Charles Darwin University International Student Scholarships 2026, Australia (Fully & Partially Funded)

Charles Darwin University (CDU), one of Australia’s most diverse and forward-thinking universities, offers a wide range of international scholarships to support talented students across the world. Whether you are applying for TAFE, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, or Higher Degree by Research (HDR) programs, CDU provides generous financial support to help you achieve your academic goals.

These scholarship programs reward high-achieving international students with excellent academic records, leadership potential, and a commitment to making a positive global impact.

Students may receive one or more of the following benefits depending on the scholarship:

General Benefits

• 20% to 50% tuition fee reductions for the duration of the degree.
• Automatic scholarship assessment for many programs (no separate application needed).
• Opportunity to study in Darwin, Sydney, or Alice Springs.

Scholarship-Specific Benefits

VCIHAS: 

• 50% tuition fee coverage for entire degree.

Global Merit Scholarship: 

• 30% tuition fee reduction.

Bachelor of Nursing Scholarship: 

• Up to 20% tuition fee discount.

Dili International School Scholarship:

1. Students pay only AUD 13,750 per year
2. CDU covers remaining tuition + on-campus accommodation

International College Scholarships (China & East Asia):

• 30% tuition discount (first year only).

International College Scholarships (All Other Regions):

• 15% or 30% tuition fee discount.

Australia Awards Scholarships:

• Fully funded benefits including tuition, living allowance, visa, travel, OSHC, and academic support.

• Bachelor
• Master's
• PhD

CDU international scholarships are available for:

1. TAFE / Vocational Education

• TAFE Certificates
• Diplomas
• Pathway programs

2. Undergraduate Programs

Bachelor’s degrees in fields such as:

• Nursing
• Business
• IT
• Engineering
• Health Sciences
• Education
• Arts & Social Sciences
• Environmental Science
• Law

3. Postgraduate Coursework

Master’s degrees in:

• Business & Management
• Information Technology
• Data Science
• Education
• Health & Nursing
• Engineering
• Humanities

4. Higher Degree by Research (HDR)

• Master of Research
• PhD programs

5. Foundation & Pathway Programs (CDU International College)

• Diploma of Business Studies
• Diploma of Information Technology
• Masters Qualifying Program

Open to applicants of all nationalities.

To be eligible for CDU international scholarships, applicants generally must:

General Eligibility

• Be an international student (full-fee paying).
• Meet the academic entry requirements for their chosen CDU course.
• Meet the English language proficiency requirements.
• Apply to commence studies in an eligible intake (2024, 2025, or 2026 depending on scholarship).
• Maintain a full-time enrolment on-campus.
• Accept the offer before the required intake deadlines.

Scholarship-Specific Eligibility

• VCIHAS: Minimum 95% overall score in highest completed qualification.
• Global Merit: Automatic eligibility based on academic merit; must accept offer before deadlines.
• Bachelor of Nursing Scholarship: Must apply for Bachelor of Nursing in 2025–2026.
• Dili International School Scholarship: Must be a DIS Year 12 graduate with ATAR.
• International College Scholarships (China & East Asia): Interview required; must be from an eligible country.
• International College Scholarships (All Regions): Interview required for 30% award; academic excellence needed.
• Australia Awards: Must be a citizen of an eligible country and meet government criteria.

Ongoing Eligibility

• Maintain required GPA (typically GPA 5.0–5.3, no fail grades).
• Continue to be an international fee-paying student.
• Pay tuition fee share before each semester deadline.
• Maintain full-time enrolment (40 credit points) unless approved otherwise.

Follow these steps to secure a CDU international scholarship:

Step 1: Choose a CDU Course

• Browse TAFE, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, or Research programs.

Step 2: Apply for Admission

• Submit your application using the CDU online application portal.

Step 3: Apply for Scholarships (Only if required)

• VCIHAS and DIS Scholarship require a separate form.
• Other scholarships are automatically assessed.

Step 4: Receive Your Offer & Scholarship Outcome

• Successful candidates will receive their scholarship confirmation via email.