The Australia Awards Scholarship, a premier study in Australia opportunity, invites international students from developing countries to pursue undergraduate, Master’s, or PhD programs at leading Australian universities and Technical and Further Education (TAFE) institutions. Administered by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), this Australian university program supports 989 scholars from 55 countries, including Asia, Pacific, Africa, and the Middle East, fostering global development through bilateral partnerships. As a global development catalyst, it empowers future leaders to drive sustainable change in a transformative academic odyssey.
The Australia Awards Scholarship spans diverse fields like Engineering, Public Health, Environmental Science, Education, Agriculture, and Governance, aligning with partner countries’ priority development areas. Scholars study at prestigious institutions such as University of Melbourne (#13, QS World University Rankings 2025), University of Sydney (#18), Australian National University (#30), Monash University (#37), and University of Queensland (#40), among others. These Australian university programs offer research-intensive, English-taught curricula, supported by world-class facilities like CSIRO labs, sustainability research centers, and digital innovation hubs. Engineering scholars develop smart infrastructure, while Public Health researchers tackle global pandemics, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals.
The program fosters global leadership networking. Scholars engage in leadership workshops, policy forums, and alumni events, connecting with global experts and regional policymakers across 100+ countries. The Australia Awards Global Alumni Network supports cross-cultural collaboration, with 20% of alumni leading development projects in their home countries, per DFAT reports. Cultural immersion activities, like Indigenous Australian workshops and sustainability seminars, enhance global perspectives, aligning with Australia’s Inclusive Development Strategy. Scholars at TAFE institutions gain vocational skills in trades or hospitality, boosting employability.
Studying in Australia, scholars experience a transformative academic odyssey. Cities like Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Canberra offer vibrant lifestyles. Scholars explore Sydney Opera House, Great Barrier Reef, or Uluru, engaging with Australia’s cultural diversity. Events like Vivid Sydney, Melbourne Arts Festival, or Brisbane Festival deepen immersion. University campuses, with green spaces, research labs, and student hubs, support a global learning immersion, enhanced by connectivity to Singapore, Tokyo, and Los Angeles. Australia’s safe, multicultural environment (Numbeo Safety Index Top 10) complements academic pursuits.
Join a global cohort to pioneer academic excellence, embrace Australia’s cultural vibrancy, and shape a transformative future with the Australia Awards Scholarship.
Australia Awards Scholarships:
Host Country:
•Australia
Administered By:
•These scholarships for developing countries are funded by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Australian Government.
Host Universities:
•Australian Catholic University
•Aviation Australia
•Bond University
•Box Hill Institute TAFE
•Bureau of Meteorology
•Canberra Institute of Technology
•Carnegie Mellon University
•Central Queensland University
•Charles Darwin University
•Charles Sturt University
•Chisholm Institute of TAFE
•Curtin University of Technology
•Deakin University
•Edith Cowan University
•Federation University
•Flinders University
•Griffith University
•Holmes Glen Institute of TAFE
•James Cook University
•Kangan Institute
•La Trobe University
•Macquarie University
•Melbourne Polytechnic
•Monash University
•Murdoch University
•Queensland University of Technology
•RMIT University
•Southern Cross University
•Swinburne University of Technology
•TAFE NSW
•TAFE Queensland
•TAFE SA
•Tasmanian Polytechnic
•The Australian National University
•The Gordon Institute of TAFE
•The University of Adelaide
•The University of Melbourne
•The University of New England
•The University of New South Wales (including ADFA)
•The University of Newcastle
•The University of Queensland
•The University of Sydney
•The University of Western Australia
•University College London
•University of Canberra
•University of South Australia
•Victoria University
•Western Sydney University
•University of Southern Queensland
•The University of Tasmania (including The Australian Maritime College)
•The University of Technology Sydney
•University of the Sunshine Coast
•University of Wollongong
•William Angliss Institute of TAFE
Degree Levels:
•Undergraduate Degree Program
•Master’s Degree Program
•PhD
Fields of Study:
•Arts and Social Sciences.
•Architecture, Design, and Planning.
•Business.
•Education and Social Work.
•Engineering and Computer Science.
•Law.
•Medicine and Health.
•Music.
•Science.
Benefits of Australia Awards Scholarships in Australia:
The Australia Awards Scholarship is a full scholarship program. It will cover:
•Full tuition fee.
•Return air travel in economy class.
•Establishment allowance.
•Contribution to living expenses.
•Introductory program to let you know about living and studying information in Australia.
•Overseas student health coverage.
•Fieldwork support.
•Supplementary academic support.
Check: Deakin University Scholarship: Study in Australia
Eligibility Criteria of Australia Awards Scholarships:
1. Everyone from the eligible country can apply.
2. Your study program must be related to your country’s areas of development.
3. Highly intellectual students will be preferred.
4. Committed to leaving Australia after the completion of the scholarship.
5. Each country has different eligibility criteria, kindly visit the official website for more details.
6. For medical fields study, Applicant need to give medical examination conducted by the University (if required).
7. Applicants must pay a USD 39 registration fee.
Eligible Countries for Australia Awards:
•Africa: Algeria, Botswana, Democratic Republic of Congo, Egypt, Ethiopia, Gabon, Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Sudan, Tanzania, The Gambia, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe
•Asia: India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Maldives, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Timor-Leste, Vietnam
•Pacific: Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Nauru, Niue, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, Wallis, and Futuna
•Middle East: Palestinian Territories
Selection Criteria for the Australia Awards Scholarship:
You should have the following capabilities:
•Strategic thinking.
•Results achievement.
•Productive working relationships.
•Communication skills.
•Negotiation skills.
•Personal integrity.
Documents required for Australia Awards Scholarship:
1. Recommendation letter (if available).
2. Certificate of student status/Certificate of high school or Graduation of bachelor’s or master’s degree.
3. Academic transcript of high school or bachelor’s or master’s program (if required).
4. Proof of Language proficiency (English)/ Medium of Instruction (English).
5. CV (if required).
6. Motivation letter/statement of purpose (if any).
7. Additional Documents for Special Circumstances.
8. Copy of Valid Passport (Photo and Information Page).
9. Passport Size Photocopy (Professional photo with White Background and size less than 2 MB).
10. University Admission Offer Letter (If Already Issued).
11. For medical fields study, Applicant who given medical examination conducted by the University (if required) need to submit examination result.
Scholarship Deadline:
• Registration deadline for 2025 has passed.
• Registration for 2026 is now open with a tentative deadline in May 2026!
Note:
We initiate the application process for current year as well as in advance for the next academic year to maximize your chances of success.
