The Australia Awards Africa Programme is inviting applications for the Australia Awards 2026 academic year Intake.
Australia Awards scholarships provide citizens of eligible African countries with the opportunity to pursue a Master’s degree at an Australian tertiary institution.
The Australia Awards are prestigious international awards offered by the Australian Government to the next generation of global leaders in developing countries. Through study and research, recipients gain the skills and knowledge to drive change and foster long-term people-to-people connections with Australia.
The scholarships focus on developing expertise to influence change in partner countries while strengthening human resource capacity in mutually agreed development sectors in Australia.
Applications are strongly encouraged from women, people with disability and other marginalised groups.
More information on Australia Awards, Australia’s aid programme, and studying in Australia can be found through the following links:
Master’s
Closing date: 30 April 2025 (11:59 PM AEST)
Applications and supporting documents submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
The priority areas of study for eligible African countries in this application round are:
Applicants must meet all eligibility requirements outlined in the Australia Awards Scholarships Policy Handbook.
In addition, candidates must:
All applications must be submitted online through the Online Australia Scholarships Information System (OASIS). Applicants must submit all relevant supporting documents as listed in the Australia Awards Scholarships Policy Handbook by 30 April 2025
Required Supporting documents:
Successful candidates must present original documents for certification.
For queries, contact Australia Awards Africa:
Email: enquiries@australiaawards.org or refer to Frequently Asked Questions.
Telephone: +27 67 421 6340
2026 Intake – Masters Brochure
Application and Selection Process
Masters Pre-interview Information
How to apply for an Australia Awards scholarship
Australia Awards Scholarships Policy Handbook
Please note that this opportunity is not offered by the Department of Higher Education and Training. Applicants are required to undertake their own research into programmes and institutions and are responsible for ensuring that the qualifications will be recognised in South Africa by contacting the South African Qualifications Authority and the relevant professional bodies. If there are any discrepancies in the details provided, the information given by the sponsor supersedes the details provided above. No additional financial support will be provided by the Department of Higher Education and Training.