| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| 🎓 Scholarship Type | Fully Funded (Australian Government) |
| 🏛️ Funded By | Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) |
| 📍 Study Destination | Australia (Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra, Brisbane, Perth) |
| 💰 Total Package Value | AUD $58,000 – $80,000+ per year |
| 📚 Level of Study | Undergraduate / Master’s / PhD |
| 🗓️ Application Window | February – April 2026 |
| 📅 Key Deadline | April 30, 2026 |
| 🌍 Eligible Nationality | Nigerian citizens resident in Nigeria |
What’s Covered
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- Full tuition fees (AUD $25,000 – $45,000/year)
- Monthly living stipend (AUD $2,096/month)
- Return economy airfare (Lagos ↔ Australia)
- Establishment allowance on arrival (AUD $5,000)
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for full scholarship period
- Pre-course English language training (if required — fully funded)
- Student visa arranged by Australian High Commission (no fee)
Key Requirements
- Nigerian citizenship, resident in Nigeria at time of application
- Bachelor’s degree with strong academic results
- Minimum 2 years post-graduation professional work experience
- IELTS Academic minimum 6.5 (English training available if slightly below)
- Demonstrated leadership and commitment to Nigeria’s development
- Application aligned with priority development sectors
- Must return to Nigeria immediately after completion of studies
Priority Sectors (Highest Chance of Success) Public Health · Agriculture · Education · Economic Management · Engineering · Public Administration · Environmental Management · Gender and Development
Naira Value An AUD $60,000/year package = approximately ₦60,000,000/year in free educational funding
🔗 Official Apply Links
- Australia Awards Online Application: https://oasis.dfat.gov.au
- Australia Awards Africa (full program info): https://www.australiaawardsafrica.org
- Australian High Commission Abuja: https://nigeria.highcommission.gov.au
- University of Melbourne: https://www.unimelb.edu.au
- Australian National University: https://www.anu.edu.au
📖 Want the full guide? Read our detailed blog post: $35,000 Fully Funded Australia Awards Scholarship for Nigerians 2026
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