Malaysia
Applying for an Australia for ASEAN scholarship
Australia for ASEAN scholarships in Malaysia
At the ASEAN-Australia Special Summit held in March 2024, Australia’s Prime Minister announced 75 Australia for ASEAN
Scholarships to support emerging ASEAN leaders to study in Australia and advance the ASEAN Outlook on the Indo-Pacific
(AOIP).
Australia for ASEAN scholarships are prestigious international awards offered by the Australian Government to the next
generation of leaders from ASEAN member states. Through study and research, recipients develop the skills and knowledge
to drive change and help build enduring people-to-people links with Australia.
The Australian Government and Australia’s world class university sector are jointly contributing to these scholarships,
demonstrating Australia’s whole-of-nation commitment to the region. The following universities are partnering with this
program:
• Australian National University
• Bond University
• Deakin University
• Griffith University
• Monash University
• Queensland University of Technology
• RMIT University
• Swinburne University of Technology
• University of Adelaide
• University of Melbourne
• University of New South Wales
• University of Queensland
• University of Southern Queensland
• University of Tasmania.
Australia for ASEAN scholars will also participate in an ASEAN Emerging Leaders Program, which will provide a range of
learning, networking and development opportunities.
Applications are strongly encouraged from women, people with disability and marginalised groups.
Applicants are assessed on their professional and personal qualities, academic competence and their potential to impact on
one of the four priority areas of cooperation: maritime, connectivity, economic, and sustainable development cooperation.
Australia Awards scholarships information for study commencing in 2025
Priority fields of study
The priority areas of study are:
• Maritime
• Connectivity
• Economic
• Sustainable Development Cooperation
Detailed information on priority areas of study can be found at: https://asean.org/speechandstatement/asean-outlook-
on-the-indo-pacific/
Level of study
Australia for ASEAN scholarships provide an opportunity to obtain a Master by research or Master by coursework
qualification at an Australian tertiary institution. Students wishing to undertake a Masters by research degree are strongly
encouraged to apply.
Scholarships will be offered for commencement in 2025.
Australia for ASEAN Scholarship benefits
Australia for ASEAN 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
• a place in the ASEAN Emerging Leaders Program.
Eligibility criteria
Australia for ASEAN scholarship applicants must meet all eligibility requirements detailed in the Australia Awards
Scholarships Policy Handbook, available at: dfat.gov.au/about-us/publications/Pages/australia-awards-scholarships-
policy-handbook.aspx
Country-specific conditions
In addition to the eligibility requirements, candidates must also meet the following conditions:
• be a citizen of Malaysia
• already hold an undergraduate degree
• an English language proficiency of at least 6.5 in IELTS with no band less than 6.0 (or 575 in paper based TOEFL or
90 in internet based TOEFL or 61 in PTE Academic). The IELTS, TOEFL or PTE Academic result must be current
(obtained in the last 2 years from the application closing date, or a test result obtained between 30 April 2022 and 30
April 2024 will be considered current). No other English language test (including TOEFL prediction test) results will be
accepted.
IELTS testing result is not a requirement for applicants if:
• English was the language of instruction for your undergraduate degree, or
• you studied in Australia within the last two-years, or
• you completed over five years of study in one of the following English-speaking countries: Australia, UK, USA,
Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, or the Republic of Ireland
• answer all relevant questions on the application form.
Australia Awards scholarships information for study commencing in 2025
Application dates
For study commencing in Australia in 2025:
Opening date: 13 March 2024
Closing date: 15 May 2024 (11.59PM AEST)
Applications and/or supporting documents received after the closing date will not be considered.
The application process
Online applications
Apply online through Cognitoform https://www.australiaawardsindonesia.org/id/ASEAN.
Supporting documents
Applicants must submit all of the relevant supporting documents listed in the Australia Awards Scholarships Policy
Handbook.
Applicants must also provide the following documents to meet the specific requirements:
OASIS document type
Birth certificate
Proof of citizenship e.g. passport
Current Curriculum Vitae
All official degrees, certificates, diplomas and their transcripts*
Current (original) IELTS, or TOEFL, or PTE result (if applicable).
*Must be certified by: a notary; or the official records department of the institution that originally issued the document/s.
*If not in English, a certified translation
The selection process
• Applications will be shortlisted after eligibility checking.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
• The selection process includes an interview. Applicants will be assessed against the following criteria:
o academic competence
o potential outcome, specifically advancing the ASEAN Outlook on the Indo-Pacific
o professional and personal leadership attributes including relevant work experience
• Successful candidates will be notified in late 2024
• Awardee travel will be subject to meeting the requirements imposed by the Australian Government, as determined by
the Department of Home Affairs, Department of Education and by the relevant Australian State or Territory
governments.
Preparatory training
Successful applicants will be required to attend:
• course counselling
• pre-departure briefing
• university’s Introductory Academic Program
• other required preparatory study on arrival in Australia.
Australia Awards scholarships information for study commencing in 2025
Further information
Information about the Australia Awards can be found on the DFAT Website.
More general information about the Australia Awards, Australia’s aid program, and studying in Australia can be found at the
following links:
• dfat.gov.au/people-to-people/australia-awards/pages/australia-awards-scholarships
• studyinaustralia.gov.au
Information about visas and Australia Awards scholarship entitlements and conditions can be found in the Scholarships
Policy Handbook: dfat.gov.au/about-us/publications/Pages/australia-awards-scholarships-policy-handbook.aspx
Contacts
Please send any enquires to our team managing the Australia ASEAN Scholarships in Jakarta using the email subject
“Inquiry ASEAN Scholarship” to longtermawards@australiaawardsindonesia.org.
Australia Awards scholarships information for study commencing in 2025
