The Australian Government is currently awarding scholarships to eligible applicants from around the World. Overseen by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, the Australian Government awards scholarships to international students who wish to pursue a degree whether a Bachelor’s, Master or Ph.D. in any of the programs. These scholarships cover the student’s tuition for four years for Bachelor’s and
Doctorate students and two years for Master’s students.
With many academic institutions come so many grants
and scholarships that allow the schools to assist their students while they undergo
studies in Australia. These awards aim to educate, nurture, promote
and strengthen ties between Australia and its neighboring countries. Qualified students or candidates are offered these scholarships based on their skills and academic performance.
Other educational benefits of these Scholarships are the return air travel; living and establishment allowance paid by the department of the University, medical insurance and, student financial aid through various school programs.
Studying in Australia as an International student
Known for surfing and warm climatic weather, Australia is richly stocked in historical culture and diverse heritages that make education and learning a fun experience for students. It has one of the highest percentages of higher education population, boasting of a world-class system that provides the best kind of teaching and learning experience.
Open to other nationalities, Australia still maintains its cultural languages and tourist centers where students get to enjoy communication with the locals, visit plantations and natural rainforests that stamp in them the sense of freedom.
The tuition fee for international
students in Australia depend on their home country and their choice of institution. Domestic students are given the free hand to pay a smaller amount of the institution fees while the Government handles the rest of the fees. International students are liable to pay their total tuition fees which could be between $15,000 and $33,000 for a Bachelor’s degree, $20,000 and #$37,000 for a Master’s degree, and $14,000 and $37,000 for a Doctoral degree.
Scholarships
The 2022 scholarships are hosted by the following Universities;
o Bond University
o Charles Stunt University
o The university of New England
o TAFE SA
o Murdoch University
o Monash University
o Kangan Institute
o Flinders University
o Charles Darwin University
o Australian Catholic University
o Aviation Australia
o Bureau of Meteorology
o Federation University
o Griffith University
o Tasmanian Polytechnic
o The University of Newcastle
Here are the following categories
of scholarships;
Gilbert Rigg Scholarship
This scholarship is hosted by the University of Western
Australia to academically excellent undergraduate and post-graduate students
from selected countries. This scholarship offers a discount on tuition fees for
up to four years for undergraduates and three years for post-graduate students.
Available programs can be checked here.
Australian National University Scholarship
This scholarship is hosted by the University of Tasmania where
students enjoy benefits like paid work experience positioning, workshops and
training, casual employment, 50% off accommodation for a year, and others.
Education in Tasmania is fun and exciting.
Australian Government scholarship
Funded by the Government, students have access to a full-time
study in their choice of course. All expenses are covered for bachelor’s,
Master and Ph.D. degree programs.
University of Sydney Scholarships
This scholarship is awarded are currently open to international
students who wish to earn a bachelor’s, Masters and Ph.D. degree and do not have necessary financial capacity to do so. This scholarship is fully funded by the government.
Endeavor Scholarships for postgraduate degrees
This scholarship is open for short and long term study,
encouraging research and degree study to develop the country
towards leadership and educational transformation thereby expanding the students’ growth and teaching. It covers the tuition fee and offers a monthly stipend.
International Postgraduate Research Scholarship
This scholarship covers tuition fees for three years with a
standard extension which provides possible education for students overseas and an opportunity to do postgraduate research in Australia at a master’s or PhD level.
Bond University Scholarship
This scholarship covers tuition fees and monthly expenditures,
allowing students the opportunity to explore the country grounds. Funded by the government, candidates can work and learn effectively in laboratories. The programs available for this scholarship are; sports. Social Sciences, Psychology, and counseling, Hotel, and Tourism, Business and Commerce, Actuarial Science, Architecture and Law.
University of Notre Dame Scholarships
The University of Notre dame hosts these merit awards,
offering multiple scholarships programs by the Catholic research university
with over 1,000 students undergoing undergraduate and graduate degree programs in any academic field. There is no application fee required whatsoever. There are other scholarships at Notre Dame University.
Murdoch university scholarship
This is a public university scholarship that focuses in
research having over 23,000 students with about a half of them as foreign students. There is a range of research scholarships offered by external providers that give financial support and loans which covers fees and other
expenses.
Adelaide University Scholarship
This scholarship is open to applicants who wish to pursue a Master’s degree or Doctoral degree programs in any field of study.
Griffith remarkable Scholarship
This Australian scholarship awards 50% of tuition for
undergraduates and Postgraduate programs valid for the entirety of the degree. It excludes students enrolled in online programs, non awards are offered for part-time studies.
Deakin University scholarship
The Deaken University scholarship offers undergraduate studies in different fields of study, supporting students with financial assistance and academic aid. There are other scholarships hosted by the university for postgraduates, covering their tuition fees, health, and living allowances as well. Deakin students are also free to apply for external scholarships, another benefit
of the study.
Monash University scholarship
About 600 scholarships are awarded; currently open for applicants who wish to earn a Master’s Degree by Research or Ph.D. Degree in any field of study.
UNSW Scholarships
This is one scholarship that is open to all students in any category of Mater and postgraduate degrees. All tuition and living fees are handled by the Australian Government for both domestic and international
students.
University of Tasmania Scholarship
The Australian Government offers living allowances,
and relocation allowance and covers tuition fees for students who are interested in studying
at the University. This scholarship is awarded throughout the year.
Melbourne Graduate Research Scholarship
This scholarship runs for the period of the degree program with a living allowance of $32,000 per year and a relocation grant of $2,000 for
students moving from one territory to another. About 500 scholarships are awarded per year with 100% fee remission.
Flinders University Scholarship
Open to all nationalities, the university offers financial
aid and support to academically excellent students, exposing them to opportunities that enhance their career or build their leadership skills.
Documents needed to apply for scholarship
Resume
Recommendation letters
Letter of motivation
Passport
Health report
Academic Transcripts for Master’s and Doctorate
applicants
Proof of citizenship
Eligibility
To be eligible for this scholarship, candidates;
Should be a permanent citizen of his/ her country
Should be committed to a return trip after completing
their degree
Must have at least ten years of education for an
undergraduate degree and sixteen years for a master’s degree
Should be from any of the following countries; Palestine
Territories, Vanuatu, Vietnam, Tuvalu, Tonga, Solomon Islands, Papua New
Guinea, Nauru, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Cambodia, Bhutan, Nepal, Maldives,
Mongolia, Myanmar, Bangladesh, Laos, Marshall Islands, Fiji, Kiribati, Wallis
and Futuna.
Candidates must be 18 years and older
How to get an Australian Student Visa
a.
Apply online to a school in Australia
b.
Create an account with the immigration
authorities in Australia
c.
Get the necessary documents needed for
application
d.
Pay the Visa fee
e.
Prepare for travel
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