Australia Awards Scholarships – for study commencing in 2019
What are Australia Awards?
Australia Awards are prestigious international Scholarships and Fellowships funded by the Australian Government. They offer the next generation of global leaders an opportunity to undertake study, research and professional development in Australia; and for high-achieving Australians to do the same overseas.
What are Australia Awards Scholarships?
Australia Awards Scholarships are long term development awards administered by the Australian Government’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT).
They aim to contribute to the long term development needs of Australia’s partner countries in line with bilateral and regional agreements.
They provide opportunities for people from developing countries, particularly those countries located in the Indo-Pacific region, to undertake full time undergraduate or postgraduate study at participating Australian universities and Technical and Further Education (TAFE) institutions.
Which Australian Institutions (Universities) participate in Australia Awards Scholarships?
Australia Awards Scholarship awardees are accepted by most Australian universities, but not all. A list of participating universities for study commencing in 2019 is available here.
What benefits are provided as part of Australia Awards Scholarships?
The Awards are offered for the minimum period necessary for the individual to complete the academic program specified by the Australian higher education institution, including any preparatory training. Other benefits include economy return airfares, contribution to cost of living expenses and medical insurance. Please check the Australia Awards Scholarships Policy Handbook for a detailed discussion about Scholarship benefits and entitlements.
Applications for Australia Awards Scholarships commencing in January 2019 will open on 1 February 2018 and close 30 April 2018. Information regarding eligibility and the application process is available below:
Before submitting an application for an Australia Awards Scholarship, applicants MUST read both the Scholarships Policy Handbook and the Bangladesh Country Profile.
All details about Australia Awards Scholarships are contained in the Handbook. Bangladesh-specific information is contained in the Country Profile.
- What awards are available for study commencing in 2019?
Only Masters Degrees – ranging from 12 to 24 months – will be supported.
All provisional awardees will be subjected to recognition of prior learning (RPL) or advanced standing reviews by the relevant Australian Higher Education Institutions. The results of the review will determine the length of the Masters Degree that will be offered to the awardee.
Who can apply for an Australia Awards Scholarship, for study commencing in 2019?
For study commencing in 2019, applications will be accepted from the following groups:
Group 1: Government of Bangladesh officials, limited to Bangladesh cadre officials, officers of the Bangladesh Bank and Judicial Service officials
Group 2: workers from development organisations, specifically non-government organisations (for example BRAC), civil society organisations, community-based organisations, and international development agencies (for example United Nations agencies)
Group 3: employees of private sector organisations
Group 4: those coming from the academia, research institutions (for example icddr,b), media and cultural organisations (for example historical museums)
What fields of study are available?
For study commencing in 2019, only Masters-level study in the following fields will be supported:
| Priority Areas | Fields of Study (For example) |
|---|---|
| Development, Governance, Environment / Sustainability | Climate Change and Disaster Risk Reduction Education Public Health Water Resources Management |
| Public Policy-related | Public Administration Public Finance Public Sector Accounting |
| Science and Engineering | Energy Engineering Technology Management |
| Security Studies | Counter-Terrorism Cyber-Security |
| Sports and Arts (limited to Fashion, Film, Screen and Music) | Fashion Design Film, Multimedia Arts Sports Management |
| Trade | International Trade and Development |
Download
- Scholarships Policy Handbook
- Country Profile [pdf]
- Eligibility Checklist [pdf]
- CV Template [docx]
- Referee Report Template [docx]
- Development Impact Plan (DIP) Template [doc]
- Research Proposal Guidelines [doc]
- Tips Scanning Uploading Documents [doc]
For more information about Australia Award scholarship, please contact our Australia’s Qualified Education Agent Counsellor (QUAC No. L615) at info@australasiaeduconnect.com.au.
Source: http://www.australiaawardssouthwestasia.org/how-to-apply/bangladesh/details-about-australia-awards-scholarships-for-study-commencing-in-2019.