Deadline: May 1, 2023
Applications are now open for the Australia Awards Scholarship 2024, a long-term award managed by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. These scholarships are intended to support development needs in Australia’s partner countries, aligned with regional and bilateral agreements.
The awards provide individuals from developing nations, particularly those in the Indo-Pacific, with opportunities for full-time undergraduate or postgraduate studies at Australian universities and TAFE institutions.
The Australia Awards Scholarship equips recipients with the skills and knowledge necessary to inspire change and contribute to their home country’s development.
Benefits
Australia Awards Scholarships cover the minimum study period required to complete the specified academic program at an Australian institution, often including preparatory training. Typical benefits include:
- Full tuition fees
- Return economy airfare to and from Australia, via the most direct route
- Establishment allowance—a one-time payment for initial accommodation, textbooks, and study materials
- Contribution to Living Expenses (CLE)—a bi-weekly stipend for basic living costs
- Introductory Academic Program (IAP)—a compulsory orientation covering life and study in Australia
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the duration of the award (for awardees only)
- Pre-course English (PCE) fees (if necessary), for in-country or in-Australia training
- Supplementary academic support to aid academic success or enhance experience
- Fieldwork travel for eligible research students, covering one return economy airfare for field-related travel to their home country or within Australia
Eligibility
- Open to individuals from developing countries, especially those in the Indo-Pacific
- Study programs must align with the priority development areas of the applicant’s home country
- Training in fields related to aircraft piloting, nuclear technology, or military studies is not eligible
- Applicants may apply for other scholarships; however, recipients cannot hold another Australian government scholarship simultaneously with Australia Awards Scholarships
Application Process
Before applying:
- Review application opening and closing dates for your country, and consult your country’s eligibility requirements and priority development areas.
- Familiarize yourself with the Australia Awards Scholarships Policy Handbook, which outlines eligibility, selection, benefits, and responsibilities (note that updates may be made by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade).
- Application methods vary by country: some countries accept online applications, while others require paper submissions.
To Apply:
- Online: Use the Online Australia Scholarships Information System (OASIS), where you’ll need to answer eligibility questions to receive a registration number, username, and password.
- By Mail: If online application is not possible, you can apply by mail. Check your country profile for mailing instructions and necessary forms, including referee reports if required.
For further details, visit the Australia Awards Scholarship website.
