Australia Awards Scholarship
Australia Awards are the Australian government’s major scholarships for emerging leaders from partner countries. Your country’s page decides eligibility, level, and priority fields.
Australian Government (DFAT) · Australia · Masters and other levels (country-dependent) · Full (typical package)
What it is
Long-term scholarships funded by Australia to study at Australian institutions, with a development and leadership focus and an expectation you contribute at home after study.
Who it is for
Citizens of participating countries who meet academic, English, and often employment or leadership criteria set out in the country award profile.
What funding usually covers
Full tuition, return air travel, establishment allowance, contribution to living expenses, and health cover for the award duration — confirm the current benefits list.
How to apply
- Open your country profile on australiaawards.gov.au.
- Check priority fields and eligible institutions.
- Submit the Online Australia Scholarships Information System (OASIS) application in the open window.
- Prepare for interviews if shortlisted.
- Meet English and academic conditions before placement is finalised.
Documents people commonly need
- Degree certificates and transcripts
- Passport
- Referee reports
- Employment evidence
- English test results (IELTS/PTE/TOEFL as accepted)
- Police and medical checks later in the process
Typical timeline
Many countries open applications around February–May for the following academic year, but windows differ. Put a calendar reminder on your country page each year.
Practical tips
- Align your study plan with published priority sectors.
- Reintegration plans should sound operational, not poetic.
- English scores expire — sit the test on a schedule that survives the whole process.
Common questions
Is the process the same in every country?
No. Participating countries have country-specific profiles, priority sectors, and sometimes different eligible study levels. Always use your country page.
Official source
Rules and deadlines change. Read the current call on the official site before you apply.
Last reviewed for this guide: 2026-08-09.
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