Introducing the Global Excellence Scholarship
The University of Western Australia is offering the Global Excellence Scholarship to high-achieving international students from across the globe who choose to study with us.
If you’re looking to start studying in 2025, you could receive scholarships of up to AUD$48,000* over four years on eligible undergraduate courses or up to AUD$24,000* over two years on eligible postgraduate courses.
Up to AUD$48,000* over four years for undergraduates commencing eligible courses in 2025.
Up to AUD$36,000* over three years for undergraduates commencing eligible courses in 2025.
Up to AUD$24,000* over two years for postgraduates commencing eligible courses in 2025.
*The final Global Excellence Award will be assessed by Admissions on the submission of academic transcript. To determine your eligibility, please refer to the ATAR/WAM table.
Award details
The Global Excellence Scholarship is an annual tuition fee discount for the normal full-time duration of the awardee’s course as specified in their letter of offer. The value of the scholarship is determined by the applicant’s equivalent Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) or UWA weighted average mark (WAM).
Undergraduate
- ATAR 98.00+
- ATAR 90.00 - 97.95
- ATAR 85.00 - 89.95
Postgraduate
- WAM 85.00+
- WAM 75.00 - 84.99
- WAM 65.00 - 74.99
International qualification conversion
- Additional international qualification conversions are available here: International and overseas qualifications
- Other programs or qualifications will be considered on an individual basis.
Eligibility
General eligibility
Students from all countries are eligible. You will need to:
- have received an offer for an eligible undergraduate or postgraduate course at The University of Western Australia for 2025 intake
- have achieved an equivalent:
- minimum ATAR 85.00; or
- minimum WAM 65.00
- If studying an approved International Academic Pathway (Articulation Program), students must have achieved a WAM equivalent of more than 75.00
Full terms and conditions [PDF 201KB]
Undergraduate eligibility
To be eligible to be considered for the scholarship, a candidate must be applying for an eligible undergraduate bachelor degree or Assured Pathway course. The following exclusions apply:
- Assured Pathway to Medicine
- Assured Pathway to Dental Medicine
Postgraduate eligibility
To be eligible to be considered for the scholarship, a candidate must be applying for an eligible postgraduate degree (by coursework). The following exclusions apply:
- Juris Doctor (20820)
- Doctor of Medicine (91850)
- Doctor of Dental Medicine (91860)
- Doctor of Optometry (91590)
- UWA Micro-credentials
Combined Bachelor’s and Combined Bachelors & Master’s (CBM) eligibility
All Combined Bachelor’s and Combined Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees are considered eligible.
Whilst most of these degrees are over four years (based on 8 semesters of full time study), the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor of Commerce; and Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor of Science; are over five years (based on 10 semesters of full time study) and as such, eligible students will receive up to $60,000* over five years (yearly eligible amounts based on WAM).
How to apply
The scholarship is automatically awarded to those who are eligible based on ATAR/WAM requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I apply for the Global Excellence Scholarship?
- How do I find out if my current qualifications satisfy the requirements for this scholarship?
- What is the next step if I've been successful in obtaining this scholarship?
- Do I need to maintain a certain grade to keep this scholarship?
- I have not received my final transcripts yet – am I still eligible to be considered for the Global Excellence Scholarship?
- Am I eligible for the Global Excellence Scholarship if I’m successful for another UWA funded scholarship?
- I have received the Global Excellence Scholarship for 2025. If I defer my offer to commence for 2026 intake, will I still receive the scholarship?
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Located by the Swan River and only minutes from Perth’s city centre, The University of Western Australia (UWA) is often described as one of Australia’s most picturesque campuses. Our city offers an inspiring study environment, with sunny weather, a relaxed outdoor lifestyle and beautiful natural scenery.
Perth is also one of Australia’s most affordable cities. As an international student at UWA, you’ll be supported by our Student Services team which can offer you a range of services so you feel more comfortable in a new environment.
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