Australia Awards Scholarships: Fully Funded Master’s Study in Australia for Bangladeshi Students 2027
Australia Awards Scholarships program, administered by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, offers fully funded scholarships for students from partner countries, including Bangladesh, to pursue graduate studies in Australia.
The scholarship provides opportunities for talented students—particularly from the Indo-Pacific region—to undertake full-time master’s degree programs at participating Australian universities.
For the 2027 intake, Bangladeshi students are eligible to apply for Master’s by Coursework or Master’s by Research programs.
Fields of Study
The scholarship supports a wide range of disciplines aligned with development priorities, including:
- Science and Technology
- Engineering
- Public Health
- Social Inclusion
- Public Policy and Governance
- Inclusive Economic Development
- Environmental and Sustainability Studies
- Education and Social Sciences
Scholarship Benefits
Recipients of the Australia Awards Scholarship receive comprehensive financial support for the entire duration of their studies, including:
- Full tuition fees
- Return airfare (one round trip to Australia)
- Establishment allowance for accommodation and study materials
- Biweekly living allowance
- Introductory Academic Program (IAP) to prepare students for study
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
- Additional academic and pastoral support
The scholarship covers the minimum time required to complete the approved program.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the 2027 Australia Awards Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be citizens of Bangladesh and reside in the country
- Apply for a Master’s by Research or Coursework program
- Meet the academic and English language requirements
Applicants must also meet the following conditions:
- Minimum IELTS score of 6.5, with no band below 6.0
- Must not hold Australian or New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency
- Must not be married to someone holding or eligible for PR/citizenship in Australia or New Zealand
- Must not have received an Australia Awards Scholarship within the last four years
- Military personnel are not eligible
Required Documents
Applicants must submit the following documents:
Personal and Academic Documents
- Passport
- Academic transcripts and certificates (Bachelor’s and Master’s if applicable)
- English language test certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE, valid as of 1 January 2027)
Professional and Supporting Documents
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Development Impact and Linkages Plan
- Current employment certificate
- Evidence of previous work experience
Government Applicants (Bangladesh)
- Proof of cadre service
- Job confirmation letter
Referee Reports
- Master’s Coursework:
- 1 Academic referee
- 1 Professional referee
- Master’s Research:
- 2 Academic referees
- 1 Professional referee
Additional Requirements for Research Programs
- Research proposal
- Evidence of in-principle supervisor support (email or letter)
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted through the Online Australia Awards Scholarships Information System (OASIS).
Applicants must:
- Check eligibility requirements
- Research eligible courses
- Prepare all required documents
- Register and complete the application in the OASIS portal
- Submit the application before the deadline
Applicants will receive a unique registration number, username and password after registering in the system.
Although online applications are strongly recommended, instructions for mail submissions are available in the country profile.
Application Deadline
10:00 AM BST — 30 April 2026
Late applications will not be accepted.
Apply for the Scholarship
Students can apply through the official application portal:
OASIS Application System: https://oasis.dfat.gov.au/
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