Australia Awards Scholarships (Bangladesh)
- Funding
- Fully funded
- Value
- Full tuition + living expenses + return airfare + establishment allowance + OSHC
- IELTS
- Required
- Min CGPA
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An Australian Government scholarship for working professionals in Bangladesh to do a master degree (coursework or research) in Australia.
Covers: Full tuition + living expenses + return airfare + establishment allowance + OSHC · Deadline: To be announced · Last updated:
Who can apply
Bangladeshi citizen living in and applying from Bangladesh. At least 18 years old. You must work in one target group: A) Government cadre officials, Bangladesh Bank or judicial service; B) NGOs and development organisations; C) private sector or entrepreneurs; D) research, universities, media or culture. IELTS Academic 6.5 with no band below 6.0 (or TOEFL/PTE), valid on 1 January 2027. People with disability and some other groups may apply with IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5). A bachelor degree at least equal to an Australian bachelor. Not married or engaged to an Australian or New Zealand citizen or PR. Not serving military.
Benefits
Full tuition. Return economy airfare. Establishment allowance. Fortnightly Contribution to Living Expenses. Introductory Academic Program. Overseas Student Health Cover. Pre-course English if needed. You must leave Australia for at least two years after the award.
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How to apply
1) Check you fit a target group. 2) Take IELTS, TOEFL or PTE before you apply. 3) Apply online through OASIS (oasis.dfat.gov.au) and upload notarised documents. 4) Shortlisted applicants go through the selection process.
Deadline
The 2027 intake round ran from 1 February to 30 April 2026 and is closed. The next round: Not yet confirmed. Waiting for the official announcement.
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Who can apply?
Bangladeshi citizen living in and applying from Bangladesh. At least 18 years old. You must work in one target group: A) Government cadre officials, Bangladesh Bank or judicial service; B) NGOs and development organisations; C) private sector or entrepreneurs; D) research, universities, media or culture. IELTS Academic 6.5 with no band below 6.0 (or TOEFL/PTE), valid on 1 January 2027. People with disability and some other groups may apply with IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5). A bachelor degree at least equal to an Australian bachelor. Not married or engaged to an Australian or New Zealand citizen or PR. Not serving military.
What does the scholarship cover?
Full tuition. Return economy airfare. Establishment allowance. Fortnightly Contribution to Living Expenses. Introductory Academic Program. Overseas Student Health Cover. Pre-course English if needed. You must leave Australia for at least two years after the award.
What is the deadline?
The 2027 intake round ran from 1 February to 30 April 2026 and is closed. The next round: Not yet confirmed. Waiting for the official announcement.
How do I apply?
1) Check you fit a target group. 2) Take IELTS, TOEFL or PTE before you apply. 3) Apply online through OASIS (oasis.dfat.gov.au) and upload notarised documents. 4) Shortlisted applicants go through the selection process.
Is IELTS required?
Yes, proof of English is normally required. See eligibility for details.
Official source: https://www.dfat.gov.au/people-to-people/australia-awards/australia-awards-scholarships · Last updated: 2026-11-02