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Australia Awards Scholarships - PhD & Masters (Indonesia)

Fully FundedMaster'sPhD24–48 monthsClosed · next cycle ~Jan 2027

Prestigious fully funded scholarship offered by the Australian Government to Indonesian citizens for postgraduate study (Masters or PhD) at Australian universities, with comprehensive support including pre-departure training, living expenses, and professional development.

Quick info

Application status

Closed · next cycle ~Jan 2027
Australia
Master's, PhD
24–48 months
Infrastructure (transport, water, energy), Agriculture, Fisheries & Forestry, Education
Open to: Indonesia
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What you get

  • Pre-Departure Training (including English for Academic Purposes) in Indonesia
  • Domestic return airfare to Pre-Departure Training centre
  • In-Indonesia stipend during Pre-Departure Training
  • Medical examination and x-ray costs for student visa
  • DFAT Student Visa and Student Dependant Visa
  • Outward economy airfare (Indonesia to Australia)
  • Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
  • Establishment allowance upon arrival in Australia
  • Fortnightly contribution to living expenses (CLE)
  • Introductory Academic Program (IAP) 4–6 weeks
  • Full tuition fees (Masters or PhD)
  • Supplementary academic support if needed
  • Fieldwork allowance (for research components)
  • Annual reunion airfare (after first year, excludes final year)
  • Homeward economy airfare on completion
  • Professional development and networking activities

Requirements

First degree: Required
Professional experience: Required
Country restriction: Indonesia

Detailed requirements

  • - Indonesian citizen
  • - Not currently studying outside Indonesia or living outside Indonesia
  • - Not holding a permanent residency of Australia or any other country
  • - Meet the academic and English language requirements of the intended Australian university
  • - Demonstrate potential to contribute to Indonesia's development
  • - Apply for a field of study relevant to Indonesia's development priorities
  • - Commit to returning to Indonesia after completing study
  • - Priority given to applicants from equity target groups: people with disability, women from disadvantaged backgrounds, applicants from equity target provinces

Who can apply

Indonesian citizens with strong academic and professional backgrounds who demonstrate leadership potential and commitment to contributing to Indonesia's development.

Fields of study

Infrastructure (transport, water, energy)Agriculture, Fisheries & ForestryEducationHealthGovernance & Rule of LawEconomic PolicyEnvironment & Climate ChangeGender Equality, Disability & Social Inclusion (GEDSI)

Application window

Closed · next cycle ~Jan 2027

Dates are based on data sourced from official providers (2025–2026 cycle). Deadlines may shift between intake years. Always verify on the official website before applying.

Important dates

Application opening: early 2026
Application closing: 30 April 2026 at 11.00 WIB
Long-listing: May–July 2026
Interviews: August–September 2026
Final results: October 2026
Pre-Departure Training in Indonesia: early 2027
Commencement of study in Australia: 2027

How to apply

  1. 1Apply online at australiaawardsindonesia.org/id/2027Intake
  2. 2Upload all required supporting documents in the Cognito application form
  3. 3Submit before 30 April 2026 at 11.00 WIB
  4. 4Long-listing based on documents
  5. 5Attend interview if shortlisted (August–September)
  6. 6Receive results in October
  7. 7Attend Pre-Departure Training in Indonesia if successful