Vice-Chancellor's Academic Excellence Postgraduate Scholarship (International)
50% off tuition for up to two years for new international postgraduate coursework students starting in 2027 with a GPA of 5.95/7 or equivalent.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Master’s
Destination
Australia
Funding
50% of tuition fees per session for full-time enrolment, up to two years. Tuition only.
Eligible applicants
New international postgraduate coursework students, GPA 5.95/7+
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Overview
Vice-Chancellor's Academic Excellence Postgraduate Scholarship (International) is offered by Western Sydney University for Master’s study in Australia. Details were checked against the provider’s official page on October 13, 2026.
Application checklist
What you’ll need
The confirmed essentials for this application. Always check the official source before applying.
- Admission application documentsRequired
What this scholarship covers
Tuition fees (50%)
Included
Living costs
Not included
Accommodation
Not included
Overseas student health cover
Not included
50% of tuition fees per session for full-time enrolment, up to two years. Tuition only. Award components, amounts, and exclusions can change by intake, programme, nationality, or host institution, so confirm them on the official provider page.
Are you eligible?
Eligibility review
Checked against the official criteria on October 13, 2026
International students
Conditional
Domestic students
No
Scholarship scope
University-specific
Last eligibility check
October 13, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- International students; not Australian or New Zealand citizens or Australian permanent residents
- International eligibility
- Excluded: postgraduate research degrees, Master of Nursing Practice (Preregistration), Master of Clinical Psychology, Master of Research, Sydney City campus programs, study abroad/exchange, advanced standing, and holders of another tuition scholarship.
Academic requirements
- Academic recordRequired
- Minimum GPA 5.95/7.0 or equivalent
- Minimum grades / GPANot published
- No fixed minimum grade is listed for this scholarship. Check the provider’s current call for academic requirements.
Study restrictions and coverage
- Countries
- Australia
Official eligibility summary
Open to new international students holding an offer to a CRICOS-registered postgraduate coursework degree of one to two years at Western Sydney University, starting in 2027. A minimum GPA of 5.95 out of 7.0 or equivalent is required. Research degrees and several named programs are excluded.
Applicant profile
- New international postgraduate coursework students, GPA 5.95/7+
Study route
- Master’s study in Australia
Current-cycle criteria
- Open to new international students holding an offer to a CRICOS-registered postgraduate coursework degree of one to two years at Western Sydney University, starting in 2027. A minimum GPA of 5.95 out of 7.0 or equivalent is required. Research degrees and several named programs are excluded.
What to confirm for this cycle
Scholarship details can change from one application cycle to the next. Check these points on the official page before you apply.
- Current eligibility rules
- Current funding and benefits
- Current deadline and application route
Required documents
- Statement of support (if shortlisted)
How to apply
- 1
Apply to Western Sydney University for a 2027 postgraduate coursework program
- 2
You are automatically considered
- 3
If shortlisted, submit a statement of support
- 4
Accept your offer promptly
Application timeline
Application cycle
Limited places per session, available until filled; no fixed closing date on the page.
Confirm the current dates on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
Western Sydney University
Official scholarship source
Last checked October 13, 2026
Your next steps
- 01Read the official programme guidance.
- 02Confirm eligibility, funding, and the deadline.
- 03Check the current application cycle.
- 04Apply through the official provider.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next deadline?
No exact deadline is listed here. Check the official provider page for the next application cycle.
Why do some details vary?
Scholarship conditions can differ by intake, study programme, nationality, and host institution. The official provider page is the source of the current rules.
