Introducing the Global Excellence Scholarship

The University of Western Australia is offering the Global Excellence Scholarship to high-achieving international students from across the globe who choose to study with us.

If you’re looking to start studying in 2026, you could receive scholarships of up to AUD$48,000* over four years on eligible undergraduate courses or up to AUD$24,000* over two years on eligible postgraduate courses.

$48000 $48 k

Up to AUD$48,000* over four years for undergraduates commencing eligible courses in 2026.

$36000 $36 k

Up to AUD$36,000* over three years for undergraduates commencing eligible courses in 2026.

$24000 $24 k

Up to AUD$24,000* over two years for postgraduates commencing eligible courses in 2026.

*The final Global Excellence Award will be assessed by Admissions on the submission of academic transcript. To determine your eligibility, please refer to the ATAR/WAM table.

Award details

The Global Excellence 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).

Undergraduate

2026 scholarship value based on undergraduate score
ATAR 98.00+

Scholarship value per year1

AUD $12,000

Scholarship value over 3 years2

Up to AUD $36,000

Scholarship value over 4 years3

Up to AUD $48,000


 

 

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).

ATAR 90.00 - 97.95

Scholarship value per year1

AUD $10,000

Scholarship value over 3 years2

Up to AUD $30,000

Scholarship value over 4 years3

Up to AUD $40,000


 

 

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).

ATAR 85.00 - 89.95

Scholarship value per year1

AUD $6,000

Scholarship value over 3 years2

Up to AUD $18,000

Scholarship value over 4 years3

Up to AUD $24,000


 

 

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

2026 scholarship value based on postgraduate score
WAM 85.00+

Scholarship value per year1

AUD $12,000

Total scholarship value2

Up to AUD $24,000


 

 

1Based on two semesters of full-time study.
2Based on four semesters of full-time study.

WAM 75.00 - 84.99

Scholarship value per year1

AUD $10,000

Total scholarship value2

Up to AUD $20,000


 

 

1Based on two semesters of full-time study.
2Based on four semesters of full-time study.

WAM 65.00 - 74.99

Scholarship value per year1

AUD $6,000

Total scholarship value2

Up to AUD $12,000


 

 

1Based on two semesters of full-time study.
2Based on four semesters of full-time study.

International qualification conversion

Eligibility

General eligibility

Students from all countries are eligible. You will need to:

  • have received an offer for an eligible undergraduate or postgraduate course for 2026 at The University of Western Australia
  • have achieved an equivalent:
    • minimum ATAR 85.00; or
    • minimum WAM 65.00
    • If studying an approved International Academic Pathway (Articulation Program), students must have achieved a WAM equivalent of more than 75.00

Full terms and conditions [PDF 201KB]

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 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:

  • Juris Doctor (20820)
  • Doctor of Medicine (91850)
  • Doctor of Dental Medicine (91860)
  • Doctor of Optometry (91590)
  • UWA Micro-credentials

Combined Bachelor’s and Combined Bachelors & Master’s (CBM) eligibility

All Combined Bachelor’s and Combined Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees are considered eligible.

Whilst most of these degrees are over four years (based on 8 semesters of full time study), the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor of Commerce; and Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor of Science; are over five years (based on 10 semesters of full time study) and as such, eligible students will receive up to $60,000* over five years (yearly eligible amounts based on WAM).

How to apply

The scholarship is automatically awarded to those who are eligible based on ATAR/WAM requirements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Global Excellence Scholarship?
Separate scholarship application is not required. Please submit an application to your chosen course. Our Admissions team will automatically assess your eligibility for a Global Excellence Scholarship once you provide your final transcripts.
How do I find out if my current qualifications satisfy the requirements for this scholarship?
The Global Excellence Scholarship will be assessed by UWA Admissions upon submission of your final academic transcript. The value of the Scholarship is determined by your equivalent Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) or UWA weighted average mark (WAM). To determine your eligibility, please refer to the above “International Qualification Conversion” section. Additional international qualification conversions are available here: International and overseas qualifications.
What is the next step if I've been successful in obtaining this scholarship?

The scholarship will be automatically deducted from your tuition fees each semester (twice annually). For example, if you receive a $10,000 p.a. Scholarship, $5,000 will be deducted from your tuition fee each semester.

Do I need to maintain a certain grade to keep this scholarship?

Yes, you are required to meet certain criteria to keep this scholarship. Please refer to the Full terms and conditions [PDF] clause 13 “Criteria for Continuation” for details.

I have not received my final transcripts yet – am I still eligible to be considered for the Global Excellence Scholarship?

Upon receiving your application to study at UWA, our Admissions team assesses your eligibility for your chosen degree – this can be based on your predicted/incomplete results. However, eligibility for the Global Excellence Scholarship can only be assessed once we receive your final transcripts. If we have not received your final transcripts, Admissions may issue a conditional offer letter without a Scholarship attached.

After you submit your final transcripts, Admissions will take one of the following actions:

  • If you have not accepted your conditional offer and your final transcripts meet the Scholarship criteria, Admissions will send you a new offer that includes the Scholarship.
  • If you have accepted your conditional offer (and made the initial payment) and your final transcripts meet the Scholarship criteria, Admissions will provide you with a Scholarship contract to sign. The Scholarship amount for that semester will then be credited to your student account.
Am I eligible for the Global Excellence Scholarship if I’m successful for another UWA funded scholarship?

The Global Excellence Scholarship may not be held concurrently with any other UWA issued tuition fee reduction, academic scholarship or award.

Students who have not yet provided their final transcripts and are awarded the International Student Award will be assessed for Global Excellence Scholarship upon submission of final academic transcripts. Admissions will award the scholarship with the highest value that the student is eligible for.

I have received the Global Excellence Scholarship for 2026. If I defer my offer to commence for 2027 intake, will I still receive the scholarship?

The scholarship offerings at UWA are reviewed annually. Therefore, if you decide to defer your offer, there is no assurance that you will receive the same scholarship in future years. We do aim to offer similar scholarships in the future – we recommend checking back with us closer to your deferred start date for further details.

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