assist, you can score any goal – both on and off the court.

Scholarships

Breaking down barriers to university education for Year 12 students passionate about netball.

Student placements

Offering UQ students exclusive experiences working in an elite sporting environment.

Empowering programs 

Engaging and inspiring First Nations young women to become leaders in their communities.

UQ Firebirds Scholarship Program

The $5,000 UQ Firebirds Scholarship was established in 2019 to encourage and support new UQ students who have demonstrated a passion for netball.

We’re dedicated to creating pathways to education for Queenslanders from all backgrounds, so they can reach their full potential.

Scholarship applications are now open for students interested in commencing at UQ in Semester 1, 2027.

Apply now

Alyssa Hanson

All fired up

Read about how the UQ Firebirds scholarship has driven community-minded students like Savanna Detlefson, Brooke Warburton and Alyssa Hanson to succeed.