Australia Awards Scholarships 2027 — Pacific & Timor-Leste

About This Scholarship

Australia Awards Scholarships are prestigious international scholarships funded by the Australian Government. This specific stream supports applicants from Pacific Island countries and Timor-Leste to pursue undergraduate or postgraduate studies in Australia. The program contributes to the development needs of Australia's partner countries and is administered by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). Priority is given to fields aligned with each country's development priorities.

Benefits

• Full tuition fees at an Australian university
• Contribution to living expenses (approximately AUD 32,000/year)
• Return economy airfare
• Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the duration of the scholarship
• Introductory Academic Program (IAP) before main studies
• Pre-course English language training (if needed)
• Fieldwork allowance for research students
• Supplementary academic support

Eligible Programs