Introducing the Global Excellence Scholarship
Apply nowThe University of Western Australia is offering scholarships to high-achieving students across the globe who study with us.
This significant scholarship will be awarded to high-achieving undergraduate and postgraduate students, from selected countries, who apply for particular courses at the University.
If you’re looking to study in Australia in 2022, undergraduate students can receive scholarships of up to AUD$48,000 over 4 years on eligible courses or AUD$36,000 over 3 years; postgraduate students can receive up to AUD$24,000 over two years on eligible courses.
If you’re looking to study at UWA in Semester 2, 2021, please see ‘Award details’ section below.
Up to AUD$48,000 over four years for undergraduates commencing eligible courses in 2022.
Up to AUD$36,000 over three years for undergraduates commencing eligible courses in 2022.
Up to AUD$24,000 over two years for postgraduates commencing eligible courses in 2022.
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Located by the Swan River and only minutes from Perth’s city centre, The University of Western Australia (UWA) is often described as one of Australia’s most picturesque campuses. Our city offers an inspiring study environment, with sunny weather, a relaxed outdoor lifestyle and beautiful natural scenery.
Perth is also one of Australia’s most affordable cities. As an international student at UWA, you’ll be supported by our Student Services team which can offer you a range of services so you feel more comfortable in a new environment.
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Award details
The Scholarship is an annual tuition fee discount for the normal full-time duration of the awardee’s course as specified in their letter of offer. The value of the Scholarship is determined by the applicant’s equivalent Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) or UWA weighted average mark (WAM).
This significant scholarship will be awarded to high-achieving undergraduate and postgraduate students, from selected countries, who apply for particular courses at the University.
Undergraduate
| undergraduate score | scholarship value per year1 | total scholarship value over 3 years2 | total scholarship value over 4 years3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ATAR 98.00 | AUD$15,000 | Up to AUD $45,000 | Up to AUD $60,000 |
| ATAR 95.00 – 97.99 | AUD$10,000 | Up to AUD $30,000 | Up to AUD $40,000 |
| ATAR 90.00 – 94.95 | AUD$8,000 | Up to AUD $24,000 | Up to AUD $32,000 |
| ATAR 85.00 – 89.95 | AUD$5,000 | Up to AUD $15,000 | Up to AUD $20,000 |
1Based on two semesters of full-time study.
2Based on six semesters of full-time study.
3Based on eight semesters of full-time study, when enrolled in an eligible undergraduate degree which runs over 4 years (Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours), Bachelor of Advanced Computer Science (Honours), any Combined Bachelor’s and Master’s).
Postgraduate
| Postgraduate Score | scholarship value per year1 | total scholarship value2 |
|---|---|---|
| WAM 85+ | AUD$15,000 | Up to AUD$30,000 |
| WAM 80.00 – 84.99 |
AUD$10,000 |
Up to AUD$20,000 |
| WAM 75.00 – 79.99 | AUD$8,000 | Up to AUD$16,000 |
| WAM 70.00 – 74.99 | AUD$5,000 | Up to AUD$10,000 |
1Based on two semesters of full-time study.
2Based on four semesters of full-time study.
Undergraduate
| undergraduate score | scholarship value per year1 | total scholarship value over 3 years2 | total scholarship value over 4 years3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ATAR 99.80 | AUD$12,000 | Up to AUD $36,000 | Up to AUD $48,000 |
| ATAR 98.00 – 99.75 | AUD$9,000 | Up to AUD $27,000 | Up to AUD $36,000 |
| ATAR 93.00 – 97.95 | AUD$7,000 | Up to AUD $21,000 | Up to AUD $28,000 |
| ATAR 88.00 – 92.95 | AUD$5,000 | Up to AUD $15,000 | Up to AUD $20,000 |
1Based on two semesters of full-time study.
2Based on six semesters of full-time study.
3Based on eight semesters of full-time study, when enrolled in an eligible undergraduate degree which runs over 4 years (Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours), Bachelor of Advanced Computer Science (Honours), any Combined Bachelor’s and Master’s).
Postgraduate
| Postgraduate Score | scholarship value per year1 | total scholarship value2 |
|---|---|---|
| WAM 85+ | AUD$12,000 | Up to AUD$24,000 |
| WAM 80.00 – 84.99 |
AUD$9,000 |
Up to AUD$18,000 |
| WAM 75.00 – 79.99 | AUD$7,000 | Up to AUD$14,000 |
| WAM 70.00 – 74.99 | AUD$5,000 | Up to AUD$10,000 |
1Based on two semesters of full-time study.
2Based on four semesters of full-time study.
International qualification conversion
- 2021 International qualification conversion tables for selected countries are available here: GES ATAR conversion Table [March 2020].
- 2022 International qualification conversion tables for selected countries will be made available by March 2021.
- Additional international qualification conversions are available here: International and overseas qualifications
- Other programs or qualifications will be considered on an individual basis. Contact international@uwa.edu.au for further information.
Eligibility
General eligibility
You will need to:
- be a citizen of one of the countries in this list.
- have received an offer for an undergraduate or postgraduate course at The University of Western Australia.
- have achieved an equivalent:
- ATAR of 88.00 – 98.00+; or
- WAM of 70.00 – 85.00+
Read the full terms and conditions for students commencing in 2020 or 2021.
Read the full terms and conditions for students commencing in 2022.
Undergraduate eligibility
To be eligible to be considered for the scholarship, a candidate must be applying for an eligible undergraduate bachelor degree or Assured Pathway course. The following exclusions apply:
- Assured Pathway to Medicine
- Assured Pathway to Pharmacy
- Assured Pathway to Dental Medicine
Postgraduate eligibility
To be eligible to be considered for the scholarship, a candidate must be applying for an eligible postgraduate degree (by coursework). The following exclusions apply:
- Doctor of Philosophy and Master of Clinical Neuropsychology (01890)
- Graduate Certificate in Fieldwork Practice (12270)
- Juris Doctor (20820)
- Master of Pharmacy (51500)
- Graduate Diploma in Clinical Psychology (53370)
- Doctor of Philosophy and Master of Clinical Psychology (54570)
- Doctor of Philosophy and Master of Industrial and Organisational Psychology (54580)
- Graduate Certificate in Autism Diagnosis (70230)
- Graduate Certificate in the Diagnosis and Assessment of Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) (73260)
- Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology (73520)
- Master of Clinical Audiology (90540)
- Doctor of Podiatric Surgery (90830)
- Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (90870)
- Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (90840)
- Doctor of Medicine (90850)
- Doctor of Dental Medicine (90860)
- Doctor of Optometry (91590)
- UWA Micro-credentials
Combined Bachelor’s and Master’s eligibility
The following Combined Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees are considered eligible. The scholarship incorporates both the undergraduate and postgraduate components.
- Bachelor of Science and Master of Biological Science (CM010)
- Bachelor of Science and Master of Geoscience (CM009)
- Bachelor of Science and Master of Environmental Science (CM008)
- Bachelor of Science and Master of Biotechnology (CM007)
- Bachelor of Science and Master of Biological Science (CM005)
- Bachelor of Science and Master of Biomedical Science (CM004)
- Combined Bachelors-Masters Double Award Package in Economics (CM002)
Eligible regions
- Africa
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- Botswana
- Kenya
- Mauritius
- South Africa
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
- Europe
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- Belgium
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Croatia
- Denmark
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Hungary
- Italy
- Kosovo
- Lithuania
- Monaco
- Montenegro
- Netherlands
- North Macedonia
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Russian Federation
- Serbia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- United Kingdom
- North America
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- Canada
- United States of America
- North Asia
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- China
- Hong Kong SAR
- Japan
- Macau SAR
- Mongolia
- South Korea
- Taiwan
- Latin America
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- Argentina
- Belize
- Bolivia
- Brazil
- Chile
- Colombia
- Costa Rica
- Ecuador
- El Salvador
- French Guiana (département of France)
- Guatemala
- Guyana
- Honduras
- Mexico
- Nicaragua
- Panama
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Suriname
- Uruguay
- Venezuela
- South Asia
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- Bangladesh
- Bhutan
- India
- Maldives
- Nepal
- Sri Lanka
- South East Asia
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- Brunei
- Cambodia
- Indonesia
- Malaysia
- Myanmar
- Philippines
- Singapore
- Thailand
- Vietnam
How to apply
The scholarship is automatically awarded to those who are eligible based on ATAR/WAM requirements.
Contact us
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Phone
Speak to a Future Students Adviser from 8.30am to 5.00pm (Western Standard Time)
+61 8 6488 1000