The University of Adelaide has announced the Adelaide Refugee & Humanitarian Postgraduate Coursework Scholarship for the 2025 academic year. This scholarship program has been specifically designed to address the financial challenges faced by students from refugee backgrounds, providing them with the opportunity to pursue higher education at one of Australia's prestigious universities.
Scholarship Benefits
The scholarship offers comprehensive financial support to successful applicants, including:
100% Tuition Fee Waiver
Student Services & Amenities Fee (SSAF) Scholarship
A one-off payment of $2,500
Duration and Program Coverage
The scholarship supports students for up to 4 years, accommodating part-time study options. It covers all Postgraduate Coursework programs with up to 2 years duration, with the exception of Viticulture, Oenology, and Veterinary Medicine programs.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for this scholarship, applicants must:
Gain admission to a postgraduate coursework program commencing in Semester 1, 2025 (hold a Letter of Offer and meet any academic and English language proficiency conditions)
Be holders of a Bridging Visa E (BVE), Temporary Protection Visa (subclass 785), or Safe Haven Enterprise Visa (SHEV)
Provide evidence of financial capacity to support themselves through their studies
If ranking is required, applicants will be assessed based on academic achievement, with preference given to South Australian residents.
Important Application Information
The scholarship must be accepted in the year it is offered and cannot be deferred. If a recipient declines the offer, the scholarship will be offered to the next eligible candidate.
Applicants may only apply after receiving a Letter of Offer from the University of Adelaide and meeting all academic and English language proficiency conditions. Those who have not fulfilled all conditions by the scholarship application closing date will not be considered.
Students needing to take an IELTS or other accepted English language test are encouraged to book their test at the earliest opportunity. For more information about the University's English language requirements, visit the official website.
Application Timeline
Opening Date: 9am, Monday 30 September 2024
Closing Date: 5pm, Friday 7 February 2025
How to Apply
The University of Adelaide provides a step-by-step application guide and frequently asked questions document to assist applicants. Further information regarding entry requirements can be found on the University's Degree Finder or in the 2025 International Postgraduate Coursework Prospectus.
This scholarship represents a significant opportunity for refugee students to access quality higher education in Australia. If you meet the eligibility criteria, we encourage you to prepare your application well in advance of the deadline.
For official information and to apply, visit the University of Adelaide's official scholarship page:
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