The Global Excellence Scholarship University of Western Australia is a prestigious scholarship that is awarded to high-achieving undergraduate and postgraduate students from selected countries applying for specific courses at the University of Western Australia.
Host Country | Australia |
Host Institute | University of Western Australia |
Scholarship Value | up to $48,000 (depending upon the Discipline selected) |
Scholarship Duration | 2-4 years depending upon the Discipline selected |
Course Level | Undergraduate and postgraduate (Masters, MPhil, PhD) |
Eligible Discipline | All |
Opening Date | 23/12/2024 |
Closing Date | 01/03/2025 |
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The University of Western Australia (UWA)
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a public research university in the Australian state of Western Australia. The university’s main campus is in Perth with a secondary campus in Albany. Perth is also one of Australia’s most affordable cities. As an international student at UWA, you will be supported by our Student Services team, who can offer a range of services to help you feel more comfortable in your new environment.
Located on the Swan River and just minutes from downtown Perth, the University of Western Australia (UWA) is often described as one of Australia’s most picturesque campuses. It is the sixth oldest university in Australia and was the only university in Western Australia until Murdoch University was established in 1973. Due to its age and reputation, UWA is classified as one of the “sandstone universities”, an informal designation for the oldest university in the state.
Benefits of Global Excellence Scholarship University of Western Australia
Undergraduate students can earn scholarships of up to AUD$48,000 over 4 years on eligible programs or AUD$36,000 over 3 years, and postgraduate students can get up to AUD$24,000 over two years on suitable courses if they wish to study in Australia in 2024.
While the majority of these degrees take longer than four years (based on eight semesters of full-time study), the bachelor of engineering with honors and bachelor of commerce, as well as the bachelor of engineering with honors and bachelor of science, take longer than five years (based on ten semesters of full-time study). As a result, eligible students will receive up to $60,000* over five years (yearly eligible amounts based on WAM).
General Eligibility for Global Excellence Scholarship University of Western Australia:
Students from all countries can apply for the Global Excellence Scholarship University of Western Australia.
To apply for the Global Excellence Scholarship, the candidates should:
- have been offered an undergraduate or postgraduate course at The University of Western Australia.
- have achieved the equivalent of:
- a minimum ATAR of 85.00; or
- minimum 65.00 WAM
- Students must achieve a WAM equivalent of more than 75.00 if studying on an approved international academic pathway (articulation program)
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Bachelor’s Eligibility
To be considered for the Global Excellence Scholarship, a candidate must be applying for an eligible undergraduate degree or Assured Pathway course. The following exceptions apply:
- A guaranteed path to medicine
- Guaranteed trip to the pharmacy
- A guaranteed way to dentistry
Note:- The combined courses: Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) and Bachelor of Commerce; and Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) and Bachelor of Science; are over 5 years (based on 10 semesters of full-time study) and as such eligible students will receive up to $60,000* over 5 years (annual eligible amounts based on WAM).
Postgraduate Eligibility
To be eligible for the scholarship, a candidate must be applying for an eligible postgraduate degree (by course). The following exceptions apply:
- Juris Doctor (20820)
- Doctor of Medicine (91850)
- Doctor of Dental Medicine (91860)
- Doctor of Optometry (91590)
- UWA Micro-credentials
Deadline
The deadline to apply for the Global Excellence Scholarship University of Western Australia varies. For most of the disciplines, the closing date is 01 March 2025.
You can also check for other Scholarships as well:
Fully Funded Chevening Scholarship UK.
Scholarship at Yale University.
How to Apply for the Global Excellence Scholarship University of Western Australia?
The scholarship is automatically awarded to those who are eligible based on the ATAR / WAM requirements. Click the link given below and start your application.
For more details and criteria, and to Apply visit the official website.
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