Summary
The University of Western Australia (UWA) offers the prestigious Global Excellence Scholarship for high-achieving international students aiming to pursue undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degrees in Australia. The scholarship provides significant tuition fee reductions, making it one of the most appealing partial scholarships available.
- 🎓 Scholarship Name: Global Excellence Scholarship 2026
- 💸 Funding Type: Partial Funding (Tuition Fee Discount)
- 🇦🇺 Host Institution: University of Western Australia (UWA)
- 🌍 Eligible Students: International Students
- 🎯 Study Levels: Undergraduate & Postgraduate Degrees
- 📍 Study Location: Australia
- 🏫 Available Fields of Study: Engineering, Business, Computer Science, Health Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Arts, and more
- 🚫 Excluded Programs: MD, DMD, JD, Optometry, UWA Micro-credentials
- 💰 Funding Details:
- Undergraduate: Up to AUD 48,000 (4 years)
- Postgraduate: Up to AUD 24,000 (2 years)
- Combined Degrees: Up to AUD 60,000 (5 years)
- 📋 Eligibility Criteria:
- ATAR 85.00+ for undergraduates
- WAM 65.00+ for postgraduates
- Must be an international student
- Commencing studies in 2026
- 📝 Application Process:
- Apply for eligible course
- Submit academic transcripts
- Receive an admission offer
- Scholarship automatically assessed based on merit
- 🚀 No separate application for the scholarship required
Designation
Scholarship Name: Global Excellence Scholarship 2026
Funding Type: Partial Funding (Tuition Fee Discount)
Host Institution: University of Western Australia
Study Level: Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees
Eligible Students: International Students
Study Location: Australia
Available Fields of Study
The Global Excellence Scholarship applies to a variety of academic disciplines, including:
| Field of Study |
|---|
| Engineering |
| Business and Commerce |
| Computer Science and IT |
| Health Sciences |
| Environmental Sciences |
| Arts and Humanities |
| Science and Related Fields |
Excluded Programs
The scholarship does not apply to the following programs:
- Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Doctor of Dental Medicine
- Juris Doctor (JD)
- Doctor of Optometry
- UWA Micro-credentials
Scholarship Benefits
The funding value is based on the applicant’s academic performance and degree duration:
| Degree Level | Scholarship Value |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | Up to AUD 48,000 over 4 years |
| Up to AUD 36,000 over 3 years | |
| Up to AUD 24,000 depending on ATAR score | |
| Postgraduate | Up to AUD 24,000 over 2 years |
| Special Combined | Up to AUD 60,000 over 5 years |
Eligibility/Qualification
To be considered for the Global Excellence Scholarship 2026, applicants must:
- Receive an offer for an eligible course at UWA
- Meet the minimum academic requirements:
- Undergraduate: ATAR 85.00 or higher
- Postgraduate: WAM 65.00 or higher
- Begin studies in the 2026 intake
- Meet all program-specific admission requirements
- Hold international student status
Additional Eligibility Notes
- Students progressing from pathway programs must have a minimum WAM of 75.
- Combined Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees are eligible for the scholarship.
How to Apply
The application process for the Global Excellence Scholarship is simple and automatic:
- Apply for an eligible undergraduate or postgraduate course at UWA.
- Submit required academic transcripts.
- Receive an official admission offer.
- The scholarship is automatically assessed and awarded based on academic merit (no separate scholarship application required).
Last Date to Apply
- Application Deadline: April 1, 2026
For more information and updates, please check the official University of Western Australia website.
