Are you from one of any developing countries and want to apply for an Australia Awards scholarship? The governments of Australia and the rated States of Micronesia (FSM) are offering applications for the Federated States of Micronesia Australia Awards scholarship.

The program is open to women, people with disability, and other marginalized groups for study commencing in Australia in 2024. Australia Awards scholarships provide citizens of FSM with the opportunity to obtain a master’s degree or doctorate degree qualification at an Australian tertiary institution.

The Australian Embassy in Pohnpei is responsible for Australia’s relations with the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM). Australia’s international development assistance to the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) helps promote prosperity, reduce poverty, and enhance political stability.

Why apply to this award program? Australia Awards scholarships are prestigious international awards offered by the Australian Government to the next generation of global leaders in developing countries. Through study and research, recipients gain the skills and knowledge to drive change and help build enduring people-to-people links with Australia.

Application Deadline: 1 May 2023 (11:59 PM AEST)

Brief Description

• University or Organization: Federated States of Micronesia (FSM)
• Department: NA
• Course Level: Master and PhD
• Award: Fully-funded
• Access Mode: Online
• Number of Awards: Varies
• Nationality: International
• The award can be taken in Australia (Australia in Micronesia)

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: Developing countries
• Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded for the master’s and PhD studies. The priority areas of study for FSM are:
• Education
• Health, including Pathology
• Environment and Climate Change
• Natural Resource Management, including fisheries and food security
• Cybersecurity
• Psychology, social work, and social protection
• International law and international relations
• Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, the applicants must meet all the following criteria:
• Applications are strongly encouraged from women, people with disability, and other marginalized groups
• For Master’s Degree level study:
• A) must hold a bachelor’s degree and have achieved above-average results, and have at least 3 years relevant work experience
• B) not hold or have held a scholarship to study outside their home country in the 24 months preceding the application
• C) Applicants should have an IELTS or TOEFL at a pass rate of 6.5 for each band that is current at the time of application
• D) Applicants must not hold a master’s degree.
• For Doctorate Degree (PhD) level study:
• A) must hold a master’s degree and have achieved above-average results, and have at least 3 years of relevant work experience
• B) Applicants must not hold or have held a scholarship to study outside their home country in the 24 months preceding the application
• C) Applicants should have an IELTS or TOEFL at a pass rate of 6.5 for each band that is current at the time of application
• D) Applicants must not hold a PhD Degree.

How to Apply

• How to Apply: All applications must be lodged online through the Online Australia Awards Scholarships Information System (OASIS) at: https://oasis.dfat.gov.au/
• Supporting Documents: Applicants must provide the following documents to meet the specific requirements for FSM:
• Copy of Certificate of Live (Birth Certificate)
• Copy of a valid passport biodata
• Copy of College Degree certificate and official academic transcripts
• Copy of University Degree certificate and official academic transcripts
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) of the applicant, academic qualifications, and work-related experience (no more than three pages)
• A copy of a reference/support letter from your employer on their recommendation for the study program
• Admission Requirements: Applicants must meet all the admission requirements that their chosen university will provide.
• Language Requirement: Applicants should have an IELTS or TOEFL at a pass rate of 6.5 for each band that is current at the time of application.

Benefits

Australia Awards scholarships are offered for the minimum period necessary for the individual to complete the academic program specified by the Australian education institution, including any preparatory training.

Scholarship recipients will receive the following:

• return air travel
• a one-off establishment allowance on arrival
• full tuition fees
• contribution to living expenses
• introductory academic program
• overseas student health cover for the duration of the scholarship
• supplementary academic support,
• fieldwork allowance for research students and masters by coursework, which has a compulsory fieldwork component

Awards will be offered for commencement in 2024.

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