Scholarships to Study in Australia

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Scholarships in Australia for 

Sri Lankan Students

Australia, the land of Kangaroos, is also becoming the next hotspot for international education. Every year millions of students land in the country to explore Australia’s Global education and experience its richness. The country’s higher-level education system is on par with the standards set by the other English-speaking countries like the US and the UK. Particularly to start the higher education journey in Australia, international students have to invest money in lakhs to realise their dream. But with scholarships, the financial burden can be reduced to an extent.

The Australian government and both the government-funded and private universities provide students with all types of scholarships as they provide for other country citizens. To avail of these scholarships, students have to score excellent marks in their latest graduation exam and should prove to the scholarship providers that they are eligible for them. Certain universities have different criteria to award the scholarships like community involvement, being a sports achiever, and excelling in extracurricular and volunteering activities. Moreover, Australia is the number one country in providing maximum scholarships to international students.

Srilankan students can study in Australia with any one of the numerous scholarships the country and its universities provide. But the scholarships can be availed only if students meet the requirements of the government and the universities which provide the scholarships. Students who don’t meet the desired criteria can’t be eligible for the scholarships.

Scholarships for International Students in Australia

There are numerous scholarships for international students, particularly Srilankan students who want to study in Australia. These scholarships are of different kinds, which are given based on certain criteria. Before applying for a certain scholarship, students must know the eligibility criteria and, most importantly, its deadline.

How Can I Get Scholarships To Study In Australia?

To be able to apply for scholarships in Australia,
  • Students should be minimum of 18 years of age.
  • Be a citizen of the participating country.
  • Should not be a citizen of the Australian country, not hold permanent residency in Australia and not applying for visa for permanent residence in Australia.
  • Not engaged or married to an Australian citizen.
  • Not hold convictions for criminal activities.
  • Hold admission confirmation letter from the applied university.

Types of Scholarships in Australia

There are eight scholarships, each based on a criteria. To avail of these scholarships, students must meet the eligibility criteria and hold an admission confirmation letter to apply for these scholarships.
  • Merit Aid - Merit-Aid is one form of scholarship based on the students' academic scores. Merit scholarships are also given to students who excel in arts and sports.
  • Need-based Aid - Need-based scholarships are for students whose parents’ income is below a certain threshold. In other words, we can say Need-based scholarships are given to non-financially sound students.
  • Identity-based scholarships - Identity-based scholarships are for students from the minor community or underrepresented community. The scholarship is mainly awarded to encourage students to gain global exposure in education.
  • Government Scholarships - The particular country's government gives government scholarships. It can be a local, state or federal government. To avail of these scholarships, students need to meet certain eligibility criteria set by the governments.
  • Athletic Scholarships - Athletic scholarships are for students who excel in any sports. Students are selected for this scholarship if they consistently perform excellently in any sports.
  • Activity-based scholarships - As the name suggests, Activity-based scholarships are for students who are sincerely involved in an activity like extracurricular, community servicing, etc.
  • Military Scholarships - Military scholarships are given to students or personnel who work in military services. Not just the military, the scholarships are given to the entire armed forces members: the Army, Airforce, Coast Guard, Marine Corps and Navy. Sometimes, the scholarship benefits also extend to their family members.
  • Employer-sponsored tuition assistance - This scholarship is given to employees who work in a private sector. The scholarships are mainly for people who are willing to continue their education. The employers sometimes fully fund their education, covering all the expenses till they finish their education.a

Australian Government Scholarships

Under Australian Government Scholarships, there may be full free scholarships for Srilankan Students in Australia and partially-funded scholarships for students. The following are the government-funded scholarships for international students, particularly Sri Lankan students.

S.No

Scholarship Name

Description

1.

New Colombo Plan Scholarship Program 2017

The scholarship can be used to study any subject in an Australian University or College. The scholarship covers a monthly allowance, travel allowance, establishment allowance and others.

2.

Australia Awards Scholarships

The scholarship can be used to study programs related to development. The scholarship covers both tuition fees and living expenses. 

3.

Australia Awards Fellowships

The scholarship is for studying subjects related to development. The scholarship covers the full amount of $35,000.

4.

Endeavour Postgraduate Scholarship 2022

The scholarship can be used for studying research-related programs. The scholarship covers full funding of $272,500 for PhD and $142,500 for Masters.

5.

John Allwright Fellowships in Australia, 2020

The scholarship is for studying courses related to Agriculture. The scholarship covers full expenses of the research of the student.

6.

John Dillion Fellowship

The scholarship is given to research aspirants studying agriculture. The scholarship covers full amount relating to research expenses.

7.

International Postgraduate Research Scholarships

The Scholarship is for research aspirants to study any field. The scholarship includes full tuition fees and living expenses.

8.

Australia- APEC Women in Research Fellowship 

The scholarship is mainly for research students who want to study any discipline. The scholarship covers both tuition and living expenses.

9.

Western Australian Government Scholarships for Women

The Scholarship is given to study particular courses, and covers a partial funding of $1000 to $3000.

10.

Rural Australia Medical Undergraduate Scholarship (RAMUS)

The scholarship is for studying only Medicine. The scholarship provides partial funding of $10,000 a year.

Universities in Australia Offering Scholarships

As we saw before, there are many types of scholarships given by Australian Universities, the government, and private bodies like NGOs. Below is a list of universities that offer full scholarships to international students in Australia.

S.No

University Name

Scholarships Name

Value Amount

Study Program

Type

1.

Carnegie Mellon University

Carnegie Mellon University Scholarships

AUD 30,000

Masters

Fully Funded

2.

Deakin University 

Deakin University Scholarships

AUD 30,600

Masters, PhD

Fully Funded

3.

The University of Melbourne

Melbourne Research Scholarships

AUD 31,200

Masters/Doctoral

Fully Funded

4.

Deakin University

Deakin Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship

Full tuition fees or 50% of tuition fees.

Undergraduate and Masters

Fully or Partially funded

5.

Charles Darwin University

Charles Darwin University Scholarships

Fully Funded/Partially Funded

Undergraduate/Masters/PhD/ Training

Fully Funded/Partially Funded

6.

Griffith University

Griffith University Scholarships

Fully Funded/Partially Funded

Undergraduate/Masters/PhD/PostDoctoral

Fully Funded/Partially Funded

7.

The University of Queensland

Queensland University Law Scholarships

Covers 25% or 50% of the tuition fees

Masters

Partially Funded

8.

The University of Sydney

University of Sydney International Scholarships

AUD $40,000

Masters/PhD

Fully Funded

9.

Swinburne University of Technology

Swinburne International Excellence Scholarship

AUD 2500

Undergraduate/Masters

Fully Funded

10.

University of South Australia

International Research Tuition Scholarship

Covers Full tuition Fees

Masters/PhD

Fully Funded

Full Undergraduate Scholarships for International Students in Australia

Scholarships in Australia for Undergraduate studies are given by various bodies like the Australian government, Australian universities (both public and private) and private bodies like NGO, etc. These Undergraduate Scholarships can be used for studying courses that are sponsored by the scholarship. To avail of these scholarships, students need to satisfy the eligibility criteria and hold an admission confirmation letter from the applied university.

Below is a list of the Undergraduate Scholarships available for international students in Australia.

  • Destination Australia Scholarship for International Students at University of Queensland 2022.
  • Rural Australia Medical Undergraduate Scholarship (RAMUS)
  • New Colombo Plan Scholarship Program 2017
  • Charles Darwin University Destination Australia Scholarship 2021.
  • University of Queensland Destination Australia Scholarship.
  • Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development secretary’s scholarship 2020.
  • Australia Awards Scholarship 2021
  • La Trobe University Destination Australia Scholarships 2021
  • Australia Awards Scholarships 2022
  • Destination Australia Scholarships 2021

Postgraduate Scholarships for International Students in Australia

Postgraduate scholarships are for studying second-level of degree. It can be Masters and such. Let us see now the list of Postgraduate scholarships available for International students in Australia.

  • Destination Australia Scholarship for International Students at the University of Queensland 2022
  • Endeavour Postgraduate Scholarship 2022
  • Australia Research Training Program (RTP) scholarships 2022
  • Charles Darwin University Destination Australia Scholarship 2021
  • University of Queen slang Destination Australia Scholarship 2022
  • Australia Awards Scholarship 2022
  • Australian Government Research Training Program (AGRTP) International Scholarship 2021.

Fully Funded Masters Scholarships in Australia

Fully Funded scholarships are nothing but scholarships covering the full amount of the tuition fees of the merit students. Sometimes, the fully funded scholarships cover additional expenses such as living expenses, travel expenses and establishment expenses.

  • Rotary Peace Fellowship
  • Australian Government Research Training Programme
  • Australia Awards Scholarships
  • Deakin Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship
  • Graduate Research Scholarship
  • Vice Chancellor’s International High Achievers Scholarships
  • Menzies Global Achiever Scholarship
  • BUPA UniSA International Student Grant
  • The Research Training Programme (RTP) Scholarships

How to get PhD Scholarship in Australia?

A PhD scholarship is like any other scholarship that financially supports a PhD aspirant to complete their research studies. These PhD scholarships are offered by a variety of universities, colleges and research institutes. So to get PhD scholarships, a candidate:

  • Should inform their university/college that they require a scholarship.
  • Should pick a suitable supervisor.
  • Get advice from their PhD supervisor.
  • Prepare their documents and evidence like academic transcripts and details of the laboratory where the search is conducted.

Scholarships in Australia Without IELTS

There are certain scholarships provided by Australian universities that don’t require international students to attend the IELTS exam. In place of IELTS, students’ university English marks are considered to evaluate their admission application. The scholarships available for international students who didn’t attend IELTS are

  • Australia Awards Scholarship
  • University of Adelaide Scholarships
  • University of New South Wales Scholarships
  • Australian Government Research Training Program Scholarships
  • Central Queensland University Scholarships
  • Bond University Scholarships
  • Destination Australia Scholarships
  • James Cook University Scholarships
  • University of New England Scholarships
  • Global Excellence Scholarships

How to Apply for Scholarships in Australia?

All students aspiring to study in Australia will be in need of the Australian Scholarships. The process to apply for the Australian Scholarships is briefly explained below.

  • Go to the Online Australia Scholarships Information System - OASIS.
  • Fill up the online application form as per the details asked.
  • Once you fill up all the details, you will be assigned a unique registration number, username and password. (This information will be helpful for you later to log in and see the status of your application form.)
  • Attach the required academic documents that support your statement in the online application form.
  • Submit the application form once you’ve entered all the details and attached the necessary documents.

How To Increase Your Chances Of Getting Accepted For An Australian Scholarship?

To increase your chances of getting a scholarship, you should score exceptionally well in your academics. That is the easiest way to get a scholarship and apply for other scholarships. Other ways to get scholarships are:
  • Participate in Community Life
  • Seek professional help
  • Be involved in extracurricular activities

Eligibility Criteria To Apply To Scholarships To Study In Australia

  • Students should be minimum of 18 years of age.
  • Be a citizen of the participating country.
  • Should not be a citizen of the Australian country, not hold permanent residency in Australia and not applying for visa for permanent residence in Australia.
  • Not engaged or married to an Australian citizen.
  • Not hold convictions for criminal activities.
  • Hold admission confirmation letter from the applied university.
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FAQs For Scholarships in Australia

1. What are the Australian Embassy requirements for international students regarding funds?
Students aspiring to study in Australia must show proof of evidence to the Australian Embassy regarding funds that support their living as a temporary entrant in Australia. The list of funds are:
  • Tuition Fees
  • Travel Costs
  • Living Costs
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