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Scholarships in Australia for Bangladeshi Students 2025-26
Scholarships in Australia for Bangladeshi Students 2025-26: Full List & Application Tips
Scholarships can significantly reduce the cost of studying in Australia for Bangladeshi students, with options ranging from fully funded government awards to university merit-based discounts. In 2025–2026, key opportunities include the prestigious Australia Awards Scholarships (fully funded Master’s) and various university scholarships covering 15–100% tuition.
This guide lists the best options, eligibility, and tips. For the full pathway, visit Study in Australia from Bangladesh.
See visa details: Australia Student Visa from Bangladesh
Budget planning: Cost of Studying in Australia from Bangladesh
Key Facts
- Australia Awards – Fully funded Master’s (tuition + stipend + airfare)
- University Scholarships – 15–100% tuition waiver (merit-based)
- RTP Scholarships – Stipend ~AUD 41,753/year for research degrees
- Average Coverage – AUD 5,000–full tuition + living
- Application Period – Mostly Feb–Apr 2025 for 2026 intake
- Popular Fields – Development priorities, STEM, Business
Top Government-Funded Scholarships 2025–2026
Australia Awards Scholarships
- Coverage – Full tuition, living stipend, airfare, OSHC, establishment allowance
- Level – Master’s (coursework/research)
- Eligibility – Bangladeshi citizens, relevant work experience, IELTS 6.5+ (relaxed for equity groups)
- Priority Areas – Aligned with Bangladesh development needs
- Application – 1 Feb–30 Apr 2025 via official site
- Website – Australia Awards Bangladesh
Top University Scholarships for Bangladeshi Students
- University of Melbourne → Melbourne Research Scholarship (MRS): Full tuition + stipend AUD 37,000+/year (Master’s/PhD research)
- Deakin University → Vice-Chancellor’s International: Up to 100% tuition; Deakin International: 20–50%
- University of Sydney → International Scholarship: Tuition + stipend for research degrees
- Monash University → Monash International Merit: AUD 10,000/year
- University of Adelaide → Global Academic Excellence: 15–50% tuition waiver
- Charles Darwin University → Global Merit: 30–50% tuition; Vice-Chancellor’s High Achievers: Up to 50%
- Griffith University → International Student Academic Excellence: 25% tuition
Many are automatic consideration upon course application – strong academics key!
Research-Focused Scholarships (RTP)
Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP)
- Coverage – Tuition offset + stipend ~AUD 41,753/year
- Level – Master’s by Research/PhD
- Offered By – Most universities (ANU, Melbourne, Sydney, etc.)
- Apply – Through university HDR application
Tips to Win Scholarships
- Strong Academics – Minimum GPA 3.5–4.0 equivalent
- Early Application – Many deadlines Feb–Apr for 2026 intake
- Personal Statement – Highlight leadership, community impact, ties to Bangladesh
- English Proof – IELTS/PTE/TOEFL (some waivers possible)
- References – Strong academic/professional letters
Apply Widely – Combine government + multiple university options
Common Mistakes
- Waiting until last minute (Australia Awards closes April)
- Weak development impact statement (for Australia Awards)
- Not checking university-specific deadlines
- Ignoring automatic scholarships
FAQs
Australia Awards - covers everything for a master's.
Fewer are fully funded; most university merit awards (20–50%) apply to UG.
Yes for most, but Australia Awards has relaxed bands for equity groups.
Australia Awards: Feb–Apr 2025; university scholarships vary (often rolling).
Sometimes partial ones, but not usually with full government awards.
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References
Australia Awards Bangladesh – Official Site
Study Australia Scholarships – Study Australia
RTP Scholarships – Department of Education