ForsaEduforsaedu.comAbout the scholarship program
Australia Awards Scholarships are long-term awards funded by Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade for citizens of eligible developing countries to undertake undergraduate or postgraduate study in Australia. They typically cover full tuition, return air travel, a contribution to living expenses and Overseas Student Health Cover. Eligibility and deadlines vary by country, and awardees are expected to return home to contribute to their country's development.
Available programmes
Each programme has its own requirements, documents and benefits. Open it to see them in full with the application steps:
Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) funds Australia Awards for citizens of partner countries in Asia, the Pacific and Africa, including Egypt, Algeria and Morocco. The Australia Awards Scholarships page covers the Africa track conditions, applying on OASIS and the selection stages, with the documents and benefits.
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Australia Awards Scholarships 2028
Master, BachelorFully FundedAll fieldsNext cycle not announced yet
Life and living
Canberra · Australia
Life and living
Canberra · Australia
Living in Canberra
Australia’s capital and a quiet university city, home to the Australian National University (ANU), the University of Canberra and federal institutions.
Student housing
ANU estimates shared housing at about AUD 312 a week and living alone at about AUD 673 a week (2026 estimates).
Transport for students
Full-time university students get a reduced monthly cap on bus and light rail with MyWay+ (a maximum of AUD 25.65 a month from April to June 2026); ANU estimates transport at AUD 5–30 a week.
Top landmarks
Parliament House
Australian War Memorial
Shkuru Afshar · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Lake Burley Griffin
JJ Harrison ( jjharrison89@facebook.com ) · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
National Gallery of Australia
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Last verified: October 2026
Sources:Australian Bureau of StatisticsANU – Estimated cost of living in CanberraACT Government – Monthly caps 2026
Studying and living in Australia
Costs and living
Tuition Fees in Australia (2026/2027): • Bachelor's Degree: 30,000 to 48,000 AUD per year for business, IT, humanities, and sciences (higher for medical and dental programmes up to 85,000 AUD). • Master's Degree: 32,000 to 52,000 AUD per year across leading Australian institutions. Living Expenses & Student Visa Financial Requirement: • The official annual living cost requirement set by the Australian Department of Home Affairs for the Student Visa (Subclass 500) is 29,710 AUD per year (~2,475 AUD/month). • Regional living variations: Sydney and Melbourne are higher in accommodation costs; Adelaide, Perth, Canberra, and Newcastle offer more affordable student living.
Working while studying
Working During Studies: • International students holding a Subclass 500 visa can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during teaching periods, and unlimited full-time hours during scheduled university holidays. • Australia offers the world's highest national minimum wage (approximately 24.10 AUD per hour). Post-Study Work Rights (Subclass 485 Visa): • The Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485 - Post-Higher Education Work stream) allows graduates to live and work full-time in Australia: 2 years for Bachelor's, 3 years for Master's, and 3–4 years for PhDs. An extra 1–2 years are granted for regional study, creating clear pathways to Australian Permanent Residency (PR).
Faculties and majors at the university
4 fields · 12 majors
Faculties and majors at the university
4 fields · 12 majors
Climate Change, Sustainability & Resource Management
Health Security, Epidemiology & Medical Sciences
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Economic Growth, Infrastructure & Agriculture
Governance, Social Inclusion & Education
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps.
Funding type: Fully Funded. Announced benefits: Full tuition, Living and establishment allowances, Airfare and health cover.
Eligible levels: Bachelor, Master, PhD.
Next cycle not announced yet. Follow the official website for updates.
Required documents: Passport, Degree certificate and transcript, CV and referee reports, English test result (IELTS, TOEFL or PTE).
Apply directly on the official website: https://www.dfat.gov.au/people-to-people/australia-awards. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
Track your academic readiness
Use the checklist in your profile to prepare your documents and make sure you meet this scholarship’s requirements.
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