Applications open for Indonesia Australia Awards

The Indonesia Australia Awards provide fully funded scholarships for Indonesian citizens to pursue Master’s and PhD programs at Australian universities, fostering leadership, regional cooperation, and sustainable development. The 2027 intake includes Australia Awards Scholarships and Australia Maritime Security Scholarships, with benefits covering tuition, travel, living expenses, and preparatory training. Applications close 30 April 2026.

Overview

The Indonesia Australia Awards (IAA) aim to strengthen education, leadership, and long-term cooperation between Indonesia and Australia. The program supports equitable economic transformation, climate resilience, strong institutions, and maritime security by equipping emerging leaders with the skills, networks, and international exposure required for sustainable development.

Objectives:

• Promote peaceful, stable, and prosperous futures for Indonesia and the region.

• Build regional leadership capacity and professional networks.

• Encourage sustainable development initiatives aligned with Australian expertise.

• Support marginalized groups, including women and persons with disabilities.

Scholarship Streams for Indonesia

1. Australia Awards Scholarships

• Available for Master’s and PhD programs.

• Covers tuition, living expenses, return airfare, health cover, academic support, and fieldwork allowances.

• Focuses on areas contributing to Indonesia’s development priorities.

2. Australia Awards Split Site Master Program Scholarship

• Enables students to split study between Australia and another country, gaining diverse international exposure.

3. Australia Awards–LPDP Scholarship

• Combines Australia Awards funding with Indonesia’s LPDP scholarships for eligible applicants.

4. Australia Awards–Garuda Scholarship

• Targeted at high-performing Indonesian students in specific development areas.

5. Australia Awards–Australia Maritime Security Scholarships

• Supports postgraduate study in Master of Maritime Policy or Master of Laws (Law of the Sea) at the University of Wollongong.

• Open to Indonesian government employees working in maritime security policy.

Who is Eligible?

Eligible applicants must:

• Be Indonesian citizens applying from Indonesia.

• Meet general Australia Awards eligibility and country-specific requirements.

• Hold relevant academic qualifications and minimum GPA.

• Demonstrate English language proficiency.

• Not have received a long-term Australia Awards Scholarship in the past four years.

• Be willing to attend full-time pre-departure and English for Academic Purposes training in Indonesia if offered.

Additional Eligibility for PhD Applicants:

• Demonstrate potential to become policymakers, researchers, or lecturers aligned with Indonesia’s priorities.

• Preferably hold a letter of support from an Australian university.

• Show commitment to return to Indonesia and apply skills as change agents.

How to Apply

1. Prepare Documentation: Include academic transcripts, CV, references, and supporting documents in the required format.

2. Submit Online: Use the Cognitoform portal to complete the application.

3. Pre-Departure Training: Shortlisted candidates attend training in Indonesia covering course counselling, academic preparation, and orientation.

4. Interviews: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews.

5. Notification: Successful candidates will be informed in late 2026.

Benefits of the Scholarship

• Full tuition fees and academic support.

• Return air travel between Indonesia and Australia.

• Living allowance and establishment allowance.

• Overseas student health cover.

• Fieldwork or research allowances where applicable.

• Access to professional networks and leadership development opportunities.

Key Tips for Applicants

• Align your application with Indonesia’s development priorities and Australian strengths.

• Emphasize leadership potential and professional impact.

• Provide complete and certified supporting documents.

• Highlight any pre-existing links with Australian institutions if applicable.

• Be prepared for full-time pre-departure training before commencing studies.

FAQ

1. What programs are available under the Indonesia Australia Awards?

• Master’s, PhD, Split Site Masters, LPDP-linked scholarships, Garuda Scholarship, and Maritime Security Scholarships.

2. Who can apply?

• Indonesian citizens applying from Indonesia, meeting academic, English, and country-specific requirements.

3. What are the key benefits?

• Tuition fees, living allowance, travel, health cover, fieldwork support, and professional development opportunities.

4. Are scholarships available for government employees?

• Yes, particularly for the Australia Awards–Australia Maritime Security Scholarship.

5. When is the application deadline?

• 30 April 2026.

6. How long are the scholarships valid?

• Scholarships cover the minimum duration required to complete the approved program.

7. Is pre-departure training mandatory?

• Yes, successful candidates must attend full-time pre-departure and English academic preparation training in Indonesia.

Conclusion

The Indonesia Australia Awards 2027 offer a unique opportunity for Indonesian citizens to gain advanced education, international exposure, and leadership development while contributing to Indonesia’s sustainable development and regional cooperation. By fostering academic excellence and professional networks, these scholarships create future leaders capable of driving meaningful impact in their communities and beyond.