
The Australian Government recognizes that education develops skills and knowledge, builds enduring people, country and professional links, and has the power to influence positive change. The Awards strive to develop leadership potential and stimulate lasting change by empowering a global network of talented individuals through high-quality education experiences in Australia and overseas. Recipients return home with new ideas and knowledge, and the ability to make a significant contribution to their home countries as leaders in their field.
The study and research opportunities provided by Australia Awards Scholarships develop the skills and knowledge of individuals to drive change and contribute to the development outcomes of their own country. The Australian Government encourages women and people with disability to apply for Australia Awards Scholarships.
What does the scholarship cover?
Australia Awards Scholarships generally cover the following fees and entitlements:
- full tuition fees
- return air travel
- establishment allowance
- contribution to living expenses
- an Introductory Academic Program
Eligibility criteria
Eligibility criteria
- be a minimum of 18 years of age at the time of commencing the scholarship
- be a citizen of a participating country (as listed on the Australia Awards website) and be residing in and applying for the scholarship from their country of citizenship
- not be married, engaged to, or a de facto of a person who holds, or is eligible to hold, Australian or New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency, at any time during the application, selection or mobilisation phases (note: residents of Cook Islands, Niue and Tokelau with New Zealand citizenship are eligible but must apply for a Student visa (subclass 500)
Contact us
Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Barton ACT 0221 Australia
Phone: +61 2 6261 1111
Infromation on international scholarships