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High Commission of Australia Scholarships 2026 (Fully Funded)

Last updated Mar 30, 2026

Country

Australia

Level

masters, phd

Organization

Australian Government

Field

All fields

Funding

fully funded

Overview

These are fully funded scholarships offered by the Australian Government for international students to pursue Master's and PhD degrees at various top Australian universities. The scholarships aim to attract students from all over the world, with no restrictions on nationality, background, or gender.

Coverage

The scholarships are fully funded, covering full tuition fees (up to two years for Master's by Research, up to four years for Doctoral degrees), a living allowance (up to two years for Master's by Research, up to 3.5 years for Doctoral degrees), a relocation grant (up to $2000 for domestic moves within Australia, or $3000 for international moves from outside Australia), and Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) Single Membership for international students who require a student visa to study in Australia. These funds are released by the Government of Australia.

Eligibility

These scholarships are open to international students from all nationalities, backgrounds, and genders. Applicants must be seeking to undertake Master's or PhD degree programs. A wide range of academic fields and majors are available across the participating universities.

Requirements

Four important documents are mentioned as necessary to support the scholarship application, but specific details about these documents (e.g., transcripts, research proposal, letters of recommendation) are not clearly stated. English proficiency is generally required for study in Australia, but specific certificate requirements (like IELTS/TOEFL) are not detailed in this content.

How to apply

International students are required to apply directly to the Australian universities offering these scholarships. The process involves applying for admission to a Master's or PhD program at a participating university, which will then consider them for the associated scholarships. Specific application procedures and deadlines vary by university. An example provided is the University of Melbourne, which offers 600 graduate scholarships, with an application link provided for their graduate research programs.

Notes

The duration for Master's scholarships is typically 2 years, and for Doctoral degrees, it is 4 years (or 3 years for Griffith University). Several top Australian universities participate, including the University of Melbourne, Macquarie University, Deakin University, Monash University, Australian National University (ANU), Griffith University, University of Tasmania, University of Technology Sydney (UTS), University of South Australia, and Flinders University. Applications for some scholarships for 2026 may open as early as July 1, 2026.

Source & Verification

Host organization: Australian Government

Original source: BrightScholarship

Official application page: https://study.unimelb.edu.au/how-to-apply/graduate-research

Verify the deadline, eligibility, and document list on the official website before applying.

How to Apply

1

Read the full requirements

Visit the official application page and read all eligibility criteria carefully before investing time in the application.
2

Gather your documents

Collect transcripts, certificates, and references. Official copies may require apostille — start this process early.
3

Request recommendation letters

Contact your referees at least 4–6 weeks before the deadline. Brief them on the scholarship and your goals.
4

Write your motivation letter

Be specific about your goals, why you chose this program, and your plan to contribute to Ethiopia after completing your studies.
5

Proofread and submit early

Submit at least 3–5 days before the deadline. Technical issues are common — never submit on the last day.