Australian Government invites applications for the Fully-funded Australian Short Course Awards for African Students in 2021.
They aim to contribute to the 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.
Worth of Award
Entitlements include the following:
- The full costs of tuition fees for the duration of the course
- Mobilization travel from the home country to the course delivery location(s), and return to the home country Note: Excess baggage and travel insurance charges are not covered
- Visa expenses
- A modest per diem
- Accommodation
- Medical insurance for the duration of the short course.
Eligibility
To be eligible to receive an Australia Awards Short Courses, applicants must:
- Citizen of an eligible African country
- Minimum academic requirement: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- Mid-level to senior-level professional, currently employed in a relevant field
- Meet relevant post-graduate work experience requirements
- For Australia Awards Short Courses, applicants must be at least 25 years and not older than 55 years by 30 June 2021.
- For Australia Awards Scholarships, applicants must be at least 25 years and not older than 52 years at the date of application.
- Demonstrate a clear vision of how the knowledge gained through the scholarship will be used to improve policy, practice or reform in their home country
- Satisfactory English proficiency to enable full participation in a training course delivered in English
- Satisfy all requirements of the Australian Government for the appropriate student visa (subclass 500).
Applicants are also to check their country eligibility status and deadlines before applying
How to Apply
Applications for this award are online via their website. See the link below.
Deadline: Application closes June 30, 2021