Scholarships list

View our handy scholarship guide to assist you in gathering the documents you may require for your application.

Unsuccessful scholarship candidates may be considered for other scholarships.

Note: Swinburne International scholarships will not display below. Visit our Swinburne international scholarships page to find out more.

Scholarships list

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Swinburne scholarships

Scholarships Applications
Apollo Fund - First in Family Scholarship for Business
The First in Family Scholarship is awarded to a commencing Business student who is the "first in the family" to attend university and who has experienced disadvantage. 
Open
(Closing soon 31 March 2024)
Bruce McDonald Accountancy Alumni Scholarship
This scholarship is funded by Swinburne Accounting Alumni to provide an eligible undergraduate second year student an opportunity of a scholarship to continue their studies.
Open
(Closing soon 31 March 2024)
Freemasons Foundation Victoria Scholarship
The scholarship provides $5,000 to one first year commencing undergraduate student who has experienced financial disadvantage or difficulties. 
Open
(Closing soon 31 March 2024)
Indigenous TAFE Educators Scholarship
This scholarship supports indigenous students who are enrolled in the Certificate IV in Training and Assessment and is valued at $3,000.
Open
(Closing soon 31 March 2024)
Pathways Access Scholarship
The Pathways Access Scholarship is open to students who have completed a Vocational Education and Training (VET) qualification in the year prior to commencing a full-time undergraduate degree at Swinburne.
Open
(Closing soon 31 March 2024)
Pratt Foundation Scholarship
This scholarship aims to assist a student with costs associated with their Business studies, enabling them to realise their passion for a business career, and full academic potential, by reducing the need to work outside of study.
Open
(Closing soon 31 March 2024)
Siemens Healthineers Engineering Technology (Electrical) Scholarship
This scholarship supports an Advanced Diploma Engineering Technology- Electrical (VE) student to the value of $7,500 for one year and an opportunity for paid work experience with Siemens Healthineers.
Open
(Closing soon 31 March 2024)
SNXG Engineering Scholarships
The SNXG (Swinburne Engineering Excellence Group) scholarships support high achieving students to excel in the field of engineering. The scholarship are open to Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Master of Engineering students.
Open
(Closing soon 31 March 2024)
Swinburne Community Bank Leadership Scholarship
The Swinburne Community Bank is supporting a Bachelor of Education or Bachelor of Nursing student to the value of $5,000 for one year.
Open
(Closing soon 31 March 2024)
VET Digital Scholarship
$500 payment to support a student access IT equipment and/or services.
Open
(Closing soon 19 April 2024)
Adrian Di Marco Women in Software Development Scholarship
Open to first year female students enrolled in an eligible undergraduate ICT course. Scholarship is valued at $10,000 per year for up to three years.
Open
(Closing 30 April 2024)
CEVA Logistics Supply Chain Management Scholarship
This scholarship is open to 3rd year undergraduate students majoring in Logistics and Supply Chain Management to the value of $7,000 per year for two years. There is also an opportunity for paid work experience with CEVA Logistics.
Open
(Closing 30 April 2024)
CitiPower, Powercor and United Energy Women in Engineering Scholarship
CitiPower, Powercor and United Energy will be supporting a female electrical engineering student with this $30,000 scholarship.
Open
(Closing 30 April 2024)
Claire Sorati Scholarship for Women
This scholarship honours the memory of alumna Claire Sorati by supporting female students from disadvantaged backgrounds to undertake tertiary education in engineering, information and communication technologies or science offered by Swinburne.
Open
(Closing 30 April 2024)
Dr Tuan Luu Scholarship for Women
This scholarship is to support female students from disadvantaged backgrounds to continue tertiary education and achieve their full academic potential.
Open
(Closing 30 April 2024)
Dylan Alcott Foundation Scholarships
This scholarship supports first year VET or Undergraduate students who live with disability and provides a tuition fee waiver up to $10,000 per year for up to 3 years and a payment of $5,000
Open
(Closing 30 April 2024)
Ford Blue Oval Scholarship
The Ford Blue Oval Scholarship aims to support a 2nd or 3rd year student studying the Bachelor of Engineering at Swinburne University of Technology.  
Open
(Closing 30 April 2024)
Greig Connell Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship supports a female Engineering student and is in memory of Greig Connell, a former leader of engineering recruitment in Australia.
Open
(Closing 30 April 2024)
InfraBuild Steel Scholarship
For undergraduate Engineering students majoring in at least one of Electrical and Electronic, Robotics and Mechatronics, Software or Mechanical .
Open
(Closing 30 April 2024)
International Aviation Womens Association (IAWA) Scholarship
IAWA is a non-profit association with members in 38 countries, representing 257 major companies and aviation authorities. IAWA is dedicated to promoting the advancement of women in the aviation and aerospace industries.
Open
(Closing 30 April 2024)
Jean Barry Scholarship for Women
This scholarship was established to support female students studying in the Bachelor of Arts to undertake/continue tertiary education by reducing the need to work outside of study.
Open
(Closing 30 April 2024)
Joan McPherson Welcome Scholarship
This scholarship is offered to full time students who currently hold the following Visas: Bridging 'E' (V050), a Temporary Protection (V785), Temporary Humanitarian Concern (V786) or Safe Haven Enterprise (V790). 
Open
(Closing 30 April 2024)
Joe Manders Scholarship for part-time students
Open to part-time students studying an undergraduate Business course with at least 100 credit points completed. Scholarship is valued at  $5,000 for one year.
Open
(Closing 30 April 2024)
Ju-Fen Scholarship
This scholarship is open to 2nd or 3rd year Bachelor of Film and Televison students who have experienced financial hardship.
Open
(Closing 30 April 2024)
Judith Kinnear Student Travel Scholarship
This scholarship aims to support a student enrolled in a postgraduate degree, either a Masters (by research) or PhD in the School of Science, Computing and Engineering Technologies or School of Engineering
Open
(Closing 30 April 2024)
Kath Watson Scholarship for Women
This scholarship was established to support female students from disadvantaged backgrounds to undertake and/or continue tertiary education and to achieve their full academic potential by reducing the need to work outside of study.
Open
(Closing 30 April 2024)
Len Bettess Memorial Scholarship
SMEC has established the Len Bettess Memorial Scholarship, in honour of a wonderful former colleague and Swinburne Alumnus. This scholarship provides $5,000 and aims to support students with a passion for engineering.
Open
(Closing 30 April 2024)
Malcolm Styles Local Government Scholarship
This scholarship aims to support a regional or rural-based (preferably) engineering student studying in a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Professional) with an interest in local government.
Open
(Closing 30 April 2024)
Mandala Prize for Law
The Mandala Prize, valued at $2,000, is part of the Student Achievement awards for a Law student enrolled in a Bachelor of Laws course at Swinburne University who has overcome hardship to succeed.
Open
(Closing 30 April 2024)
Merna Mattsson Scholarship for Women in the Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities
This scholarship was established to support female students studying in the Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities to undertake or continue tertiary education by reducing the need to work outside of study.
Open
(Closing 30 April 2024)
Piers Fowler Flight Instructor Scholarship
This scholarship is open to third year Aviation students
Open
(Closing 30 April 2024)
Pio Iovenitti Engineering Excellence Scholarship
The Pio Iovenitti Engineering Excellence Scholarship aims to support a student studying in the second year of a Master of Engineering Science Degree.
Open
(Closing 30 April 2024)
Rosemary Simpson Scholarship
The Rosemary Simpson Scholarship has been established by the Jolimont Foundation to assist Swinburne students from rural and regional areas to undertake and complete an undergraduate degree.
Open
(Closing 30 April 2024)
Rotary Club of Camberwell Scholarship
The Rotary Club of Camberwell is funding one scholarship valued at $5000 to an eligible first year VE or Higher Education Swinburne student commencing in 2024. 
Open
(Closing 30 April 2024)
Sheila Fitzgerald Scholarship
Applicable to all apprenticeships including: Spoken and Written English, General Education for Adults, EAL (Access), EAL (Further Study), Access to Vocational Pathways
Open
(Closing 30 April 2024)
Sir Edward 'Weary' Dunlop Scholarship
This scholarship is open to higher education and vocational education students of Swinburne University who expect to finish their Certificate IV, diploma, advanced diploma, associate degree, bachelor or honours degree in 2024. 
Open
(Closing 30 April 2024)
Sir Reginald Ansett Scholarship - Aviation
This scholarship assists a student with costs associated with their Aviation studies, enabling them to realise their passion for an Aviation career and full academic potential by reducing the need to work outside of study.
Open
(Closing 30 April 2024)
Sir Reginald Ansett Scholarship - Business
This scholarship seeks to support undergraduate Business students with costs associated with their studies.
Open
(Closing 30 April 2024)
Stanley Liebich Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship supports a student from a disadvantaged financial background articulating from the Associate Degree in Engineering OR Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology into the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) degree.
Open
(Closing 30 April 2024)
Steve Ashton Scholarship for the Architectural Profession (SASAP)
This scholarship seeks to support career architects undertake professional development and pursue the business training they need to achieve their goals. Scholarships are valued up to $30,000.
Open
(Closing 30 April 2024)
Swinburne Staff and Community Scholarships Fund
The Swinburne Staff and Community Scholarships Fund supports students who are commencing a Vocational Education (VE) course or an Undergraduate course at Swinburne University. The scholarships are valued up to $7,500.
Open
(Closing 30 April 2024)
Violet Louise Bonner Postgraduate Scholarship for Women
This scholarship aims to support a female postgraduate student studying Sciences, Engineering or Technology on campus or online
Open
(Closing 30 April 2024)
Yeap Scholarship
The Yeap Scholarship offers a semester exchange at Swinburne's Sarawak campus to help develop a deeper understanding, engagement and appreciation of Asian cultures and opportunities.
Open
(Closing 1 May 2024)
Giles Family Foundation Study Abroad Program
This Travel Grant provides recipients with $7,000 to help support living expenses while undertaking an Overseas Semester Exchange to any Swinburne partner university.
Open
(Closing 30 June 2024)
Access Scholarship for First Year Undergraduates (who have relocated from rural and regional areas)
Students offered an Access Scholarship for First Year Undergraduates may undertake any undergraduate degree course at Swinburne.
Open
Access Scholarship for Students who are Care Leavers from Australian State or Foster Care
The Access Scholarship for Students who are Care Leavers from Australian State or Foster Care is open to any full-time student who is undertaking a undergraduate degree course at Swinburne.
Open
Care Leaver Bursary
The Care Leaver Bursary aims to support students in Vocational Education programs who spent time in formal out-of-home care.
Open
Charlie Selman Sustainability Award 2024
The Charlie Selman Sustainability Award recognises any undergraduate student who demonstrates an outstanding commitment to sustainability, including social and environmental sustainability.
Closed
(Reopened 1 July 2024)
Education Abroad Exchange Scholarships
Open
Indigenous Commonwealth Scholarships (ICECS and ICAS)
The Indigenous Commonwealth Education Costs Scholarship (ICECS and ICAS) aims to improve access to higher education for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, particularly those who need to relocate from regional and remote areas.
Open
Indigenous Laptop Scholarship
The Indigenous Laptop Scholarship provides Swinburne Indigenougs students with a Laptop to equip them the technology to help succeed in their chosen course. 
Open
Indigenous Relocation Scholarship (Higher Education)
This scholarship aims to support an Indigenous undergraduate or postgraduate student to assist with relocation costs or accommodation costs to begin or continue their degree with Swinburne.
Open
Indigenous Relocation Scholarship (VET)
The Indigenous Relocation Scholarship (VET) supports eligible Indigenous students enrolled to commence a Diploma (including Unilink) or Advanced Diploma with relocation and accommodation costs.
Open
Indigenous Start-Up Bursary
Established in 2020, Swinburne's Indigenous Bursaries scholarship aims to provide support for Swinburne Indigenous students to commence their education and equiped too reach their full potential. 
Open
Indigenous Transition Scholarship (VET)
Indigenous Transition Scholarship (VET) is award to Swinburne Indigenous students who have successfully completed a Swinburne VET course.  
Open
Research Training Program Fees-Offset (Domestic) {formerly Research Training Scheme}
Local students applying for a place in a higher degrees by research program will automatically be considered for an Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Fees-Offset (Domestic) scholarship. 
Open
Sustainable Consumption and Digital Media
Applications are invited for a PhD scholarship based at the Swinburne University, Hawthorn campus, Melbourne, Australia, in conjunction with CSIRO.
Open
Swinburne CPA Australia Member Scholarship
The Swinburne CPA Australia Member Scholarship provides a course tuition fee discount for students who are current members of CPA Australia and are studying a postgraduate course in Financial Planning
Open
Swinburne Student Emergency Fund
The Student Emergency Fund enables students that have been impacted by significant hardship, emergencies or disasters to access financial support through a one-off grant.
Open
Tuition Fee Scholarship
For prospective international research students.
Open
Vice-Chancellor's Excellence Scholarship
The Swinburne Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence Scholarship is a prestigious award to study any Swinburne on-campus degree.
Open
Access Scholarship for First Year Undergraduates - Direct Applications
Access Scholarships are funded by the Higher Education Participation & Partnerships Programme (HEPPP). HEPPP aims to ensure that students from low SES backgrounds have the opportunity to study at university.
Closed
Access Scholarship for Refugees
This scholarship is offered to students in an undergraduate degree who may be currently or previously a permanent humanitarian visa holder.
Closed
Ambassador Pete Peterson Scholarships
This scholarship valued at USD$6,500 is available to current students at Swinburne Vietnam Alliance Programs' locations (Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Da Nang) and  seeking to travel to Swinburne Hawthorn (Melbourne)
Closed
Asian Australian Foundation Scholarship - Postgraduate
The Asian Australian Foundation Scholarship is open to students from a diverse cultural background, commencing their postgraduate study with AGSE at Swinburne, in Semester 1, 2023.
Closed
Asian Australian Foundation Scholarship - Undergraduate
The Asian Australian Foundation is offering two scholarships to Swinburne undergraduate students from diverse cultural backgrounds who have experienced disadvantage.
Closed
Carsales Foundation Women in STEM Scholarship
This scholarship provides $7,500 to support a female student with demonstrated academic ability and desire to undertake undergraduate studies in the field of Computer Science and Information Technology.
Closed
George Alexander Foundation Scholarship
The Foundation was established in 1972 by George Alexander AM to offer talented undergraduate degree students access and opportunity to fulfil their potential.
Closed
Inaugural Dean of Health Sciences, Professor Janet Hiller Scholarship
The Inaugural Dean of Health Sciences, Professor Janet Hiller Scholarship is open to Swinburne Postgraduate students enrolled in the first year of Dietetics, Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy and have experienced disadvantage.
Closed
Indigenous Design Scholarship
The Indigenous Design Scholarship, sponsored by Indigi-Print Pty Ltd, aims to assist a VET or Higher Education design student to purchase IT hardware and software to support their study.
Closed
Indigenous VET Bursary
To provide a once off payment for Indigenous VET students who are experiencing financial hardship to assist with start-up costs.
Closed
iPad grants
Closed
Laptop grants - Lenovo ThinkPad
Closed
NICA’s Indigenous Scholarship
NICA’s Indigenous scholarships provides tuition fee assistance for an Aboriginal or Torres Islander student undertaking the Certificate IV in Circus Arts.
Closed
Order of Australia Association Foundation Scholarship 2023
This prestigious scholarship valued at $40,000 supports the next generation of leaders by helping promising young Australians to achieve their potential. It is open to a select cohort of students in their second year of study in 2023.
Closed
Research Training Program Fee-Offset (International) {formerly International Postgraduate Research}
The scholarship is awarded by the Commonwealth Government to attract high-quality overseas postgraduate students to support Australian research.
Closed
Research Training Program Stipend - RTPS
Awarded to students of exceptional research potential undertaking a higher degree in research.
Closed
Study and Living Support Grants
This is a monetary grant to help with study and living expenses.
Closed
Swinburne Research Stipend Scholarships
Awarded to students of exceptional research potential undertaking a higher degree in research.
Closed
Swinburne University Postgraduate Research Award
Awarded to students of exceptional research potential undertaking a higher degree in research.
Closed
Swinburne Welcome Scholarship
Swinburne Welcome Scholarships provide opportunities for holders of Bridging Visa ‘E’ (BVE’s) (subclass V050), Temporary Protection Visas (TPV) (subclass V785) and Safe Haven Enterprise Visas (SHEV) (subclass V790) and Tempo
Closed
Women in Finance and Economics Scholarship Program
This scholarship is open to female students commencing an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in Financial Planning or Finance in 2023.
Closed

External scholarships

Scholarships Applications
AMERICAN AUSTRALIAN ASSOCIATION Graduate, Veteran & Arts Scholarships
American Australian Association (AAA) scholarships and grants provide support to the next generation of American, Native American, Australian and Indigenous Australian individuals to undertake transformational educational study, research and artis
Open
Australia Awards Scholarship
Australia Awards Scholarships aim to contribute to the long-term development needs of Australia's partner countries in line with bilateral and regional agreements.
Open
Australian Institute of Nuclear Science and Engineering (AINSE Ltd) - Winter School
Annual all-expenses-covered 5-day school hosted at ANSTO for final year undergraduate students
Open
Australian Institute of Nuclear Science and Engineering (AINSE Ltd) - WISE School
Annual all-expenses-covered 4-day school hosted at ANSTO for first year female-identifying students
Open
Australian Rotary Health Mental Health Research Scholarships
It is intended that Australian Rotary Health will provide stipend and incidental support for a postgraduate student who is undertaking full time research in the areas below.
Open
BizCover Women in IT Scholarship
Eligibility requirementsThis scholarship contest is open to female final year undergraduate students who are currently completing the following or equivalent degrees:• Bachelor of Engineering• Bachelor
Open
Capstone Editing Grants & Scholarships
Capstone Editing’s grants and scholarships aim to invest in the future of academia and reward academic excellence, while easing both the financial burden of study for students and the inequities experienced by academic women in the workplace
Open
Chilean Bicentennial Fund Scholarships
Chilean students who wish to undertake a postgraduate degree in Australia are eligible to apply for a scholarship under the Chilean Bicentennial Fund.
Open
China - China Scholarship Council
Open
Doctoral Fellowships - Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (Government of Canada)
Open
Early childhood scholarships (Victorian Government) and incentives program
Financial support in the form of scholarships and employment incentives are available for people looking for a rewarding career in the early childhood sector.
Open
Free Nursing and Midwifery study - 2023 Government scholarships
To help build a stronger workforce, from 2023 the Victorian Department of Health is offering scholarships and support to train and upskill the next generation of nurses and midwives.
Open
Freemasons Foundation Victoria Scholarships for Tertiary and Secondary students
Freemasons Foundation Victoria is committed to supporting the youth of Victoria. A major initiative is our annual Scholarships for Tertiary and Secondary students. Each year the Foundation distributes over $400,000 in Scholarships, Awards and
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Fulbright Postgraduate, Postdoctoral, Senior or Distinguished Chair Scholarship Opportunities
Open
Graduate Women Victoria Scholarship Program 2024
Graduate Women Victoria offers an annual program of scholarships and bursaries for women and non-binary/gender-diverse students enrolled in universities in Victoria.
Open
Hong Kong - Scholarship of Excellence
Open
John Monash Scholarship
The John Monash Scholarships are awarded annually to outstanding Australian graduates to support them with postgraduate study at the world’s best universities.
Open
Melbourne Legacy Education Grant
Melbourne Legacy is offering an education grant opportunity for veterans and families of veterans looking to study. As part of this grant, families could be eligible for up to $3,000.
Open
North Removals Scholarship
As a leading Melbourne-based moving company, our dedication goes beyond providing relocation services. We offer a $3,000 scholarship to help alleviate some of the challenges associated with student relocation.
Open
Royal Flying Doctor Service - Give Them Wings Scholarship Program
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Victoria supports students from regional and rural Victoria who are studying Nursing or an Allied health discipline through the Give Them Wings scholarship program. The scholarships are valued at $6000.
Open
TALENTIA Fellowship Program
Andalusian government postgraduate scholarships for students from Andalusia to study abroad at selected institutions.
Open
Teachers of STEM Initiative Scholarship for Indigenous students
The Stronger Smarter Institute’s Teachers of Stem Initiative(ToSI) is a scholarship that is focussed on supporting graduate students as well as current teachers who are looking to expand their qualifications to include STEM subjects.
Open
Tertiary Access Payment (TAP)
Did you finish Year 12 in 2021 and considering a move from regional or remote Australia to continue your studies? You might be eligible for a payment starting from $3,000 up to $5,000 from the Tertiary Access Payment (TAP).
Open
Vietnam - MOET-VIED Scholarships
Open
Western Chances Scholarship Program
This scholarship is open to VET or HEd students facing financial hardship and located in the Victorian local government areas of Brimbank, Hobsons Bay, Maribyrnong, Melton, Moonee Valley or Wyndham.
Open
Australian Seniors Aged Care Futures Grant
This grant aims to encourage and support students enrolled full-time in a discipline which leads to a career in aged care, eg Nursing or Disability care. The grant is valued at $5,000.
Closed
Bill Borthwick Student Scholarships 2024
VEAC has established  annual scholarships for Honours, Masters or PhD tertiary students to assist in the costs of research relating to public land in Victoria, including terrestrial, freshwater and marine environments.
Closed
Centre for Social Impact - 2024 Scholarships
Each year, the Centre for Social Impact awards various scholarships to students studying Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Master of Social Impact courses in 2024.
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Education Endowment Fund (EEF) Scholarships 2023 - AusIMM
AusIMM is the peak body for people working in the resources sector. AusIMM's undergraduate scholarships are valued at over $20,000 each in their first year of offer. Postgraduate scholarships are also offered.&l
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Elevate: Boosting Women in STEM Scholarship Program
Applications for the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences & Engineering’s (ATSE) Elevate: Boosting women in STEM scholarships commencing in 2024 are open - applications close 5:00pm (AEST) on 31 August 2023.
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Elevate: Boosting Women in STEM Scholarships
Elevate: Boosting Women in STEM scholarship applications for undergraduate and postgraduate study at an Australian university are open until 30 September 2022.
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Innovative Manufacturing CRC (IMCRC) Scholarship
To catalyse the use of Additive Manufacturing or 3D printing in manufacturing, this scholarship is designed to encourage the next generation of manufacturers to engage with industry partners in an additive manufacturing research project.
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National Library of Australia Scholarships
The National Library of Australia Summer Scholarships program (formerly known as the Summer Scholarships) supports PhD students who require access to the Library’s collections to assist their postgraduate research.
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New Colombo Plan Scholarship
The New Colombo Plan Scholarship is an Australian Government program that supports Australian undergraduate students to undertake a semester of study, internship or mentorship in participating Indo-Pacific locations.
Closed
Pakistan - The Higher Education Commission (HEC) Scholarship
For international future research students from Pakistan.
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PCL Lawyers Legal Scholarship 2023
PCL Lawyers (Melbourne-based) are offering a law student in their penultimate or final year, a grant of $6,000 to assist them through the final stage of their degree.
Closed
Quad Scholarship
The Quad Fellowship is a scholarship program designed to build ties among the next generation of scientists and technologists across the Quad partner nations: Australia, India, Japan, and the United States. Value is $50,000USD
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Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarships
The Ramsay Centre for Western Civilisation is offering Postgraduate Scholarships to high-achieving students with leadership qualities who intend to complete a graduate program overseas. Applications close 31 March 202
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Rhodes Scholarships for Australia
The Rhodes Scholarship is a fully funded, full time, postgraduate award which enables students from around the world to study at the University of Oxford. Opens 1 July 2023.
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Stantec Equity & Diversity Scholarships
Stantec offers a range of scholarships aimed at students studying in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths. 
Closed
Swinburne University of Technology – Malaysian Australian Alumni Council (MAAC) Scholarship
The Malaysia Australia Colombo Plan Commemoration (MACC) Scholarships provide Malaysian students the opportunity to experience diverse cultures through sponsored education.
Closed
Visaenvoy Scholarship Program
This $5,000 scholarship is open to students studying undergraduate or postgraduate Law related courses at an Australian educational institution.The scholarship is merit-based and offered to students with outstanding academic records.
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