Australian Government Scholarships Frequently asked questions
Students have lots of questions regarding the Australian Government Scholarship Program. It is the scholarship program offered by the Australian Government to international students who want to study in Australia.
Australian Government scholarships are financial assistance provided by the government of Australia to international students to study in the country. These scholarships are typically awarded based on academic merit, financial need, or a combination of both. Here are the answers to your questions regarding this scholarship program.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- What types of scholarships are available? -There are several types of scholarships available, such as the Endeavour Scholarship, Australia Awards Scholarship, and New Colombo Plan Scholarship.
- Who is eligible to apply for a scholarship? -Eligibility varies depending on the scholarship, but generally, international students from certain countries and/or studying certain fields are eligible.
- How do I apply for a scholarship? -Application process and requirements vary depending on the scholarship, but generally, you will need to submit an online application, provide proof of academic achievements, and complete a personal statement.
- What is the deadline for applying for a scholarship? -The deadline for scholarship applications varies depending on the scholarship, but generally, it is several months before the start of the academic year for which the scholarship is intended.
- How long does the scholarship last? -The duration of the scholarship also varies depending on the scholarship, but generally, it covers the duration of the academic program plus any additional research or professional development component.
(Q) Is it easy to apply for this scholarship program?
(A) Yes.
(Q) Is it easy to be selected for this scholarship program?
(A) Yes, if eligible.
(Q) What is the aim of this scholarship program?
(A) The aim of this scholarship program is to contribute to the evolution requirements of Australia’s partner countries in line with regional and bilateral accord. Opportunities for research and study which are provided by this scholarship helps to develop understanding and skills in an individual which helps them to contribute to development and bring change in their own countries.
(Q) How to apply for the Australian Government Scholarship Program? Or procedure to apply for this scholarship program?
(A) Apply online here.
(Q) Do you have to pay fees for an online application?
(A) No.
(Q) Is it necessary to submit a hard copy of your application?
(A) No.
(Q) What is the duration of this scholarship program?
(A) 04 years for Bachelors/ BS, 02 years for Master/ MS, and 03 years for Ph.D.
(Q) How many students get scholarships per year?
(A) Total 1330 Australia Awards.
(Q) How many countries are offered this scholarship program?
(A) Following countries have been offered this scholarship program:
Asia:
Pacific:
Federated States of Micronesia
Africa:
Australia Awards Africa eligibility criteria
Botswana
Ghana
Kenya
Madagascar
Malawi
Mauritius
Mozambique
Nigeria
South Africa
Tanzania
Zambia
Middle East:
(Q) Is it a fully funded scholarship program?
(A) This scholarship offers to cover the following expenses:
- Full tuition fees
- Return air travel in an economy class airfare to and from Australia, via the most direct route
- Establishment allowance a once only payment of a $5,000 including towards accommodation expenses, text books, study materials
- Contribution to Living Expenses (CLE) payable to Scholars studying under ADS is a $30,000 per year
- Health expenses
- Living expenditures allowance and many other such kinds of stipends.
(Q) Is it possible to submit your application after the deadline?
(A) No.
(Q) Who can apply for this scholarship program?
(A) This scholarship program is only offered to international students. Students belonging to the following countries .
(Q) Scholarship will be awarded on merit?
(A) Yes.
(Q) Which fields of education does this program offers?
(A) Applicants can choose any field for their Bachelors / BS / Masters / MS and Ph.D. programs at different universities in Australia, but the study course must meet the participant’s country development goals.
(Q) Which fields of education this program does not offer?
(A) It does not offer the following fields of education:
– Training in areas related to flying aircraft
– Nuclear Technology
– Military Training.
(Q) What is the eligibility criteria for this scholarship program?
(A) In order to be considered as eligible for this scholarship, applicants should possess the following eligibility criteria:
- Applicant should be from any participating developing country
- Applicant should not hold any fiancé or spouse who is an Australian or New Zealand nationality holder
- Applicant should not be a serving military person
- Applicants should have an excellent academic record
- Have a excellent English Proficiency
- Scholarships Bond
- Awardees are required to leave Australia for a minimum of two years after completing their scholarship.
(Q) What are the names of participating institutions?
(A) Following are the names of participating institutions:
Australian Catholic University Aviation Australia
Bond University
Box Hill Institute TAFE
Bureau of Meteorology Canberra Institute of Technology Carnegie Mellon University Central Queensland University Charles Darwin University Charles Sturt University Chisholm Institute of TAFE Curtin University of Technology Deakin University
Edith Cowan University Federation University Flinders University
Griffith University Holmesglen Institute of TAFE James Cook University Kangan Institute
La Trobe University
Macquarie University
Melbourne Polytechnic
Monash University
Murdoch University
Queensland University of Technology
RMIT University
Southern Cross University
Swinburne University of Technology
TAFE NSW
TAFE Queensland
TAFE SA
Tasmanian Polytechnic
The Australian National University
The Gordon Institute of TAFE
The University of Adelaide
The University of Melbourne
The University of New England
The University of New South Wales (including ADFA)
The University of Newcastle
The University of Queensland
The University of Sydney
The University of Western Australia
University College London
University of Canberra
University of South Australia
University of South Queensland
University of Tasmania (including the Australian Maritime College)
University of Technology Sydney
University of The Sunshine Coast
University of Wollongong
Victoria University
Western Sydney University
William Angliss Institute of TAFE.
(Q) Which documents are required for applying for this scholarship program?
(A) Applicants should wait for the applications to be opened and after that, he / she should check his country’s name in the list
- Apply online via online application mode
- Other details will be given with the country name in the scholarship and these will vary for every other country
- Must attach required documents with the application.
(Q) What if an applicant submits only their application form and not the documents?
(A) Application will not be considered.
(Q) A person who already is availing another scholarship, can apply for this scholarship program?
(A) An applicant may apply for other scholarship programs but cannot hold two scholarships at the same time.
(Q) If a candidate has permanent residency or is intending to migrate, can he apply for this scholarship program?
(A) No.
(Q) What happens if any information is found to be untrue?
(A) Application will be terminated.
(Q) What is the last date of this scholarship program?
(A) Australian Government scholarship date varies from country to country, must visit the main site. Opening and closing dates for study beginning in 2021.
(Q) How to contact the Australian Government Scholarship Program?
(A) Following are the contact details:
Australia Awards Pakistan
Tel: +92-51-2832081-4
Fax: +92-51-2832085
Email: info@australiaawardspakistan.org
(Q) Want to know more about the Australian Government Scholarship Program?
(A) Visit their official website.
By- Syed Pashmina Dolly.
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