Scholarship Awarding University:
Several Universities
Type of degree:
Bachelor’s
Scholarship Deadline:
Applications for this scholarship will end on the
Scholarship Summary:
The Westpac Australia Asia Fellowship is an opportunity for passionate and curious Australian individuals to expand their worldview, embrace new perspectives and enhance their Asia-capability and leadership skills.
Scholarship Applicant Criteria:
The eligibility criteria include:
• An Australian citizen or permanent resident
• Studying full time at one of the participating Australian university (undergraduate or postgraduate) during your fellowship year.
- Students from all fields of study are encouraged to apply
• Currently hold, or have graduated, with a minimum of a credit average.
• Have completed a learning abroad program in the Asia Pacific. Eligible experiences must:
- Have been undertaken in-person for a minimum of 1 semester (or 4 months)
- Be an approved program conducted through an Australian university
- Have commenced during or after semester 1, 2023
- Have been undertaken at one of the 38 eligible destinations (see FAQ tab for full list)
• Be able to attend:
- The Westpac Scholars Summit in Sydney: April 29-30, 2026
- Leadership Development Residential 1: July 5-10, 2026
- Leadership Development Residential 2: October 4-9, 2026
Value of Scholarship:
Australia-Asia Fellows undertake a fully-funded 9-month leadership development program, including two residential programs exploring four countries across Southeast Asia and includes the following benefits;
i. Covers all expenses to explore the breadth and depth of Southeast Asia through leadership residentials. Residential destinations include Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia and Vietnam..
ii. Build leadership skills, learn about the Asia-Pacific and enhance your Asia-capability during two week-long leadership residentials in Southeast Asia.
iii. Connect with an inspiring network of like-minded game-changers and achievers across all five Westpac scholarship streams and attend exclusive events like the Westpac Scholars Summit held in Sydney. You’ll also have the opportunity to participate in mentoring as part of the W100 Network.
Scholarship Application Guide:
To apply;
i. Complete the online by the above deadline at 5:00pm AEDT
ii. All Scholars are responsible for arranging their own visas for the Leadership Development Program, however a letter of support will be provided if required.
Application Calendar
- Finalist shortlisting: 9-22 December 2025
- National Selection Panel - virtual interviews: 27 Jan - 4 Feb 2026
- Notification of outcome: 12 Feb 2026
Scholarship Website:
Find further information on this scholarship opportunity at the Westpac Asian Exchange Program Page.