Good news for international students looking to study in Australia! Applications for University of Western Australia (UWA) Scholarships are now open. Here’s everything you need to know about this scholarship program, including its benefits and how to apply.
About the Scholarship
The University of Western Australia Scholarships 2025-2026 are partially funded scholarships designed to support high-achieving international students in undergraduate and master’s studies.
- Undergraduate Scholarships: Up to AUD$45,000 to assist with tuition fees.
- Postgraduate Scholarships: Up to AUD$30,000 to help with tuition fees.
These scholarships are awarded to international students from selected countries who have outstanding academic achievements and are applying for specific courses at UWA.
Why UWA?
The University of Western Australia is one of the world’s top universities, known for its world-class research, teaching, and stunning campus. Studying at UWA is an incredible opportunity to gain a globally recognized education while experiencing life in one of the most vibrant cities in Australia.
This scholarship is a fantastic chance for talented students to pursue their studies at one of Australia’s leading universities with significant financial support.
Scholarship Summary
- Level of Study: Undergraduate, Masters
- Institution(s): University of Western Australia (UWA)
- Study in: Australia
- Opportunity Focus Areas: See list below
- Program Period:
- Undergraduate: 4 years
- Masters: 2 years
- Deadline:
- July 26, 2024
- December 31, 2024
Courses Offered for University of Western Australia Scholarships
Undergraduate Courses
To be eligible for the scholarship, candidates must be applying for an eligible undergraduate bachelor degree or an Assured Pathway course. The following exclusions apply:
- Assured Pathway to Medicine
- Assured Pathway to Pharmacy
- Assured Pathway to Dental Medicine
Postgraduate Courses
To be eligible for the scholarship, candidates must be applying for an eligible postgraduate degree (by coursework). The following exclusions apply:
- Doctor of Philosophy and Master of Clinical Neuropsychology (01890)
- Graduate Certificate in Fieldwork Practice (12270)
- Juris Doctor (20820)
- Master of Pharmacy (51500)
- Graduate Diploma in Clinical Psychology (53370)
- Graduate Diploma in Clinical Neuropsychology (53390)
- Master of Industrial and Organisational Psychology (53580)
- Doctor of Philosophy and Master of Clinical Psychology (54570)
- Doctor of Philosophy and Master of Industrial and Organisational Psychology (54580)
- Graduate Certificate in Autism Diagnosis (70230)
- Graduate Certificate in the Diagnosis and Assessment of Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) (73260)
- Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology (73520)
- Master of Clinical Audiology (90540)
- Doctor of Podiatric Surgery (90830)
- Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (90870)
- Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (90840)
- Doctor of Medicine (90850)
- Doctor of Dental Medicine (90860)
- Doctor of Optometry (91590)
- Master of Social Work (11550)
- UWA Micro-credentials
Candidates applying for these excluded programs will not be considered for the scholarship.
UWA Global Excellence Scholarship Coverage
The UWA Global Excellence Scholarship offers significant financial support for international students:
- Undergraduate Students:
- Up to AUD$48,000 over 4 years for eligible courses.
- Or AUD$36,000 over 3 years for eligible courses.
- Postgraduate Students:
- Up to AUD$24,000 over 2 years for eligible courses.
The value of the scholarship is determined by the applicant’s Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) or UWA Weighted Average Mark (WAM). For detailed information on how the scholarship amount is calculated, please visit the official website.
Eligibility Criteria for UWA Global Excellence Scholarship
To qualify for the UWA Global Excellence Scholarship, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Required Language: English
- Eligible Countries: Open to international students from a wide range of countries, including but not limited to:
- China, Canada, Myanmar, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Germany, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Japan, Bangladesh, Brazil, Argentina, USA, UK, South Korea, France, South Africa, and many more (Full list on the official website).
- Academic Requirements:
- Must have received an offer for an undergraduate or postgraduate course at The University of Western Australia.
- Must have achieved one of the following academic qualifications:
- An ATAR between 85.00 – 98.00+
- A WAM between 70.00 – 85.00+
For more detailed eligibility criteria, please refer to the official UWA website.
How to Apply for University of Western Australia Scholarships?
Please follow the following application instructions to UWA Global Excellence Scholarship:
- Please visit the official website to choose the level of study you are applying for.
- For undergraduate programs, click here to sign up and apply online.
- For masters program by course work, click here to sign up and apply online.
- For research degree (masters), click here to select the supervisor and email for acceptance.
To know more about University of Western Australia Scholarships, please visit the official website: