The Australian Government is now accepting applications for the Australia Awards Scholarships 2027 — one of the most prestigious fully funded scholarships to study in Australia.
These scholarships are funded by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) and support students from developing countries to pursue Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD degrees at top Australian universities.
There is no application fee, and scholars can stay in Australia for up to two years after completing their studies.
If your dream is to study in Australia with 100% funding, this opportunity is for you.
📌 Scholarship Overview
💰 Financial Benefits (What the Scholarship Covers)
The Australia Awards Scholarship provides:
✔ Full Tuition Fees
✔ Return Airfare (Economy Class)
✔ One-time Establishment Allowance
✔ Monthly Living Expenses Stipend
✔ Introductory Academic Program (IAP)
✔ Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
✔ Pre-course English Fees (if needed)
✔ Supplementary Academic Support
✔ Fieldwork Costs (for eligible research students)
🎓 Participating Universities (Examples)
Scholars can study at top institutions including:
…and many more across Australia.
🌍 Eligible Countries
Applicants from Africa, Asia, and the Pacific are eligible.
✔ Africa (Examples)
Ghana, Nigeria, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Egypt, Ethiopia, Senegal, South Africa, Malawi, Morocco, Namibia, Botswana, DR Congo, Sierra Leone, etc.
✔ Asia & Pacific
Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam, Cambodia, Fiji, PNG, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, Samoa, Timor-Leste, and others.
📋 General Eligibility Criteria
You must:
✔ Be a citizen of a participating country
✔ Meet academic entry requirements
✔ Show strong commitment to your home country’s development
✔ Meet country-specific rules
✔ Return to your home country for at least 2 years after your studies
📝 How to Apply for Australia Awards 2027
1️⃣ Visit the official Australia Awards website
2️⃣ Select your country
3️⃣ Check country-specific rules & deadlines
4️⃣ Prepare your documents
5️⃣ Apply online or by hard copy (depending on your country)
📘 You must also read the Australia Awards Scholarships Policy Handbook before applying.
🔗 Official Application Link
👉 Apply Here (Official Website):
https://www.dfat.gov.au/people-to-people/australia-awards/australia-awards-scholarships
