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If you are an international student, the Australia Awards Scholarship (AAS) may financially help to support your study or research at RMIT.
Eligibility
To be eligible for this scholarship you must:
- be an international student
- be a citizen of any Australia Awards Scholarship participating country
- meet the general and country specific eligibility criteria as listed in the Australia Awards Scholarship Handbook.
Value and benefits
Australia Awards are prestigious international scholarships and fellowships funded by the Australian Government offering the next generation of global leaders an opportunity to undertake study, research and professional development.
The study and research opportunities provided by Australia Awards Scholarships develop skills and knowledge of individuals to drive change and contribute to the development outcomes of their own country.
The value of the scholarships and awards vary depending on your country but may cover
- full tuition fees
- a stipend
- Introductory Academic Program
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) and other expenses
Please visit the Australia Awards Scholarship for country specific details.
Priority areas and RMIT programs
Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning (Honours)
Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental Engineering) (Honours)
Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Infrastructure) (Honours)
Bachelor of Environmental Science
Bachelor of Environment and Society
Bachelor of Environmental Science/Bachelor of Environment and Society
Master of Urban Planning and Environment
Master of Engineering (Environmental Engineering)
Master of Sustainable Practice
Master of Engineering (Civil Engineering)
Master of Human Resource Management
Master of Engineering (Sustainable Energy)
Master of Energy Efficient and Sustainable Building
Bachelor of Education (Primary and Early Childhood Education)
Bachelor of Education (Primary and Physical Education/Sport)
Bachelor of Education (Primary Education and Disability Inclusion)
Bachelor of Education (Primary)
Graduate Diploma in Early Childhood Education
Diploma of Digital Media Technologies
Diploma of Information Technology
Bachelor of Engineering (Computer and Network Engineering) (Honours)
Master of Engineering (Telecommunication and Network Engineering)
Master of Business Information Technology
Master of Information Technology
Doctor of Philosophy (Computer Science)
Bachelor of Applied Science (Project Management) (Honours)
Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning (Honours)
Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Infrastructure) (Honours)
Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental Engineering) (Honours)
Bachelor of Environmental Science
Bachelor of Applied Science (Surveying) (Honours)
Bachelor of Applied Science (Construction Management) (Honours)
Bachelor of Applied Science (Project Management) (Honours)
Master of Engineering (Environmental Engineering)
Master of Sustainable Practice
Master of Urban Planning and Environment
Master of Supply Chain and Logistics Management
Master of Engineering (Aerospace)
Master of Engineering (Airworthiness)
Bachelor of Business Professional Practice
Master of Statistics and Operations Research
Master of Business Administration
Master of Human Resource Management
Master of International Business
Master of Professional Accounting
Master of Supply Chain and Logistics Management
Master of Business Information Technology
Doctor of Philosophy (Accountancy)
Doctor of Philosophy (Business Information Systems)
Doctor of Philosophy (Business)
Doctor of Philosophy (Economics, Finance & Marketing)
Doctor of Philosophy (Supply Chain Logistics)
Master of Business Administration
Master of Human Resource Management
Master of Supply Chain and Logistics Management
Master of Business Information Technology
Master of Information Technology
Doctor of Philosophy (Computer Science)
Doctor of Philosophy (Business Information Systems)
Doctor of Philosophy (Business)
Doctor of Philosophy (Economics, Finance & Marketing)
How to apply
- Check on the scholarship application opening and closing dates and participating countries.
- Refer to the scholarship eligibility criteria and your country’s priority areas of study.
- From the priority areas of study, choose the RMIT program you would like to study.
- Complete your scholarship application.
If you are successful for the scholarship, you will be notified by the Australia Awards office in your country. The Australia Awards office will then apply on your behalf so you need not apply directly to us. Once you have accepted your scholarship, your Student Contact Officer will be in touch with you shortly to ensure your transition to RMIT is as smooth as possible
Support for Australia Awards Scholarships students
To help you transition to life and study in Melbourne, Australia we have custom designed a 5-week Introductory Academic Program (IAP) covering
- Getting to know RMIT and Melbourne
- Cross-cultural adaptation
- Academic skills
You are required to attend this program before formal studies to assist you adapt to your new surroundings.
The RMIT University Student Contact Officer (SCO) can provide the following support for AAS recipients:
- Welcome pack
- Arrival services/ Airport Pickup
- Temporary accommodation
- Bank account set-up
- Academic support
- Family support
- Travel arrangements
- Return home briefing
- Completion ceremony
Further information
For more information on these scholarships, please refer to our Australia Awards at RMIT brochure. Alternatively, email us at aus.awards@rmit.edu.au.
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