The Macquarie University International Scholarship covers international tuition fees for all years of study for an undergraduate or postgraduate degree. It does not provide for living expenses, Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), airfares, accommodation, conferences or other costs associated with study. Annual renewal of the MUIS is subject to satisfactory performance in the Macquarie University degree program.
Applicants must:

• Be a citizen of a country other than Australia or New Zealand.
• Have met the University's academic and English requirements for the course to be considered for a scholarship (must hold a FULL OFFER by the application deadline).
• Have achieved a minimum GPA of 3.0 (out of 4.0) for Postgraduate applications and minimum requirement of 90 (out of 100) for Undergraduate applications.

Applicants must complete a course application form with certified copies of all relevant documents and application fee of A$110 (US$90). The application fee will be refunded if you are awarded the scholarship.
The undergraduate course application form is available at: http://www.international.mq.edu.au/application_form.aspx
The postgraduate course application form is available at: http://www.international.mq.edu.au/application_form.aspx
For scholarship enquiries, including deadlines, contact scholarships@io.mq.edu.au.

La Trobe University in Melbourne (with other campuses throughout Victoria) offers the following scholarships to international students:

The Department of Computer Science and Computer Engineering offers scholarships to outstanding overseas students currently completing Year 12 or any equivalent school leaving certificate in any school in Australia, and commencing any undergraduate degree within the Department of Computer Science and Computer Engineering. The scholarships are valued at A$6,000 (approx. US$5,000) and the closing date for applications is usually 31 October for commencing studies the following year. For further information, please contact the School at (+61 3) 9479 1374 or email: N.Lakshmanan@latrobe.edu.au

In 2007, the Faculty of Education is offering eight International Accommodation Scholarships to assist international students with accommodation costs when commencing an Education, Outdoor or Environmental Education course at La Trobe University's Bendigo campus. The total value of each scholarship is A$2,900 (approx. US$2,380), paid in two equal installments. For further information, contact the Faculty of Education Office at (+61 3) 5444 7885 or email registrar-edu@latrobe.edu.au .

International students who are seeking a higher degree by research at a Master's or PhD level can also apply for the La Trobe University Postgraduate Research Scholarships (LTUPRS). The award amount is A$18,000 (approx. US$14,800) a year for full-time study. The closing date for these scholarships is 30 September for students who wish to begin their studies the following year. Scholarships will be offered conditional o­n evidence of English language proficiency. International students may apply for this scholarship when they apply for admission to La Trobe University. A separate application form is not required.
For information o­n other La Trobe University scholarships including those for current students visit www.latrobe.edu.au.

IBT Education offers Academic Merit Scholarships that pay 100% or 50% of tuition fees for an IBT Diploma program, or the equivalent of the first year (2 semesters) or 1 semester of a Bachelor’s degree program at an ACN (Australian College Network) school, Curtin Sydney or MCC (Macquarie City College). To be considered, you must have achieved a minimum of 80% in high school final year grades, an IELTS score of 5.5 or the equivalent, have been accepted to study at an IBT institution and be a new applicant. For further information visit: www.ibteducation.com .

The University of Melbourne offers the Melbourne International Scholarship to international students accepted for their first year of study at the university. The award amount is A$5,000 (approx. US$4,110) in tuition fee reduction for the first year. Students will be considered for the scholarship when they apply to the university and do not need to complete a separate application. Visit www.unimelb.edu.au for further information.
In addition, the Asian Development Bank offers a scholarship for Master’s degree study at the University of Melbourne. Applicants must have been offered admission in out of the following courses: Master of Business Administration (at the Melbourne Business School), Master of International Business, Master of Commerce (specialising in Economics & Finance), Master of Engineering, Master of Public Health, Master of Agribusiness, Master of Agicultural Sciences, Master of Forest Sciences. The award covers the full cost of tuition, medical and accident insurance, subsistence allowance, book and research allowance and economy class airfare. It is limited to the standard duration of the course for a maximum of 2 years. The scholarship value is approximately A$15,300 (approx. US$12,580). It is offered bi-annually to three international students. To apply, consult the website: http://www.services.unimelb.edu.au/scholarships/pgrad/
The International Postgraduate Coursework Award (IPCA) for postgraduate study at the University of Melbourne covers 25% to 100% of the annual tuition fee for postgraduate courses in the faculties of: Architecture, Building & Planning, Arts, Economics & Commerce, Education, Institute of Land & Food Resources, Law, Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences. This scholarship is paid as fees o­nly for the period of 2 years. To apply for this scholarship you must apply directly to the scholarship provider. Visit www.services.unimelb.edu.au/scholarships/pgrad for further information.

The Japan IMF Scholarship for Advanced Study for doctoral level studies of economics in North American or Australian universities. Candidates must show that they have been admitted to o­ne of the participating universities. For further information please visit www.iievn.org.

From the Australian Government (AusAID):

Australian Development Scholarships provide opportunities for people from developing countries to undertake full time undergraduate or postgraduate study in Australia. Fields of study are targeted to address priority human resource and development needs of recipient countries, in line with Australia's bilateral aid program. Up to 1000 Australian Development Scholarships are awarded each year across 31 countries with scholarships awarded equally between men and women.
There are two categories of Australian Development Scholarships:

• Public sector: Applicants are public sector employees nominated by their governments.
• Open/equity: Anyone who meets the selection criteria may apply under this category. Applicants are required to return to their country of citizenship after the completion of their award to contribute to the development of the identified priority sector in their country.

Benefits include paid return travel; a o­ne-time payment of A$5,000 (approx. US$4,110) as a contribution towards expenses such as rental bonds, text books, study materials, additional medical insurance, home contents insurance, excess baggage upon return home etc.; full tuition fees; contribution to living expenses; health insurance and more.
Eligibility: Applicants must be offered a place at an Australian university/tertiary institution, must have an IELTS score of 6.0 and must have a health clearance from the Australian visa office.
For further information contact the Australian Embassy or visit: www.ads.edu.vn
Australian Leadership Awards Scholarships are intended for those who are already leaders or have the potential to assume leadership roles that can influence social and economic policy reform and development outcomes, both in their own countries and in the Asia-Pacific region. They are offered to high achievers from the Asia-Pacific region each year to undertake postgraduate study (Masters or Doctorate) and a Leadership Training Program in Australia. Awards are open to all fields of study, however, study programs that relate to the priority themes of international trade, pandemics, security and climate change, including clean energy are encouraged.
Selection for ALA Scholarships is highly competitive, based o­n leadership qualities and o­n academic excellence. Outstanding applicants meeting the following criteria are encouraged to apply:

• A very high level of academic achievement at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level
• A high level of English language proficiency:
  IELTS Academic Test with a score of at least 6.5, or
  a TOEFL paper-based test score of at least 580, or
  a TOEFL computer-based test score of at least 237, or
  a TOEFL Internet-based score of at least 92
• Demonstrated leadership potential and good prospects to influence social and economic policy reform and development outcomes in their home country and in the Asia-Pacific region
• A commitment to participate in Australian Scholarships alumni activities o­n their return home.

The total value of the scholarship is up to A$130,000 (approx. US$106,900) for Masters degrees and A$250,000 (approx. US$206,500) for Doctoral programs, not including provisions for leadership training. Benefits include:

• return air travel
• visa support
• establishment allowance
• full tuition fees
• contribution to living expenses
• Introductory Academic program (IAP)
• Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the duration of the award

Applicants must provide evidence of an unconditional offer of a place in an appropriate course at an eligible Australian education institution for full time studies commencing in Australia in 2008.
For further information, visit ala@ausaid.gov.au
For additional information about AusAID scholarships in Australia, including those at the postgraduate level, visit: http://www.australianscholarships.gov.au

For additional Australia scholarship information the website www.studyinaustralia.gov.au has a scholarship search feature.