Deadline: 30 April 2026
The Australia Awards Scholarships 2026 offer fully funded opportunities for international students from eligible developing countries to pursue undergraduate and postgraduate studies in Australia. Funded by the Australian Government and administered by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), the program supports future leaders who are committed to contributing to the development of their home countries.
The scholarships are available at participating Australian universities and TAFE institutions for full-time study.
Key Details
- Host Country: Australia
- Study Levels: Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Master’s, and PhD
- Funding Type: Fully Funded
- Administered by: Australian Government (DFAT)
- Application Deadline: 30 April 2026
Scholarship Benefits
The Australia Awards Scholarship covers:
- Full tuition fees
- Return economy airfare (most direct route)
- Establishment allowance for study materials and accommodation setup
- Contribution to Living Expenses (CLE) – paid fortnightly
- Introductory Academic Program (IAP) before the course begins
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the duration of the award
- Pre-course English (PCE), if required
- Additional academic support services
- Fieldwork support (one return economy ticket for eligible research students)
This is a comprehensive funding package designed to cover all major study and living costs.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be citizens of an eligible participating developing country
- Meet country-specific eligibility requirements
- Sign a scholarship agreement with the Commonwealth of Australia
- Commit to returning to their home country for at least two years after completing the scholarship
- Meet academic and admission requirements of their chosen institution
IELTS is not required at the application stage (requirements may vary by institution).
Programme Objective
The Australia Awards Scholarships aim to build capacity and leadership skills in partner countries—particularly in Africa and the Indo-Pacific—by providing access to high-quality Australian education. Scholars are expected to apply their knowledge and networks to drive sustainable development and positive change in their home countries.
Deadline to apply: 30 April 2026.
For further details, please see the scholarship website.
