If you’re considering studying in Australia, this article is for you. Here, we’ll cover Australia Awards Scholarships, their benefits, and the step-by-step application process.The Australia Awards Scholarships 2026-2027 are fully funded opportunities for international students pursuing undergraduate, master’s, or PhD programs. They cover full tuition fees, travel costs, living expenses, and more.These scholarships support students from partner countries, helping them study at participating Australian institutions while contributing to regional and bilateral development goals. Administered by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, they offer a pathway to quality education and global opportunities.
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Scholarship Summary
Level of Study: Undergraduate, Master’s, PhD
Institutions: Participating Australian universities
Location: Australia
Fields of Study:
- Engineering & Technology
- Arts
- Business & Law
- Medical & Applied Sciences
- Nursing & Midwifery
- Human, Health & Social Sciences
Duration: Varies based on the selected program
Application Deadline: April 30, 2025 (Check country-specific deadlines)
Scholarship Coverage
Australia Awards Scholarships offer comprehensive support, including:
- Full tuition coverage
- Accommodation, textbooks, and study materials allowance
- Return airfare (one-time, economy class)
- Living expenses stipend (fortnightly, as determined by the department)
- Pre-course English (PCE) fees
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) (for the scholar, excluding pre-existing conditions)
- Introductory Academic Program (IAP) to help scholars adapt to life and studies in Australia
- Supplementary academic support for academic success
- Fieldwork funding for eligible research students, covering one return airfare to their home country or within Australia
Eligibility Criteria for Australia Awards Scholarships
- Language Requirement: Must be proficient in English.
- Eligible Countries: Citizens of participating countries in Asia, the Pacific, Africa, and the Middle East.
- Age Requirement: Must be at least 18 years old by February 1 of the scholarship commencement year.
- Citizenship Restrictions:
- Cannot be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or applying for permanent residency in Australia.
- Must be applying from their country of citizenship.
- Marital Status: Cannot be married, engaged, or in a de facto relationship with an Australian or New Zealand citizen/permanent resident (except residents of Cook Islands, Niue, and Tokelau).
- Previous Awardees: Those who have received a long-term Australia Award must have lived outside Australia for at least twice the duration of their previous scholarship.
- Military Personnel: Current serving military personnel are not eligible.
- Additional Requirements:
- Must meet any country-specific criteria (e.g., work experience in a relevant sector).
- Must fulfill Australia’s Student Visa requirements.
- Must meet admission criteria of the chosen institution.
- Cannot apply for a lower-level degree than previously attained (e.g., applying for a Master’s when holding a PhD).
- Conflict of Interest: Must disclose any connections to Program Area staff or contractors for transparency.
How to Apply?
- Online Application:
- Visit the Online Australia Scholarships Information System (OASIS).
- Register by answering eligibility questions to receive a unique registration number, username, and password.
- Create a draft application and update it with required documents until the deadline.
- Once submitted, applications cannot be changed. Apply early to avoid system delays.
- Refer to the Applicant’s Online User Manual for guidance.
- Mail Application:
- If online submission is not possible, check your country profile for contact details to request a hardcopy application form and other required documents (e.g., referee reports).