Australia Awards Scholarship Program in Nauru

Australia Awards scholarships are prestigious international awards offered by the Australian Government to the nextgeneration of global leaders in developing countries. Through study and research, recipients develop the skills and knowledge to drive change and help build enduring people-to-people links with Australia.

Applicants are assessed on their professional and personal qualities, academic competence and, most importantly, their potential to impact on development challenges in eligible countries. Applications are strongly encouraged from women, people with disability and other marginalised groups.

Focus Areas

• The priority areas of study for eligible Nauruans are:
  • Aviation Management
  • Education
  • Health (including Veterinary Science)
  • Engineering
  • Policy and Governance
  • Business and Finance
  • Environment and Fisheries Management
  • Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

Benefits

• Australia Awards scholarships are offered for the minimum period necessary for the individual to complete the academic program specified by the Australian education institution, including any preparatory training.
• Scholarship recipients will receive the following:
  • return air travel
  • a one-off establishment allowance on arrival
  • full tuition fees
  • contribution to living expenses
  • introductory academic program
  • overseas student health cover for the duration of the scholarship
  • supplementary academic support
  • fieldwork allowance for research students and masters by coursework which has a compulsory fieldwork component.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates from Nauru must also meet the following conditions:
  • For Diploma level study, scholarship awardees:
    • Must have completed QCE (including TVET subjects) or any other Australian State or Territory Year 12 qualification or successfully completed Fiji Year 12 Certificate Examination with a minimum aggregate of 200 out of 400 or its equivalent (including English plus best three subjects) or have completed Certificate III and Certificate IV in relevant areas.
    • Must not hold an equivalent TVET qualification.
  • For Bachelor level study, scholarship awardees:
    • Must have successfully completed QCE or any other Australian State Year 12 qualification or successfully completed Fiji Year 12 Certificate Examination with a minimum aggregate of 200 out of 400 or its equivalent (including English plus best three subjects).
    • Must not hold or have substantially completed an equivalent or higher qualification at the time of application.
  • For Master’s level study, scholarship awardees:
    • Must have already obtained a first degree related to the proposed area of study.
    • Have at least two years of relevant work experience.
    • Must not hold or have substantially completed a Master’s degree at the time of application.
  • Applicants must take note of the following:
    • Applicants who do not hold an Australian State Territory Year 12 or Fiji Year 12 certificate but posess an equivalent qualification or relevant work experience are eligible to apply.
    • Must not be under any bond arrangements at the time of commencement of an award. This only applies to applicants who have previously completed study under an Australia Awards scholarship.
    • Must have accrued a minimum of 12 months residency in Nauru before accepting scholarship.

Selection Criteria

• The selection process includes an interview. Applicants will be assessed against the following criteria:
  • Academic competence
  • Potential outcome, specifically the contribution to development outcomes in Nauru
  • Professional and personal leadership attributes including relevant work experience.

For more information, visit Australian Government.