Guidance to scholarship in Australia for study

Do you need help financially? Have you done well academically? Maybe you are an elite athlete? Whatever your situation, a scholarship can help you succeed at university.

Studying can be expensive. We have a wide range of scholarships available to you which can assist with living costs, text books or that can contribute towards your fees.

Applying is easy. Simply submit one application and you’ll be considered for every scholarship you’re eligible for.

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Undergraduate and Postgraduate student scholarships

Domestic Students have a variety of private, government and internally funded scholarships available to them to assist with study costs such as text books, accommodation and relocation costs. In most cases, students need to apply and are selected following a competitive process.

International undergraduate and postgraduate student scholarships

International Students have a variety of government and internally funded scholarships available to them to assist with study costs and tuition fees. In most cases, students do not need to apply for internally funded scholarships but can apply for other scholarships offered in association with the University.

Research student scholarships (Domestic and International Students)

The University offers a number of scholarships to enable suitably qualified students to undertake full-time study towards a higher degree by research. Selection is based on academic merit and research potential.

Masters Scholarships in Australia

Great universities, year-round sun and an excellent quality of life. . . it’s not too hard to understand why so many international students choose to study a Masters in Australia.

If you have your own dream of heading ‘Down Under’, you’ll probably want to know what kind of postgraduate funding is available in Australia. The good news is that there is plenty of it on offer, from Australia Awards Scholarships to Research Training Program funding. This page will give you an introduction to eligibility, applications and benefits.

Masters scholarships for international students in Australia

Australia’s popularity as a study abroad destination is helped by the fact that there are several kinds of fully-funded scholarship on offer for international students. These range from government programmes and charity schemes to scholarships offered by the universities themselves.

We’ve summed up some of the most popular funding options for foreign Masters students at Australian universities, with key information on entry criteria, how to apply for a scholarship in Australia and what kinds of benefits they provide.

Masters fees for international students in Australia
One of the reasons for the number of scholarships on offer for international postgraduates is that tuition fees in Australia are usually higher for non-domestic students.If you are not an Australian citizen, a New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident of Australia, you will usually be classed as an international student.
 
International fee estimates

The Australian Government currently estimates the cost of fees for international Masters students at between AUD $22,000 and AUD $50,000 per year (USD $15,100-34,305).

Some programmes may be more expensive than this, particularly in subjects such as Medicine and related disciplines. MBA courses are also likely to incur higher fees than other taught Masters degrees.

Student Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF) for international students

International postgraduates can also be charged SSAF, up to the current maximum of AUD $303 (USD $208) per year. This covers additional costs associated with your Masters degree, but not directly related to its tuition.

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