Australia Awards Scholarships

Australia Awards Scholarships Overview

International students can apply for fully funded Australia Awards Scholarships. These scholarships cover all tuition costs, travel expenses, living expenses, establishment costs, and more for undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students.

International students who are interested in pursuing higher education at participating Australian institutions are encouraged to apply for Australia Awards Scholarships. According to bilateral and regional agreements, Australia Awards Scholarships seek to support the needs of Australia’s partner nations in terms of development.

The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade is in charge of administering these prizes.

Australia Awards Scholarships Summary

• Level of Study: Undergraduate, Masters, Ph.D.
• Institution(s): Participating Australian Institutions
• Study in: Australia
• Opportunity Focus Areas: Explore a wide range of fields, including:
  • Engineering & Technology
  • Arts
  • Business & Law
  • Medical and Applied Sciences
  • Nursing and Midwifery
  • Human, Health, and Social Sciences
• Program Period: Varies based on the selected degree.
• Deadline: May 03, Check country-specific deadlines here.

Australia Awards Scholarships Coverage

Australia Awards Scholarships provide recipients with a comprehensive package of benefits, including:

• Full tuition fees
• Contribution towards accommodation expenses, textbooks, and study materials
• Return airfare—a single return, economy class ticket to and from Australia via the most direct route
• Contribution to Living Expenses (CLE)—a fortnightly allowance for basic living expenses
• Pre-course English (PCE) fees
• Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the award’s duration (for the awardee only)
• Introductory Academic Program (IAP)—a compulsory program offering insights into living and studying in Australia
• Supplementary academic support to ensure academic success and enhance the learning experience
• Fieldwork support for eligible research students, including one return economy class airfare for required fieldwork, either to their home country or within Australia.

Eligibility Criteria for Australia Awards Scholarships

To be eligible for Australia Awards Scholarships, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Required Language: English
• Eligible Countries: Citizens of participating countries in Asia, the Pacific, Africa, and the Middle East. See the complete list of participating countries on the [Australia Awards website].
• Minimum age of 18 years on February 1 of the scholarship year.
• Not a citizen of Australia, a permanent resident, or seeking permanent residency in Australia.
• A citizen of a participating country, applying from their country of citizenship.
• Not married, engaged, or in a de facto relationship with an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident during the application process.
• Not previously awarded a long-term Australia Award unless they have resided outside of Australia for double the duration of their previous award.
• Not currently serving in the military.
• Satisfy specific criteria set by the applicant’s country of citizenship or the Program Area (e.g., years of work experience in a relevant sector).
• Meet all Department of Home Affairs requirements for a Student Visa.
• Meet admission requirements of the institution where the award will be undertaken.
• Not applying for a scholarship for a lower academic level than already achieved (e.g., applying for a Master’s scholarship with an existing Ph.D.).
• Disclose any connections or relationships with Program Area staff or managing contractors transparently.

Refer to the complete eligibility criteria in the [Australia Awards Policy Handbook].

Application Procedure for Australia Awards Scholarships

To apply for Australia Awards Scholarships, follow these steps:

1. Before applying, carefully read the [Australia Awards Scholarships Policy Handbook].
2. Apply online through the [Online Australia Scholarships Information System (OASIS)]. You will receive a unique registration number, username, and password. You can set up a draft application and update it until the closing date.
3. Submit your application online, keeping in mind that once submitted, it cannot be changed. Apply well in advance to avoid peak usage delays.
4. If unable to apply online, obtain a hardcopy application form and other templates from your participating country’s profile.

Embark on your academic journey with this prestigious scholarship today!

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