Description:
The Western Australian Premier’s WACE Bursary is a prestigious scholarship designed to assist international students who have graduated from the Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE). This bursary offers a substantial financial support package of $20,000 to help cover living, travel, and study expenses. It aims to make studying in Western Australia more accessible and affordable for international students.
The bursary is specifically intended for international WACE graduates who are planning to pursue undergraduate studies or a tertiary pathway course at one of the five universities in Western Australia. These students must study on-campus in full-time enrolment. The Bursary can also support students who are enrolled in packaged pathway courses leading to one of these universities.
By offering this bursary, the Western Australian government seeks to encourage talented international students to choose Western Australia as their destination for higher education. The Bursary not only supports students financially but also provides them with an opportunity to study in one of Australia’s most vibrant educational environments.
Eligibility:
To be eligible for the Western Australian Premier’s WACE Bursary, applicants must meet the following criteria:
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The applicant must not be an Australian citizen or an Australian permanent resident.
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The applicant should have completed the Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) within the last 24 months before submitting the application. The WACE must have been completed at an overseas school that is accredited by the School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA).
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The applicant must have already accepted an offer to study full-time at a university in Western Australia or a pathway provider. The studies must begin in the 2024 or 2025 academic year.
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The applicant must have accepted an offer for a course that is at least one-year in duration (two semesters) at a Western Australian institution.
How to apply: Apply online