Victoria University (VU) is proud to support hundreds of international scholarship recipients and sponsored students.
We have a range of externally-funded and university-funded scholarships to support students. Our courses for international students include vocational education and training (VET) through to undergraduate and postgraduate coursework and higher degrees by research.
A scholarship provides financial assistance during your study. Some scholarships provide a stipend that covers tuition fees and living allowances, while others provide only partial funding.
If you already hold a scholarship, or if you are sponsored, remember to note it when you submit your international online application.
All scholarship applicants must meet VU's academic entry requirements, in addition to any eligibility requirements for their scholarship.
VU FUTURE LEADERS SCHOLARSHIP (INTERNATIONAL)
The VU Future Leaders Scholarship (International) supports new international students who plan to commence their higher education diploma, undergraduate or postgraduate (coursework) studies in 2021.
How to apply: Students will be required to confirm that they wish to be considered for the scholarship at the time they submit their application for admission into an eligible VU qualification. Scholarship eligibility can only be assessed after the applicant has met the course entry requirements.
Value (2021 commencement): 20% off the first two semesters’ tuition fee. Upon successful completion of two semesters, students will be assessed for an extension of the scholarship based on academic performance. This is valued at 10% off the tuition fee per semester for the remainder of their studies.
Eligibility (2021 commencement): All new students commencing a higher education diploma, undergraduate or postgraduate (coursework) course with VU Melbourne are eligible, including students commencing their studies by digitally-supported (DSR) learning from outside of Australia (please refer to terms and conditions below). VET courses are not eligible for this scholarship.
VU COVID-19 INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP
The VU COVID-19 International Scholarship recognises the challenges that COVID-19 is presenting to international students who wish to begin their undergraduate or postgraduate (coursework) studies in Semester 2, 2020 or Trimester 3, 2020.
How to apply: No application is required. Students are automatically assessed after submitting their application for an eligible qualification. If successful, the scholarship will be reflected in your final Letter of Offer.
Value (2020 commencement): Up to A$6000 for the first two study periods. Upon the successful completion of two semesters, students will be assessed for an extension of the scholarship based on academic performance. This is valued at $1500 per semester for the remainder of their studies. The total value of the scholarship is up to $15,000 for a four-year undergraduate degree.
Eligibility (2020 commencement): All students commencing an undergraduate or postgraduate (coursework) course with VU Melbourne in Semester 2, 2020 or Trimester 3, 2020 are eligible (please refer to terms and conditions below). Higher education diploma or VET students are not eligible for this scholarship.
* Disclaimer: VU COVID-19 International Scholarship information is accurate as of July 2020. Victoria University reserves the right to adjust eligibility requirements and conditions at any time. Scholarship eligibility can only be assessed after the applicant has met the course entry requirements. Qualification recognition and ranking is specified by the Australian Government’s Department for Education.
VU ALUMNI DISCOUNT
The VU Alumni Discount recognises the importance of our alumni community as lifelong learning partners and promote lasting relationships between the University and its former scholars. As such, we have introduced a 10% fee discount for VU alumni when they enrol in a new course.
Value: 10% fee discount
Eligibility applicants must be former students of Victoria University, and have successfully completed an award at AQF level 4 or above apply directly to VU and not via an education agent.
VU DIPLOMATIC SCHOLARSHIP
VU recognises the benefit of having members of the diplomatic community as its students.
Value: 10% tuition fee discount
Eligibility: Consular Corps and their immediate families on 995 visas who do not hold a higher qualification than the one applied for, and are not New Zealand citizens.
Study level: Various study levels
How to apply: No application is required, students will be automatically assessed after submitting their application for an eligible qualification.
AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT-FUNDED
AUSTRALIA AWARDS FELLOWSHIPS
Australia Awards fellowships are administered by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). These fellowships provide opportunities for fellows to undertake short-term study and professional development in Australia.
Study level: short-term study and professional development.
Eligibility: Australian organisations who are legal entities with an Australian Business Number (ABN) with links to overseas counterpart organisations in eligible developing countries may apply for an Australia Awards Fellowship.
Value: up to $25,000.
How to apply: refer to Australia Awards fellowships(external link) for further information about applications, deadlines and funding.
AUSTRALIA AWARDS SCHOLARSHIPS
Australia Awards scholarships are long-term development awards, offered by the Australian Government and administered by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). They aim to contribute to the long-term development needs of Australia's partner countries.
Study level: all: view the Australia Awards scholarships brochure (PDF, 453 KB).
Eligibility: citizen of an participating country(external link).
Value: tuition fees, living allowance, Overseas Student Health Cover and academic support.
How to apply: refer to Australia Awards scholarships(external link) for application processes and deadlines.
INTERNATIONAL GOVERNMENT-FUNDED
KUWAIT – MINISTRY OF HIGHER EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIPS
The Ministry of Higher Education in Kuwait offers a range of scholarships to eligible Kuwaiti nationals interested in pursuing higher education qualifications at overseas institutions, including Australia.
These scholarships are managed in Australia through the Kuwaiti Cultural Office in Canberra.
Study level: various.
Eligibility: citizen of Kuwait.
Value: tuition fees, living allowance and Overseas Student Health Cover. Please refer to the Kuwait Ministry of Higher Education(external link) for more information.
How to apply: apply to VU and liaise with the Kuwaiti Cultural Office(external link) regarding your application. Accept your offer and provide a Financial Guarantee that includes:
- name of University (i.e. Victoria University)
- your name and student number
- name of course and duration of sponsorship
- details of scholarships entitlement.
SAUDI ARABIA – MINISTRY OF HIGHER EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIPS
The Ministry of Higher Education in Saudi Arabia offers a range of scholarships to eligible Saudi Arabian nationals interested in pursuing higher education qualifications at overseas institutions, including Australia.
These scholarships are managed in Australia through the Saudi Arabian Cultural Mission(external link) in Canberra.
Study level: various.
Eligibility: citizen of Saudi Arabia.
Value: tuition fees, living allowance and Overseas Student Health Cover. Refer to the Ministry of Higher Education(external link) for more information.
How to apply: apply to VU, and, upon receiving an offer, apply to the Saudi Arabian Ministry of Higher Education(external link). Accept your offer and provide a financial guarantee that includes:
- name of University (i.e. Victoria University)
- your name and student number
- name of course and duration of sponsorship
- details of scholarships entitlement.
SULTANATE OF OMAN – MINISTRY OF HIGHER EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIPS
The Ministry of Higher Education in the Sultanate of Oman offers a range of scholarships to eligible Omani nationals interested in pursuing higher education qualifications at overseas institutions, including Australia.
These scholarships are managed in Australia through the Consulate General of the Sultanate of Oman in Melbourne.
Study level: various.
Eligibility: citizen of the Sultanate of Oman.
Value: tuition fees, living allowance and Overseas Student Health Cover. Please refer to the Sultanate of Oman Ministry of Higher Education(external link) for more information.
How to apply: apply to VU and liaise with the Consulate General of the Sultanate of Oman(external link) regarding your application. Accept your offer and provide a Financial Guarantee that includes:
- name of University (i.e. Victoria University)
- your name and student number
- name of course and duration of sponsorship
- details of scholarships entitlement.
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES (DEFENCE) – MINISTRY OF HIGHER EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIPS
The Ministry of Higher Education in the United Arab Emirates offers a range of scholarships to eligible Emirati nationals interested in pursuing higher education qualifications at overseas institutions, including Australia.
These scholarships are managed in Australia through the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates Defence Attaché Office, Canberra.
Study level: various.
Eligibility: citizen of the United Arab Emirates.
Value: tuition fees, living allowance and Overseas Student Health Cover. Please refer to the United Arab Emirates(external link) for more information.
How to apply: apply to VU and liaise with the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates Defence Attaché Office(external link) regarding your application. Accept your offer and provide a Financial Guarantee that includes:
- name of University (i.e. Victoria University)
- your name and student number
- name of course and duration of sponsorship
- details of scholarships entitlement.
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – MINISTRY OF INTERIOR SCHOLARSHIPS
The Ministry of Higher Education in the United Arab Emirates offers a range of scholarships to eligible Emirati nationals interested in pursuing higher education qualifications at overseas institutions, including Australia.
These scholarships are managed in Australia through the Consulate General of the United Arab Emirates Police Attaché Office, Melbourne.
Study level: various.
Eligibility: citizen of the United Arab Emirates.
Value: tuition fees, living allowance and Overseas Student Health Cover. Please refer to the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Interior(external link) for more information.
How to apply: apply to VU and liaise with the Consulate General of the United Arab Emirates Police Attaché Office(external link) regarding your application. Accept your offer and provide a Financial Guarantee that includes:
- name of University (i.e. Victoria University)
- your name and student number
- name of course and duration of sponsorship
- details of scholarships entitlement.
INDONESIA – EAST KALIMANTAN (KALTIM CEMERLANG SCHOLARSHIP)
The East-Kalimantan Provincial Government scholarship program offers scholarships to eligible Indonesian nationals interested in pursuing higher education qualifications at overseas institutions, including Australia. The scholarships are available for Postgraduate studies at VU
Study level: Postgraduate.
Eligibility: citizen of Indonesia.
Value: tuition fees, living allowance and single Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).
How to apply: apply to VU and East Kalimantan Provincial Government, Department of Education and Culture, the Republic of Indonesia(external link).
JOINT PROGRAMS
CHINA – VU-CHINA SCHOLARSHIP COUNCIL
The VU-China Scholarship Council (CSC) joint scholarship program supports eligible Chinese nationals who wish to complete a research degree at VU.
Applications to VU, including confirmation from supervisors, must be submitted to VU by 31 January. Applicants will be notified of an outcome by VU at the end of February and by CSC in June.
Study level: PhD in a VU research focus area.
Eligibility: citizen of China.
Value: tuition fees, living allowance and Overseas Student Health Cover.
How to apply: apply to VU and apply to CSC(external link).
INDONESIA – VU-DGRSTHE
The VU-Directorate General of Resources for Science, Technology and Higher Education (DGRSTHE) joint scholarship program offers scholarships to eligible Indonesian nationals. The Beasiswa Unggulan Dosen Indonesia(external link) (BUDI) scholarships are available for research degrees (master or PhD) at VU.
Study level: master by research or PhD.
Eligibility: citizen of Indonesia.
Value: tuition fees, living allowance and single Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).
How to apply: apply to VU and apply to BUDI(external link).
INDONESIA – VU-MORA
The VU-Ministry of Religious Affairs (MORA) joint scholarship program offers scholarships to eligible Indonesian nationals. The joint scholarships are available for research degrees (master or PhD) at VU.
Study level: master by research or PhD.
Eligibility: citizen of Indonesia.
Value: tuition fees, living allowance and single Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).
How to apply: apply to VU and apply to MORA(external link).
CONTACT OUR INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS TEAM
If you have questions or need assistance in applying for a scholarship as an international student please contact us.
Phone: +61 3 9919 1164
Email: vuischolarships@vu.edu.au
Location: City Flinders Campus, 300 Flinders Street, Melbourne
