Australia Awards Scholarships are fully funded and cover the minimum duration required to complete the approved academic program, including any preparatory training. Benefits typically include:
· Full tuition fees
· Return airfare – one return, economy‑class ticket to and from Australia via the most direct route
· Establishment allowance – a one‑time payment to support accommodation, textbooks, and study materials
· Contribution to Living Expenses (CLE) – a fortnightly stipend to support basic living costs
· Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) – medical insurance for the duration of the award (excluding pre‑existing conditions)
· Introductory Academic Program (IAP) – compulsory orientation covering life and study in Australia
· Pre‑Course English (PCE) – provided if required, either in‑country or in Australia
· Supplementary academic support – tutoring or additional assistance to ensure academic success
· Fieldwork support – for eligible research students, including one return airfare for compulsory fieldwork in Australia or the scholar’s home country
· Applicants must meet the eligibility criteria set by DFAT and the participating institutions. Key conditions include:
· Scholars must sign a contract with the Commonwealth of Australia agreeing to all scholarship terms.
· Upon completing their studies, scholars are required to leave Australia for a minimum of two years.
· Failure to meet the two‑year return requirement will result in the scholar incurring a debt equal to the total cost of the scholarship.
· Are citizens of eligible developing countries
· Demonstrate leadership potential and a commitment to national development
· Seek high‑quality education and training in Australia
· Intend to return home and contribute to social, economic, or governance improvements
Official Website
Australia Awards Scholarships | Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
