University of Newcastle 2022 ASEAN Excellence Scholarship for International Students

The ASEAN Excellence Scholarship has been established to attract high-performing students to study at the University of Newcastle. This is a merit-based scholarship that recognises applicants with a strong academic background and incentives them to continue striving to be the best that they can be.

ASEAN refers to the following countries, citizens of which are considered eligible for this scholarship:

• Brunei
• Cambodia
• Indonesia
• Laos
• Malaysia
• Myanmar
• Singapore
• Thailand
• The Philippines
• Vietnam.

Scholarships will be automatically awarded to students who have received an offer to study in an eligible, non-quota program and who will commence studying with the University of Newcastle. 

• Table of Content
• About University of Newcastle
• University of Newcastle ASEAN Excellence Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of University of Newcastle ASEAN Excellence Scholarship
• Requirements for University of Newcastle ASEAN Excellence Scholarship Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About University of Newcastle

The history of the University of Newcastle, as for all great universities, has been characterised by leaders who have been willing to challenge the status quo and transform fields of education and research. Since its foundation, the staff, students and leaders of the University have introduced unique ways of thinking and operating that have led to remarkable outcomes.

University of Newcastle ASEAN Excellence Scholarship

Aim and Benefits of University of Newcastle ASEAN Excellence Scholarship

The scholarship is valued at AU$10,000 for each year of study under full-time study load, apportioned over each course taken (pro-rata with an approved load reduction on program plan, credits exemptions, progression or wellbeing grounds).

This equates to AU$1250 per 10-units of study and will be administered each term as a tuition fee reduction against the amount of credits initially issued in your letter of offer.

Please review the full terms and conditions for more detail.
The advertised value of the scholarship and number available are indicative only. The actual value will depend on length of program and ongoing eligibility.

Requirements for University of Newcastle ASEAN Excellence Scholarship Qualification

To be eligible to apply for this scholarship you must meet the following criteria:

• Hold a passport from one of the eligible "ASEAN" countries: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand, The Philippines, Vietnam.
• Be commencing study in an eligible undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree program at the University (excluding ELICOS, Enabling, Non-Award, Higher Degrees by Research programs and programs delivered at offshore campuses).
• Be an International full-fee paying student.
• Be commencing in an eligible program at an Australian or Online campus as indicated in your Letter of Offer.
• Not be the beneficiary of a separate University scholarship unless prior approval for special dispensation has been obtained from the university.
• Meet all of the financial obligations of a full-fee paying international student, including the full tuition fee and other expenses for the purpose of obtaining your student visa, and in the event that eligibility for the scholarship is not maintained.
• Not be enrolling in an excluded quota program (see selection details).

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details, visit University of Newcastle website