The University of Western Australia (UWA) has opened applications for its Global Excellence Scholarship for the 2026 intake, offering financial support to high-achieving international students pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate programs. The award aims to attract outstanding global talent and help them access world-class education in Australia.
The scholarship provides tuition fee discounts, with undergraduate students eligible for up to AUD 48,000 over four years and postgraduate students up to AUD 24,000 over two years. The final amount is based on academic performance and assessed using UWA’s ATAR and WAM eligibility guidelines.
Scholarship Value and Breakdown
UWA’s Global Excellence Scholarship offers tiered support based on academic merit:
For Undergraduate Students (2026 Intake)
Eligible applicants may receive:
- Up to AUD 48,000 over four years
- Up to AUD 36,000 over three years
- Annual awards ranging from AUD 6,000 to AUD 12,000
The specific amount depends on ATAR scores:
- ATAR 98.00+: AUD 12,000 per year
- ATAR 90.00–97.95: AUD 10,000 per year
- ATAR 85.00–89.95: AUD 6,000 per year
For Postgraduate Students
Applicants starting a postgraduate coursework program in 2026 may receive:
- Up to AUD 24,000 over two years
- Annual amounts based on WAM:
- WAM 85.99+: AUD 12,000
- WAM 75.00–84.99: AUD 10,000
- WAM 65.00–74.99: AUD 6,000
Eligibility Requirements
The scholarship is open to students from all countries who receive an offer for an approved undergraduate or postgraduate degree beginning in 2026. Minimum academic requirements include:
- ATAR of at least 85.00 for undergraduate applicants
- WAM of at least 65.00 for postgraduate applicants
Applicants in International Academic Pathway programs must meet a higher WAM equivalent above 75.00.
Eligible and Excluded Programs
Most undergraduate and postgraduate coursework degrees are eligible, with the exception of:
- Undergraduate exclusions: Assured Pathways to Medicine and Dental Medicine
- Postgraduate exclusions: Juris Doctor, Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Dental Medicine, Doctor of Optometry, and UWA Micro-credentials
Combined Bachelor’s and Combined Bachelor’s and Master’s programs are also eligible. Students enrolled in five-year engineering combinations may receive up to AUD 60,000, depending on academic performance.
Award Structure and Duration
The scholarship is applied as an annual tuition fee reduction for the full duration of the standard full-time course, as stated in each student’s offer letter. UWA also offers qualification conversion tools to help international applicants evaluate eligibility.
No Separate Application Required
Students do not need to submit a separate scholarship application. The Global Excellence Scholarship is automatically awarded to all eligible students based on their ATAR or WAM at the time of admission.
With generous financial support and merit-based eligibility, UWA’s Global Excellence Scholarship is one of the most attractive opportunities for international students planning to study in Australia in 2026.
For more information check: www.uwa.edu.au/study/scholarships-and-fees/scholarships/international-scholarships/uwa-funded-scholarships/global-excellence-scholarship
