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Are you an African professional looking to study for a fully funded Master’s degree in Australia? The Australia Awards Scholarship 2026 is now open for applications.
This prestigious scholarship is funded by the Australian Government and provides African citizens the opportunity to pursue postgraduate studies at top Australian universities at no cost.
What is the Australia Awards Scholarship?
The Australia Awards Scholarship is part of Australia’s international development program. It supports emerging leaders from developing countries to gain skills and knowledge that will help drive change in their home countries.
Since 2004, over 4,000 African scholars have benefited from this program.
Scholarship Benefits
The Australia Awards Scholarship is fully funded and covers:
- Full tuition fees
- Return economy airfare
- Establishment allowance of AUD 5,000 (approximately ₦2.3 million)
- Fortnightly living expenses contribution
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
- Introductory Academic Programme
- Fieldwork allowance (for research students)
- Reunion airfare for programmes lasting 2 years or more
Eligible Countries
The following 25 African countries are eligible:
Algeria, Angola, Botswana, Côte d’Ivoire, Democratic Republic of Congo, Egypt, Ethiopia, Gabon, Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Sudan, Tanzania, The Gambia, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
Eligibility Requirements
To apply for the Australia Awards Scholarship 2026, you must:
- Be a citizen of an eligible African country
- Be at least 18 years old
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree (minimum Second Class)
- Have at least 5 years of work experience after graduation
- Be currently employed
- Not be an Australian citizen or permanent resident
- Meet English language requirements
- Show how the scholarship will benefit your home country
Note: Applicants with disabilities require a minimum of 3 years work experience.
Priority Study Areas
The scholarship prioritizes the following fields:
- Public Policy and Governance
- Agriculture and Food Security
- Health
- Education
- Infrastructure and Trade
- Water and Sanitation
- Environment and Climate Change
- Gender Equality and Disability Inclusion
How to Apply
Follow these steps to apply:
- Visit the official website: australiaawardsafrica.org
- Create an account on the OASIS portal
- Complete the online application form
- Upload all required documents:
- Academic transcripts and certificates
- Proof of citizenship (passport/national ID)
- Proof of employment
- English language test scores (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Two referee reports
- Research proposal (if applicable)
- Submit before the deadline
Tip: Do not wait until the last day. The OASIS portal experiences heavy traffic near the deadline.
Application Deadline
Deadline: April 30, 2026 at 14:00 AEST
Applications submitted after this date will not be considered.
Official Links
- Apply Here: australiaawardsafrica.org/awards/apply
- Policy Handbook: DFAT Australia Awards
Conclusion
The Australia Awards Scholarship 2026 is a life-changing opportunity for African professionals who want to advance their careers with a world-class education. With full funding covering tuition, travel, and living expenses, you can focus entirely on your studies.
If you meet the requirements, don’t miss this chance. Start your application today!
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