Australian Government, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT)
Australia Awards Scholarships 2027
The Australia Awards Scholarships 2027 is a fully-funded scholarship from Australian Government, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) for Bachelor's, Master's, PhD pursuing any field in Australia. Deadline: April 2026.
- Funding
- Fully Funded
- Degree levels
- Bachelor's, Master's, PhD
- Where
- Australia
- Funded by
- government
Key Facts at a Glance
- Amount
- Full tuition, return airfare, living allowance, establishment allowance, health insurance (OSHC), academic support
- Deadline
- April 2026
- Host countries
- Australia
- Fields
- Any field
Eligibility Criteria
Citizens of participating developing countries (primarily Indo-Pacific, Africa, and Middle East) Academic Requirements Applicants must meet the academic entry requirements of the chosen Australian university and program. A bachelor's degree (or equivalent) is required for master's programs. Strong academic records are expected, and some country programs specify minimum GPA requirements. Nationality Requirements Language Requirements
Scholarship Benefits
- Full tuition fees paid directly to the Australian university or institution
- Return economy class airfare to and from Australia
- Establishment allowance (one-off payment to help with initial living costs on arrival)
- Fortnightly living expenses stipend for the duration of the program
- Introductory Academic Program (IAP) covering academic skills, English language training, and cultural orientation
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the duration of the scholarship
- Supplementary academic support including tutoring and study skills assistance
- Pre-course English language training (if required to meet university entry standards)
Important Dates & Deadlines
April 2026
Verify eligibility and deadlines on the official scholarship page before applying.