UWA Global Excellence Scholarship 2026 Opens for International Students

University of Western Australia Global Excellence Scholarship 2026 for international students offering up to AUD $48,000 in tuition fee support.

UWA Global Excellence Scholarship 2026 Opens for International Students

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University of Western
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International Students
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The University of Western Australia (UWA) Global Excellence Scholarship 2026 offers outstanding international students an excellent opportunity to reduce the cost of studying in Australia. Designed for high-achieving applicants, this merit-based scholarship provides tuition fee discounts of up to AUD $48,000 for eligible undergraduate and postgraduate coursework programs.

Students do not need to submit a separate scholarship application. Eligible applicants are automatically considered when they apply for admission to an approved degree program at UWA.

Scholarship Overview

Scholarship Name	University of Western Australia Global Excellence Scholarship 2026
Host Country	Australia
Host University	The University of Western Australia
Scholarship Type	Merit-Based Tuition Fee Scholarship
Degree Levels	Undergraduate and Postgraduate Coursework
Scholarship Value	Up to AUD $48,000
Eligible Students	International Students
Application Process	Automatic Consideration

Available Degree Levels

The scholarship is available for the following study levels:

Undergraduate (Bachelor’s Degrees)
Postgraduate Coursework (Master’s Degrees)

Eligible Study Areas

International students can apply for a wide range of academic programs, including:

Engineering
Business and Commerce
Computer Science
Health Sciences
Environmental Sciences
Arts
Humanities

Programs Not Covered

The following programs are not eligible for the scholarship:

Doctor of Medicine
Doctor of Dental Medicine
Juris Doctor
Doctor of Optometry
UWA Micro-credentials

Scholarship Benefits

The University of Western Australia Global Excellence Scholarship provides generous tuition fee reductions based on the applicant’s academic achievements.

Undergraduate Scholarship Benefits

Eligible undergraduate students may receive:

Up to AUD $48,000 over four years
Up to AUD $36,000 over three years
Up to AUD $24,000, depending on their ATAR score

Postgraduate Scholarship Benefits

Eligible postgraduate coursework students may receive:

Up to AUD $24,000 over two years
Scholarship value determined by the applicant’s Weighted Average Mark (WAM)

Undergraduate Award Levels (Based on ATAR)

ATAR Score	Annual Scholarship
98.00 or above	AUD $12,000
90.00–97.95	AUD $10,000
85.00–89.95	AUD $6,000

Postgraduate Award Levels (Based on WAM)

WAM Score	Annual Scholarship
85.00 or above	AUD $12,000
75.00–84.99	AUD $10,000
65.00–74.99	AUD $6,000

Who Can Apply?

The scholarship is open to international students from all countries who meet the admission and academic requirements of the University of Western Australia.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the UWA Global Excellence Scholarship 2026, applicants must:

Be an international student.
Receive an offer for an eligible undergraduate or postgraduate coursework program at UWA.
Meet the required academic standards.
Achieve a minimum ATAR of 85.00 for undergraduate admission.
Achieve a minimum WAM of 65.00 for postgraduate admission.
Enrol in an eligible program for the 2026 intake.
Satisfy all university admission requirements.

Additional Eligibility Information

Students entering through pathway programs must achieve a WAM above 75.
Combined Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programs are eligible.
Certain combined Engineering degrees may qualify for increased scholarship support.

Special Scholarship Opportunity

Students enrolled in selected combined degree programs, particularly Engineering pathways, may receive scholarships worth up to AUD $60,000 over five years, depending on their academic performance and program eligibility.

How to Apply

Applying for the scholarship is simple because no separate scholarship application is required.

Follow these steps:

Apply for an eligible undergraduate or postgraduate program at the University of Western Australia.
Submit all required academic documents and supporting materials.
Receive an admission offer from UWA.
Eligible students will automatically be assessed for the Global Excellence Scholarship based on their academic results.

Scholarship Duration

The scholarship supports students throughout the standard duration of their degree:

Undergraduate programs: Three to four years
Postgraduate coursework programs: Up to two years

Why Choose the UWA Global Excellence Scholarship?

The University of Western Australia Global Excellence Scholarship is an excellent option for international students looking to study at one of Australia’s leading universities while reducing tuition costs.

Key advantages include:

Tuition fee discounts of up to AUD $48,000
Automatic scholarship assessment
Wide range of eligible degree programs
Opportunity to study at a globally recognized university
Excellent research environment and career opportunities

The University of Western Australia is internationally respected for its academic excellence, innovative research, modern campus facilities, and strong graduate employability, making it a preferred destination for students from around the world.