The Australia Awards Scholarships are prestigious long-term scholarships funded by the Australian Government through the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. These scholarships provide exceptional opportunities for students and professionals from developing countries, especially within the Indo-Pacific region, to pursue full-time undergraduate or postgraduate study at Australia’s leading universities and Technical and Further Education (TAFE) institutions.
Why Australia Awards?
Australia Awards Scholarships aim to develop the skills and knowledge of individuals to drive meaningful change in their home countries. Awardees not only gain a globally recognized education but also immerse themselves in an authentic Australian experience, building life-long connections with other scholars and local communities.
Benefits of the Scholarship
✔️ Full tuition fees for your chosen program
✔️ Return air travel (economy class) to and from Australia
✔️ Establishment allowance for accommodation, textbooks, and study materials
✔️ Fortnightly contribution to living expenses
✔️ Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
✔️ Pre-course English (if needed)
✔️ Fieldwork support for eligible research students
✔️ Supplementary academic support to ensure success
Conditions
- Scholars must sign a contract with the Commonwealth of Australia.
- Scholars are required to return to their home country for at least two years after completing the scholarship to contribute to national development.
Who Can Apply?
Australia Awards Scholarships are open to citizens of eligible countries in:
- Africa: Algeria, Angola, Botswana, Côte d’Ivoire, DRC, Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and more.
- Asia: Bangladesh, Bhutan, Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Maldives, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Vietnam.
- Pacific: Fiji, Kiribati, Micronesia, New Caledonia, Niue, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, Wallis and Futuna.
Application Timeline (2026)
- Opening Date: 1 February 2026, 9:00 AM AEDT
- Closing Date: 30 April 2026, 2:00 PM AEST
- Contact: Country-specific emails are available for inquiries (see full list above).
Participating Australian Universities & TAFE Institutions
Adelaide University, Australian Catholic University, Bond University, Charles Sturt University, Curtin University, Deakin University, Griffith University, La Trobe University, Monash University, University of Melbourne, University of Sydney, University of Queensland, University of Western Australia, RMIT University, TAFE NSW, TAFE SA, and many more.
How to Apply Professionally
Applicants are encouraged to apply through our professional scholarship support team to ensure all documents, eligibility criteria, and forms are completed correctly. Early preparation increases your chances of success.