Destination Australia Scholarship for International Students 2025
Up to AUD$35,000* to study at a regional WA TAFE college* in 2024!
Are you an international student looking for a unique opportunity to study a TAFE qualification and get hands on training in stunning regional Western Australia?
Apply now for the Destination Australia Round 5 scholarship in Semester 2 2024 and you could receive AUD$7,500 per semester of study PLUS an additional AUD$5,000 with the WA Regional TAFE International Bursary.
Be quick – applications close 22 April 2024!
* Terms and conditions apply. Refer to eligibility criteria and eligible study packages for TAFE campus details.
24 month scholarship study packages (four semesters of study)
There are eight scholarships. The scholarship value is AUD$35,000, comprising AUD$30,000 Destination Australia paid in four AUD$7,500 instalments, plus a one-off payment of the AUD$5,000 Regional Bursary. Eligible primary courses and regional campuses include:
| Campus locations | Course package | Duration | Scholarship value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geraldton, Kalgoorlie, Bunbury | CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (pathway includes CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care) | 4 semesters (24 months) | AUD$35,000, made up of:AUD$30,000 Destination Australia, plus AUD$5,000 Regional Bursary |
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18 month scholarship study packages (three semesters of study)
There are four scholarships. The scholarship value is AUD$27,500, comprising AUD$22,500 Destination Australia paid in three AUD$7,500 instalments, plus a one-off payment of the AUD$5,000 Regional Bursary. Eligible study packages and campuses include:
| Campus locations | Course | Duration | Scholarship value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geraldton, Kalgoorlie, Northam | HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing | 3 semesters (18 months) | AUD$27,500, made up of:AUD$22,500 Destination Australia, plus AUD$5,000 Regional Bursary |
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Eligibility criteria
Applicants must:
- be a new international student, commencing an eligible new course with TAFE International WA in Semester 2, 2024 (cannot be a current student);
- hold a student visa subclass 500 on or before course commencement;
- be over 18 years of age on or before course commencement;
- complete an application form, an applicant statement and provide highest academic results for assessment; and
- meet the academic and English proficiency entry requirements for the chosen course.
Applying for the Destination Australia scholarship
- Read the Application Guide [PDF 5 MB](PDF document – opens in a new tab) for full details on the Destination Australia scholarships
- Complete the Applicant Statement form [PDF 1 MB](PDF document – opens in a new tab)
- Apply online for an eligible TAFE course, and attach your Applicant Statement to your application
Once we receive your application
- We will email you a confirmation of receipt.
- Our selection process considers your eligibility; academic merit; personal statement; and diversity and inclusion in the decision making process.
- All applications for Semester 2 will be reviewed after the scholarship application closing date of Monday 22 April 2024.
- After careful evaluation of all applications, our team will notify successful candidates via email in May 2024.
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For any questions, please contact TIWA – email study.TIWA@dtwd.wa.gov.au or phone (+618) 9218 2100.