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University of Western Australia (UWA) Scholarships

Applications closed Masters,PhD Fully funded
Award AUD 35,000 / per year Paid per year. Confirm the latest figures on the official page.
Deadline August 31, 2025 Deadline passed
Duration 4 Years How long the scholarship support typically lasts.
Funding type Fully funded Whether the award is fully funded, partial, merit-based, or similar.

About this scholarship

What this award covers and who it is designed to support.

This highly competitive scholarship supports exceptional international HDR candidates to conduct research at UWA. Award benefits include full coverage of international tuition, mandatory health insurance (OSHC) for the candidate and their dependents, and potentially a generous annual living stipend. Ideal for students with a strong academic and research track record.

Scholarship details

Key facts about level, field, location, and institutions.

Study level

Masters,PhD

Field of study

Computer Science & IT

Host country

Australia

Competition

Medium

Opens

July 1, 2025

Eligibility

Who can apply and what academic or personal criteria you need to meet.

Applicants must:

  • Hold or be offered admission to a relevant UWA HDR program
  • Demonstrate outstanding academic achievement
  • Meet UWA's English language proficiency requirements
  • Be international citizens (excluding NZ)

Not already hold a government HDR award covering tuition (e.g., RTP fee offset) 

Application requirements

Documents and steps typically needed when you submit your application.

The requirements are as follows:

  • Part 1: Apply for admission via the HDR Application Portal.

Part 2: Submit the scholarship application via UWA’s scholarship application system.
Applications must include academic transcripts, CV, research proposal, and referee endorsements. 

What is covered

Tuition, living costs, and other expenses included in this award.

The scholarship includes coverage for:

  • Full international tuition fee waiver for up to four years
    • Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the awardee (and dependents)

May include full living allowance (stipend) valued at AUD 35,000 p.a.