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Australia Awards Scholarship

Full tuition, return airfare, establishment allowance, and monthly stipend

Application DeadlineApril 30, 2026
Degree Levelsmaster, phd
Official AuthoritySponsor Source

Scholarship Overview & FAQs

Australia Awards Scholarships

Australia Awards Scholarships are long-term awards administered by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. They provide opportunities for people from developing countries to undertake full-time undergraduate or postgraduate study.

Coverage & Financial Benefits

  • 100% tuition fees covered
  • Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
  • Fortnightly contribution to living expenses (approx. AUD $35,000/year)

Eligibility Criteria

  • 1Must be a citizen of an eligible participating country in Asia, Pacific, or Middle East
  • 2Must be at least 18 years of age
  • 3Must have English proficiency (minimum IELTS 6.5 with no band less than 6.0)

Required Application Documents

  • Certified academic transcripts
  • Birth certificate or passport
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Two academic referee reports

Host University

University of Melbourne

University of Melbourne

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

The University of Melbourne is a public research university located in Melbourne, Australia. Founded in 1853, it is Australia's second oldest university and the oldest in the state of Victoria. Its main campus is located in Parkville, an inner suburb north of Melbourne's central business district, with several other campuses located across the state of Victoria.

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Application Process

  1. Step 1Check eligibility and country-specific priority areas on the official site.
  2. Step 2Apply online via the OASIS (Online Australia Scholarships Information System) portal.
  3. Step 3Submit required documents and complete the personal statement essay.
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