Opportunities
Make a difference with an Australia Award
Australia’s international development assistance to Nepal helps promote prosperity, reduce poverty and enhance political stability in the country. As an important part of this development assistance, Australia Awards in Nepal aims to:
- develop capacity and leadership skills so that individuals can contribute to development in Nepal
- build people-to-people linkages between Nepal and Australia.
Applicants for Australia Awards are assessed on their professional and personal qualities, academic competence and, most importantly, their potential to contribute to national development on their return to Nepal. Applications are strongly encouraged from women, people with disability and other traditionally-marginalised groups.
Gender Equality & Social Inclusion
Promoting equity and broad participation by all groups in society
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Scholarships
Australia Awards Scholarships are long-term development awards administered by the Australian Government. The study and research opportunities provided by Australia Awards Scholarships develop recipients’ skills and knowledge and help them build networks to drive change and contribute to development.
Australia Awards Scholarships offer emerging Nepalese leaders the opportunity to undertake full-time postgraduate study in Australia in priority fields relating to Nepal’s development. Scholars are well supported throughout the period of their studies in Australia.
Eligibility
Applications are accepted from Nepalese who meet the strict eligibility criteria. Women, people with disability and people from traditionally-marginalised groups are encouraged to apply.
Applications for Australia Awards Scholarships open on 1 February each year and for Intake 2024 applications close on 1 May 2023. Information on applying, including all supporting documentation required for applications, is available on this website during the application period.
Short Courses
Australia Awards Short Courses are an opportunity to undertake short-term training and professional development focused on addressing key development challenges for Nepal and the South Asia region. Australia Awards Short Courses develop recipients’ skills and knowledge and help them build networks to drive change and contribute to development.
Australia Awards Short Courses on specific topics are advertised from time to time through this website. Short Courses may be delivered in Australia, in Nepal or across both locations.
Eligibility
Each Short Course is designed with particular objectives in mind, so the eligibility criteria will vary from one course to another. Be sure to carefully read the eligibility requirements specified in the Short Course listing before starting your application.
Women, people with disability and people from traditionally-marginalised groups are encouraged to apply. Short Courses, when available for application, are advertised on this website.
Application
Applications for Australia Awards Scholarships will re-open on 1 February 2023 and close on 1 May 2023.
The application process is transparent and competitive, providing equal opportunity to all eligible applicants, regardless of gender, ethnicity or disability.
Interview
Shortlisted applicants will be asked to attend an interview. The interview will focus on your prospective study in Australia, your personal and leadership attributes, and how you will apply your studies to the development of your country.
Outcome notification
By September, you will be notified of the outcome of your application. If you are offered an Australia Awards Scholarship, you will be asked to enter into a contract with the Australian Government.
Pre-Departure
You will attend a Pre-Departure Briefing in Nepal before you leave. The briefing will help you prepare for your study and life in Australia.
Arrival and enrolment
Once you arrive in Australia, you will receive assistance to help you settle in and get started with your studies. Among this assistance will be an Introductory Academic Program delivered through your host institution.
Returning home
Once you graduate, you must return home for at least two years to contribute to the development of Nepal. You will be encouraged to put your new skills, knowledge and networks to use.
Stay connected
You will become part of the Australia Global Alumni network, keeping you connected to Australia and to other alumni, building an engaged and influential global network of leaders and advocates for development. You will have access to further professional development and networking opportunities, and the chance to mentor others interested in undertaking an Australia Awards Scholarship.
Short Courses
Australia Awards Short Course opportunities on specific topics are advertised from time to time on this website.
There are currently no Short Courses open for application in Nepal.
Ms Samridhi Rana Thapa
Ms Samridhi Rana Thapa received an Australia Awards Scholarship in 2014
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