Deakin Sanctuary Scholarships supports students from asylum-seeking or refugee backgrounds residing in Australia to access higher education and succeed at Deakin.
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Summary
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Benefits
- 100% of your total tuition fees.
- $6000 cash payment per year ($750 per credit point).
- English language course at Deakin University English Language Institute (based on need).
- Pre-orientation transition program.
- Case management with supported referrals.
- Academic mentoring.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Potential for casual paid work at Deakin.
Requirements
Ensure you meet all criteria before submitting an application. To be eligible for this scholarship, you must be:
- be an international student who holds one of the following visas:
- Temporary Protection visa (Subclass 785)
- Safe Haven Enterprise visa (Subclass 790)
- Temporary Humanitarian Stay visa (Subclass 449)
- Temporary Humanitarian Concern visa (Subclass 786)
- Bridging visa A (Subclass 010) or Bridging visa E (Subclass 050 or 051)
- meet the entry requirements for an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree at Deakin
- commence full-time study in Trimester/Semester 1, 2027 (you must apply for a course and receive an offer before we can assess your scholarship application)
- not be a current or past recipient of the Deakin Sanctuary Scholarship.
A limited number of scholarships are available – meeting the criteria doesn’t guarantee you’ll get one.
Preference will be given to students who study on campus.
Application Deadline
January 7, 2027How To Apply
For more information, kindly visit Deakin University scholarship webpage.
