Applications are open for the University of Western Australia International Student Award 2027, a tuition-fee reduction for eligible international students starting an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree at The University of Western Australia (UWA) in Perth, Australia.
UWA is a leading Australian research university. The award gives students from selected countries a 10% reduction in tuition fees for the normal duration of their course. It is not a fully funded scholarship and it does not cover living costs. It is also limited to citizens of specific countries, so check the eligibility list below before you apply.
SUMMARY:
- Scholarship Sponsor(s): The University of Western Australia
- Host Institution(s): The University of Western Australia, Perth, Australia
- Scholarship Type: Tuition Fee Reduction
- Number of Awards: Not specified
- Study Level: Undergraduate and Postgraduate
- Nationality: International Students
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UWA International Student Award 2027 | DETAILS
The International Student Award helps UWA build a diverse student community by encouraging students from selected countries to study there. It is primarily an eligibility-based award, so it does not use a competitive academic-merit ranking.
Key points:
- It applies to eligible undergraduate and postgraduate coursework programmes published in the UWA Handbook.
- It is not available for Higher Degree by Research programmes (research master’s and PhD), which have separate UWA scholarships.
- It cannot be held together with another UWA tuition-fee reduction or academic scholarship. If you qualify for both this award and another UWA fee reduction, such as the Global Excellence Scholarship, you receive the one of higher value.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the award, applicants must:
- Be a citizen of an eligible country.
- Apply to UWA as an international student on an Australian student visa (or another visa with study rights).
- Apply for an eligible undergraduate or postgraduate coursework programme listed in the UWA Handbook.
- Study a full-time course load.
- Meet UWA’s admission requirements, including English-language requirements.
Eligible countries: UWA’s published lists vary slightly between pages and cycles. The current detailed list includes Argentina, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Malaysia, Maldives, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Uruguay, Venezuela and Vietnam.
Scholarship Benefits
- A 10% reduction in UWA tuition fees for the normal full-time duration of an eligible course, not just the first year.
- No separate scholarship application. UWA’s admissions team assesses eligibility automatically, and eligible students see the award in their offer letter.
What it does not cover: accommodation, food and living costs, Overseas Student Health Cover, visa fees, airfare, books and local transport. Plan your budget accordingly, because the award is a partial tuition discount only.
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Application Procedures
How to Apply: There is generally no separate scholarship form. Interested applicants should:
- Choose an eligible undergraduate or postgraduate coursework programme in the UWA Handbook.
- Check the academic and English-language requirements for that course.
- Confirm that your citizenship appears on the current International Student Award country list.
- Prepare your admission documents.
- Apply to UWA as an international student for full-time study.
- Submit your application before the relevant closing date.
- Check your offer letter, which will show the award if you are eligible.
Application Documents
The documents depend on your chosen course, but typically include:
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates
- English-language proficiency evidence (where required)
- Passport or citizenship evidence
- CV or résumé (where required)
- Personal statement or other course-specific documents
Make sure your citizenship details are accurate, since eligibility depends on them.
Application Deadline: December 22, 2026
