The Australia Awards Scholarships 2027-2028 program is one of the most prestigious fully funded scholarships offered by the Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade for international students. This scholarship allows talented students from developing countries to pursue Undergraduate, Master’s, and PhD degrees at top universities in Australia.

Each year, the Australian Government provides these scholarships to support the development needs of partner countries, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region. The program enables students to study full-time at leading Australian universities and Technical and Further Education (TAFE) institutions.

Scholarship Overview

  • Host Country: Australia

  • Scholarship Provider: Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

  • Degree Level: Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD

  • Host Universities: 50+ Top Australian Universities and TAFE Institutions

  • Scholarship Coverage: Fully Funded

Financial Benefits

The Australia Awards Scholarships provide comprehensive financial support, including:

  • Full tuition fees

  • Return airfare tickets (economy class)

  • Establishment allowance for accommodation, books, and study materials

  • Living allowance (CLE) paid regularly for daily expenses

  • Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)

  • Supplementary academic support

  • Research and fieldwork allowance for postgraduate students

These benefits ensure that students can focus entirely on their studies while living in Australia.

Available Study Programs

Students can apply for 1000+ academic programs across various fields such as:

  • Engineering

  • Information Technology

  • Public Policy

  • Business & Management

  • Environmental Science

  • Agriculture

  • Health Sciences

  • Education

All programs are taught in English.

Participating Universities

The scholarship is available at top universities in Australia, including:

  • University of Melbourne

  • Monash University

  • University of Sydney

  • Australian National University

  • University of Queensland

  • University of Western Australia

  • RMIT University

  • Curtin University

  • Macquarie University

  • University of Adelaide

And many other participating institutions across Australia.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • Must be at least 18 years old

  • Must be a citizen of an eligible developing country

  • Must not be an Australian citizen

  • Must agree to return to their home country for at least two years after completing studies

  • Must have strong academic performance

  • Must be physically and mentally fit

Academic Requirements

For Bachelor’s Degree

  • Completion of Higher Secondary / High School Certificate.

For Master’s Degree

  • Bachelor’s degree with strong academic results.

For PhD

  • Bachelor’s degree with honors or a master’s degree with research experience.

Eligible Countries

Students from many countries can apply, including:

Asia

  • Bangladesh

  • Pakistan

  • Nepal

  • Bhutan

  • Cambodia

  • Indonesia

  • Laos

  • Maldives

  • Mongolia

  • Myanmar

  • Philippines

  • Sri Lanka

  • Timor-Leste

  • Vietnam

Africa

  • Nigeria

  • Kenya

  • Ghana

  • South Africa

  • Tanzania

  • Uganda

  • Morocco

  • Ethiopia

  • Zimbabwe

  • Zambia
    and many more.

Pacific Region

  • Fiji

  • Samoa

  • Tonga

  • Papua New Guinea

  • Solomon Islands

  • Vanuatu
    and other Pacific nations.

Application Deadline

The last date to apply for the Australia Awards Scholarships 2027-2028 is:

📅 01 May 2026

Applicants are encouraged to apply early to avoid missing the deadline.

How to Apply

Students can apply through the Online Australia Scholarships Information System (OASIS).

Application Steps:Australia Awards Scholarships | Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

  1. Visit the official scholarship portal.

  2. Register in the OASIS system.

  3. Complete the online application form.

  4. Upload all required documents.

  5. Submit the application before the deadline.

In some countries, applicants may also need to send hard copies of documents by post.

Final Words

The Australia Awards Scholarships 2027-2028 provide an incredible opportunity for students from developing countries to study in Australia with full financial support. Besides gaining world-class education, scholars also build global networks and contribute to the development of their home countries after graduation.