Deadline:
April 01, 2025
Location(s)
Australia
Various universities
Overview
Australia Awards are prestigious international scholarships offering the next generation of global leaders an opportunity to undertake study, research and professional development in Australia.
Australia Awards Scholarships, funded by the Australian Government’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, address the development needs of Australia’s partner countries, as well as strengthening links between people and organisations.
Details
Master’s level scholarships are offered to eligible outstanding professionals from civil society, private and public sectors, who on completion of their studies are expected to return to their home country to drive change and contribute to development.
The postgraduate study opportunity provided by Australia Awards Scholarships, undertaken in Australia, provides high-quality education and training to talented Africans in specified sectors, in which Australia is recognised as having world-class expertise and experience.
The priority areas of study for eligible African countries in this application round are:
- Climate change
- Agriculture and food security
- Mining and energy
- Foreign policy and international security
- Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion
Why Australia Awards?
On the global stage, Australian universities are recognised for their quality teaching, learning and research programs. Australian universities are leaders in international research and boast modern research infrastructure.
A postgraduate qualification from an Australian institution will provide international recognition and strengthen the ability of scholars to contribute to the development of their professions, country and region. African professionals, inspired to pursue an Australian education, can be assured of a rewarding and high-quality study experience.
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
To be considered you must meet all the following requirements:
- Your minimum academic qualification is at least a four year bachelor’s degree or equivalent (as indicated in the relevant country’s requirements)
- You are a mid-career professional, currently employed in a relevant field and sector
- Visit https://www.australiaawardsafrica.org/awards/apply/ to review country-specific sectors
- You meet relevant postgraduate work experience requirements (as indicated in the relevant country’s eligibility criteria)
- You can demonstrate a clear vision of how the knowledge and skills that you will gain will be used to drive policy reform and improve practice in your home country
- Your English proficiency is sufficient to enable full participation in a training course delivered in English. (Applicants from Madagascar and Mozambique may be supported to reach a satisfactory English proficiency level)
- You meet all the requirements of the Australian Government for the appropriate student visa (subclass 500).
Gender equality and social inclusion
Australia Awards has adopted the collective term gender equality and social inclusion to refer to the management of gender equality, disability inclusion and HIV. Social inclusion means having the resources, opportunities and capabilities to learn, work and engage equitably. It requires the removal of barriers and the enhancement of incentives to increase access to opportunities and the participation of diverse individuals and groups (regardless of gender, economic, geographic, ethnic and other factors).
Australia Awards seeks to ensure equal participation of women. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply and will be supported, where applicable, at all stages – including the application, scholarship and alumni stages.
Disability inclusion
Eligible people with disabilities, are encouraged to apply for a scholarship and disclose the nature of their impairment. Having a disability will not disadvantage individuals in the selection process. Applications will be equitably considered, and reasonable accommodation made, to ensure equal participation and access.
People with disabilities have a fair and equal opportunity to compete for and obtain a scholarship.
Dates
Deadline: April 01, 2025
Cost/funding for participants
For eligible mid-career professionals, who receive an Australia Awards Scholarship, the following benefits will generally apply:
- Return air travel
- A one-off establishment allowance on arrival
- Full tuition fees
- Contribution to living expenses
- Introductory academic program
- Overseas student health cover for the duration of the scholarship
- Supplementary academic support
- Fieldwork allowance for research students and master by coursework which has a compulsory fieldwork component.
Un-save Opportunity
Internships, scholarships, student conferences and competitions.
