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Australia Awards are an Australian Government initiative designed to promote knowledge, education links and enduring ties between Australia, its neighbours and the global community. They provide a range of opportunities for study and professional development in Australia.

 

 

Australian Development Scholarships (ADS) and Australian Leadership Awards Scholarships (ALAS) 

Australian Development Scholarships (ADS) and Australian Leadership Awards Scholarships (ALAS) equip students with the skills and knowledge to drive change and influence the development outcomes of their own country through obtaining tertiary qualifications at participating Australian higher education institutions (The University of Queensland is a participating institution) and technical colleges.

In return, all scholars (ADS and ALAS) are expected to go back to their home country upon completion of the program to contribute to their country/region's development.  

Scholarship benefits

  • Return flights
  • Establishment allowance
  • Full tuition fees
  • Contribution to Living Expenses (CLE)
  • Introductory Academic Program (IAP)
  • Student Health Cover (OSHC)
  • Pre-course English (PCE) fees, if needed
  • Supplementary Academic Support (Tutorial Assistance), if needed
  • Leadership Development Program (ALAS scholars only

How to apply

  1. Check the open and close dates for your country, and select your country of citizenship/residency from the list of participating countries for specific information on eligibility, priority areas and how to apply. See the Participating country page for opening and closing dates.
  2. If you intend to apply, you must read the Scholarships handbook. The handbook provides information including general eligibility requirements, selection processes, entitlements and awardee responsibilities. Note that AusAID may revise and update the handbook at any time without notice.
  3. Some countries encourage and allow you to apply online (only open until 30 April 2012) while others require hard-copy applications.  Some allow you to apply for either an ADS and an ALA Scholarship, others have specific requirements for the levels of study that are supported. See Participating country page for more information.
  4. Once you have checked the opening and closing dates for your country, and have referred to the Participating Country Profile to see which method of application they will accept, visit AusAID's how to apply site to see options.

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Endeavour Postgraduate Awards
The Endeavour Postgraduate Award provides financial support for international students for up to 4 years to undertake a postgraduate qualification at a Masters or PhD level either by coursework or research in any field of study in Australia.

Applications for the 2012 Endeavour Awards second round are now closed. Applicants will be advised of the outcome of their application via email in April 2012.

2013 Round
All Endeavour Award categories will be offered for the 2013 round and applications will open 1 April 2012. Please check the Endeavour Awards website closer to this date for further information and the applicant guidelines. Please note there will not be a second round offered in 2013.

How to apply

For more information about the application process and entry requirements, please read the Applicant Guidelines.

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DISCLAIMER

The information contained in this webpage is for educational purposes only; no warranty is offered on the accuracy of this information. The International WaterCentre Pty Ltd cannot be held responsible for inaccurate information on this webpage. Please refer to AusAID website for official announcements and up-to-date information on the scholarships and awards offered under the Australia Awards initiative.

 

 

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