Location: Australia
Eligibility: Citizens of eligible developing countries
Host: Australian Government (DFAT)
apply-url: https://www.dfat.gov.au/people-to-people/australia-awards/
The Australian Government and Australian universities provide numerous scholarships for international students to study in Australia, with over 1000 scholarships offered per year. These scholarships support undergraduate and postgraduate study, as well as research programs, with benefits including full tuition fees, air travel, and living expenses. Around 10+ scholarships are available for international students.
Overview
The Australian Government offers several scholarship programs, including the Australia Awards Scholarships, Destination Australia Scholarships, and Australia Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarships. These programs provide opportunities for international students to study at participating Australian universities and Technical and Further Education (TAFE) institutions.
- Australia Awards Scholarships: long-term development awards for undergraduate or postgraduate study
- Destination Australia Scholarships: supports study and living expenses in regional Australia
- Australia Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarships: enables postgraduate research study
- University of Sydney International Scholarships: covers tuition fees and living allowance for postgraduate research
- Macquarie University International Scholarships: partial tuition fee scholarship for undergraduate or postgraduate study
- Griffith Vice Chancellor’s Scholarships: available for undergraduate and postgraduate coursework studies
Eligibility
International students from developing countries, particularly those in the Indo-Pacific region, are eligible to apply for these scholarships. Eligible students must meet specific requirements, such as:
- Being a citizen of a participating country
- Meeting the academic requirements for the chosen course
- Receiving an offer to study at a participating Australian university
Benefits
- Full tuition fees
- Return air travel
- Establishment allowance
- Contribution to living expenses (CLE)
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
How to Apply
To apply for these scholarships, students must submit their applications through the relevant university or government website. The application process typically involves:
- Submitting an application form
- Providing required documents, such as academic transcripts and language proficiency tests
- Receiving an offer to study at a participating Australian university
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the benefits of the Australia Awards Scholarships?
The Australia Awards Scholarships provide full tuition fees, return air travel, establishment allowance, contribution to living expenses, and Overseas Student Health Cover.
How many scholarships are offered under the Destination Australia program?
Over 1000 scholarships of $15,000 are offered per year to support study and living expenses in regional Australia.
What is the duration of the Australia Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarships?
The scholarships are available for a period of two years for a Masters by research degree or three years for a Doctorate by research degree.
What is the value of the Macquarie University International Scholarships?
The scholarship amount is varied up to AUD$10,000.
What is the eligibility criteria for the Griffith Vice Chancellor’s Scholarships?
The scholarship is available for exceptional students applying for undergraduate and postgraduate coursework studies at Griffith University.