If you're looking for an opportunity to relocate to Australia for short-term study, research, or professional development, consider applying for the Australia Awards Fellowship 2025. Applications are now open for Round 20 of this fully funded fellowship, which is supported by the Australian Government. The program is designed for mid-career professionals from developing countries who are eager to advance their skills in Australia and then apply them in their home countries. Fellowships last from 2 to 52 weeks and are hosted by Australian organizations and institutes.
🌟 Fellowship Details
- Host Country: Australia
- Duration: 2 to 52 weeks
- Who Can Apply: Mid-career professionals
- Program Type: Short-term professional development (not academic)
- Funding: Fully funded
- Deadline: October 13, 2024
🌍 Priority Areas of the Fellowship
The fellowship focuses on six key development areas:
- Climate Change: Adaptation, resilience, and green energy transition
- Gender Equality, Disability Equity, and Social Inclusion
- Health
- Digital Economy, Cyber Resilience, and Media Engagement
- Maritime and the Blue Economy
- Infrastructure and Connectivity
✨ Fellowship Benefits
- Return Air Travel and all in-country transportation
- Training Costs
- Accommodation and Living Expenses
- Medical Insurance (for fellows only)
- Special Assistance for individuals with disabilities
- Program Overhead Fees
👥 Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, applicants must:
- Be at least 18 years old at the start of the fellowship.
- Be citizens of eligible countries (not permanent residents of Australia).
- Not currently serve in the military.
- Meet all the visa requirements for an Australian student visa (subclass 500).
- Be able to fully participate in the fellowship, including traveling without family members.
- If disabled, applicants can travel with a carer (funded by DFAT).
🌐 Eligible Countries
- Southeast Asia: Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, etc.
- South Asia & Middle East: India, Nepal, Pakistan, Iraq, etc.
- Pacific: Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Tonga, etc.
- Africa: Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa, Kenya, etc.
- Caribbean: Jamaica, Guyana, Haiti, etc.
- Europe: Ukraine
🖥 How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online via Smartygrants. Be sure to complete your application before the deadline on October 13, 2024.
🔗 Apply for the Australia Awards Fellowship 2025
This fellowship is your chance to build professional connections and advance your career while contributing to the growth of your home country!
