Australia Awards

Australia Awards Scholarships are provided by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). The awards provide opportunities to citizens of participating countries, for full-time undergraduate or postgraduate study at Australian institutions, including the University of Newcastle, Australia.

Benefits include:

  • Full tuition fees including a Pre-course English (PCE) fees (if required)
  • Return air travel
  • Contribution to Living Expenses (CLE)
  • Introductory Academic Program (IAP)
  • Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the duration of the award
  • Establishment allowance.
Eligibility and Application

Eligibility and Application

Applications and eligibility are assessed by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. For further information please refer to the following links:

Australian Awards Website

Application Opening and Closing Dates

DFAT Participating Countries

Australia Awards at the University of Newcastle Australia

Australia Awards at the University of Newcastle Australia

The University of Newcastle, Australia, is a leader in university education, with a reputation for high-quality teaching and learning, and exciting, contemporary academic programs. The University has a long-established partnership with the Australian Awards, and we have a dedicated team to support award recipients throughout their study journey.

Degrees Page

Contact: Australia-Awards@newcastle.edu.au