How To Apply for Student Government Scholarship In Australia
Apply In online
Visit for the Online Australia Scholarships Information System (OASIS). If you sign up online you will have to answer some questions in order to determine your eligibility. Then, you will be provided with an individual registration number, username , and password.
There is no need for you to complete your form as soon as possible. You are able to update your application form in draft and other supporting documents until April 2014 (or an earlier deadline if indicated on the relevant countries profile).
After you have submitted your application, it is not able to be altered. We strongly recommend applicants who apply online to complete their applications prior to the deadline. (OASIS) has a high volume of users during the days leading up to the date of closing and applicants might be delayed.
Posting an application
If you’re not able to complete an application via the internet, you may apply via mail. Make sure to check your country’s profile to find contact information and download a hardcopy form, as well as any additional templates, such as reports from referees (if relevant).
Hard copy forms for application that are completed along with supporting documents must be received by the date set by the country you reside in.
Documents that are required Student Government Scholarship
Hard copy forms for application and any supporting documents must be received by the deadline set by the country you reside in. Go through your profile of a participating country to determine whether your country needs additional documentation, such as reference reports.
Office Locations and Contacts
Please contact for the Department of Education
Department of Foreign Affairs and TradeR.G. Casey Building
John McEwen Crescent
Barton ACT 0221 Australia
Phone: +61 2 6261 1111
Fax: +61 2 6261 3111
ABN: 47 065 634 525
http://aid.dfat.gov.au/Pages/home.aspx
Department of Education
International Group
Scholarships & North Asia Branch
Endeavour Fellowships and Scholarships
GPO Box 9880
Email: endeavour@education.gov.au
CANBERRA ACT 2601
AUSTRALIA
What Are All The Eligibility
The scholarships available are all open to students from all over the world. They are offered to students of all nationalities but the terms of scholarships are determined by the organization or the institution that is offering the scholarship. Applications must be made directly with the organization offering the scholarship. To determine whether you’re eligible to be awarded a scholarship, make contact with the organization that offers the award.
The eligibility requirements and the application process differ across The Australia Awards programs. Follow the link below to find out more information on the eligibility requirements and the selection process of each award program. Candidates must meet the requirements of the scholarship for which they’re applying as well as English language requirements.
Categories and important dates
Documents to Utilize
Referee template for reports [PDF 118kb Referee report template [PDF 118kb
Referee reports template (Word 163kb[Word 163kb]
Examples of Documents
Visit your profile of the country you are a part of for more details.
Instructions
Before you apply, make sure that you have
- Check the open and close dates for your country, and select your country of citizenship/residency from the list of participating countries for specific information on eligibility, priority areas and how to apply. Check out the country pages of participating countries for the dates of opening and closing.
- If you plan to apply for a scholarship, study the Scholarships Policy Handbook. The Handbook provides details on general guidelines for eligibility, selection methods as well as entitlements and awards responsibilities. The department is free to amend and update the manual at any time , without prior notice.
- Certain countries allow applicants to apply online (only available until April 30, 2014) while some require hard-copy applications. Check out your country’s profile for more details.
- After you’ve checked the dates for opening and closing for your country and have looked up your Participating Country Profile in order to determine what application methods they accept, check out the following options for the best way to submit your application.
Academic Scholarships, Awards and Grants
There are a variety of grants, scholarships and bursaries that can assist you financially in studying in Australia. They are provided by the Australian government, educational institutions as well as a variety of other private and public organizations. It is possible to use the search feature on each page on their website to locate scholarships relevant to you, and also the contact information of the organization offering the scholarship. All application for scholarship applications are made directly with the organization that is providing the scholarship.
To determine which possible scholarships you are qualified for, you can use the search feature located on each page on the site.
- Input your subject of study or an institution into the search bar.
- On the Search results page Click on the tab for Scholarships.
- To select the most scholarships, you can use the filter that matches your interests
Candidates who wish to accept for an Australia Awards Scholarship will need to sign an agreement in conjunction with Australia’s Commonwealth of Australia declaring that they will abide by the terms of the award.
The awardee must quit Australia for two years minimum after they have completed their award. If they fail to comply, it will cause the recipient to incur the full amount of the award.
Requirements Information
- Name in full (as it appears on passports)
- Contact information
- Zone of significance
- Number for phone
- Birth date
- The place of birth
- Gender
- Country of citizenship/residency
Documentation is needed
There are numerous scholarships available for postgraduate and undergraduate students and in a wide range of areas of study that are which are funded through the Australian Government, giving the future generation of leaders in the world the opportunity to study or research, as well as professional development.
Australia Awards Australia Awards are a whole-of-government initiative that brings together the administration of fellowships and scholarships by Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade the Department of Education and the Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR) which gives the future generation of leaders in the world the chance to pursue research, study as well as professional growth in Australia and also for highly-achieving Australians to pursue the same abroad.
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The Australian Government is aware that education helps develop abilities and skills, creates lasting people, nation as well as professional connections and has the ability to effect positive changes.
The Awards aim to help develop the potential of leaders and create sustainable change through the creation of an international network of highly skilled individuals by providing high-quality education experiences both in Australia as well as overseas.
They return home with fresh ideas and information, and the capacity to contribute significantly to their countries of origin to be leaders in their fields.
The Awards also show Australia’s dedication to provide education opportunities that enhance living standards and boost economic growth in emerging countries.
For Australia the Awards create an active powerful global community of advocates, leaders and change-makers. They also establish an international network of ambassadors around the globe.
The Awards help to increase the efficiency of Australia and to the growth of relationships between Australia and our neighbours in the region as well as the larger international community.
Other uses of the document/certificate
The aim of the scholarships are:
- Create ongoing research, educational and professional connections between individuals, groups and nations
- enhance the abilities and global perspective of top performing individuals from Australia and around the world.
- help aid in Australias fame as a quality institution of education and training, and also an innovator in research and development
- improve the efficiency of Australians by pursuing international studies and research, or through professional development experiences.
External Links
http://education.gov.au/search/site/scholarships
http://studyassist.gov.au/sites/studyassist/scholarshipsandawards/pages/scholarships-and-awards
http://www.australiaawards.gov.au/
http://aid.dfat.gov.au/australia-awards/Pages/how-to-apply.aspx
Other
The following list contains all of the currently available scholarships and awards. You