Study in PNG

Applications for 2025 in-PNG scholarships are now closed. Information on applying for future rounds will be provided here when available. 

About Australia Awards in-PNG Scholarships

Australia Awards In-PNG Scholarships provide training in priority areas identified by the Papua New Guinean and Australian Governments and are delivered through selected partner institutions in PNG. Women, people with disability and people from rural and remote locations are encouraged to apply for an In-PNG Scholarship.

In-PNG Scholarships are available in four study areas:

Benefits of Australia Awards In-PNG Scholarships 

  • mobilisation and demobilisation travel to and from your province of residence to your chosen institution
  • medical kit (for nursing and midwifery awardees)
  • ‘reunion’ travel at Christmas if you are undertaking a program of study for more than 12 months
  • all tuition fees, and on-campus accommodation (if you are residing on-campus)
  • a one-off establishment allowance
  • a fortnightly contribution to your living expenses
  • contribution to medical expense for your study duration
  • on-award enrichment programs including support to prepare to enter the workforce on graduation
  • membership for one year as an associate member of the PNG- Australia Alumni Association (on successful graduation)

In-PNG Scholarships Stories

New generation of female scholars making their mark

New generation of female scholars making their mark

When Euodia Mosoro (pictured above, left) decided to develop her public health expertise through post-graduate study in Australia, she was driven by personal connections as much as professional ones. Euodia, from East Sepik, describes herself as a second-generation...

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Graduates giving back for PNG health

Graduates giving back for PNG health

As PNG continues its response to the global COVID-19 pandemic, Australia Awards Short Course graduates are sharing their health sector expertise around the country – at a time when this is more important than ever. Twenty-three PNG health professionals from 11...

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