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Join a network of leaders across Indo-Pacific region

Australia Awards are prestigious, transformational scholarships offered to emerging leaders from across the Indo-Pacific region. Australia Awards are a feature of nearly all of Australia’s bilateral aid programs, targeting the development of human resource capacity of partner countries within mutually agreed sectors and development priorities.

In photo: Cynthia Rosah Bareagihaka Hou (Intake 2023), Master of Laws; Assistant Lecturer in Law, University of South Pacific

Some of our most influential regional leaders are Australia Awards alumni

Australia Awards alumni make substantial contributions within their own countries, across wide range of professions - medical research, environmental management, engineering, women’s economic empowerment and social protection.

In-photo: Dr Luke Forau (Intake 2012)
Doctor of Philosophy (Economics & Management); Governor, Central Bank of Solomon Islands

Australia Awards Solomon Islands

Australia Awards in Solomon Islands empowers emerging leaders with the skills, knowledge and networks to drive positive change in their communities and across the nation. With more than 700 scholarships awarded, alumni are contributing to development outcomes in education, health, business and public service.

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Australia – Solomon Islands Development Partnership

The Australia – Solomon Islands Development Partnership supports a stable and prosperous Solomon Islands by advancing shared priorities in inclusive economic growth, climate-resilient infrastructure and job creation; investing in health, education, communities and regional connections; and strengthening security, governance and disaster resilience. Through Australia Awards, the partnership also provides Solomon Islanders with scholarships and training to build skills, develop future leaders and strengthen enduring people-to-people links with Australia.

Application for Australia Awards Scholarships

Applications for Study in 2028 open on 1 February 2027. Stay tuned to this page for application information, eligibility requirements, and key dates.

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On-Award Enrichment Grant 2026

Whilst on scholarship, the program offers a suite of activities designed to enrich scholars' on-award experience.

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Calling all Australia Awards alumni!

Applications for the 2026 Professional Development Travel Grants and Alumni Support Grants are now open. Don't miss this opportunity to invest in your professional growth and create positive change in your community.

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