Australia Awards Scholarship

Information and support for recipients at the University of Melbourne.

Starting your Australia Awards Scholarship is an important step. The information below will help you prepare for your arrival and begin your studies at the University of Melbourne, including what to expect before you arrive and the support available to you as an awardee.

Before Arriving

Moving to Melbourne can be a big change and we want to help make your transition as smooth as possible. Below is some information on what to expect and prepare as an AAS recipient coming to Melbourne:

Before you arrive

Information to help you prepare for your arrival and settle into life in Melbourne

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What to bring to Australia

Tips on what to bring and what you can buy when you arrive to make Melbourne your new home.

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Getting Started

Below is some information on what to expect once you arrive in Melbourne:

After you arrive

Learn about your entitlements, responsibilities, and key aspects of managing your scholarship.

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Get set up in Melbourne

The University of Melbourne Parkville campus sits just outside the Melbourne CBD – read on to find out how to settle in and live like a local.

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Support

Your Student Contact Officer (SCO) are here to help provide the following information and support for AAS recipients:

Arrival Briefing

Support with facilitating airport pickup, on-campus arrival briefing to meet your AAS Contact Officers as well as support with getting settled in Melbourne and UOM.

Academic and Family Support

Students have access to Supplementary Academic Support (SAS) and tutoring assistance, as well as assistance with bringing family or dependants to Australia.

Travel and Completion Arrangements

Student sessions and support in facilitating your return home when you complete your course, as well as alumni benefits.

The Melbourne Experience

Thinking about applying? Read more about the Australia Awards Scholarships and explore your study options at the University of Melbourne.

Contact us

If you need help or have questions about your scholarship, you can submit a query to your Australia Awards Student Contact Officer.