Notre Dame International Welcome Scholarship Postgraduate 2027 | Study in Australia — University of Notre Dame Australia
The University of Notre Dame Australia extends its undergraduate Welcome Scholarship concept to postgraduate students as well, applying a similar automatic discount for new master’s degree applicants at its Fremantle and Sydney campuses.
About the Scholarship
The Notre Dame International Welcome Scholarship for Postgraduate students provides a 20 percent tuition fee reduction for full fee-paying international students accepting an offer for an eligible CRICOS-registered postgraduate program at Notre Dame’s Fremantle, Perth, or Sydney campus. It is automatically awarded with no separate selection or application process.
Scholarship Benefits
- 20 percent reduction in tuition fees for the eligible postgraduate program
- Automatic award with no separate scholarship application or selection process
- Open year-round rather than tied to a single annual application window
- Applies to study at Notre Dame’s Fremantle, Perth, or Sydney campus
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a full fee-paying international student eligible for a Subclass 500 student visa
- Must accept an admission offer for an eligible CRICOS-registered postgraduate coursework program at the Fremantle or Sydney campus
- Excludes the Doctor of Medicine, Master of Physiotherapy, and all Graduate Certificates
- Must not already hold, or be eligible to hold, Australian permanent residency
- Must not be studying as part of a study abroad or exchange program, and must not already be enrolled in a postgraduate degree at the university
Fields of Study Covered
The scholarship applies across Notre Dame’s eligible postgraduate coursework programs, including business, education, health sciences, and the arts, excluding the Doctor of Medicine, Master of Physiotherapy, and all Graduate Certificates.
Required Documents
- Completed University of Notre Dame Australia postgraduate program application
- Academic transcripts from prior tertiary study
- English-language proficiency test results, if required
- Passport or identification document confirming Subclass 500 visa eligibility
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Apply for admission to an eligible CRICOS-registered postgraduate coursework program at Notre Dame’s Fremantle or Sydney campus
- Confirm your intended program is not excluded, since Doctor of Medicine, Master of Physiotherapy, and Graduate Certificates do not qualify
- Submit complete academic transcripts and English test results with your application
- Accept your admission offer, since this is the trigger for the scholarship being automatically applied
- Review your offer letter once issued to confirm the 20 percent reduction has been included
- Commence study in the session and year indicated in your offer to retain eligibility
Selection Process
Notre Dame automatically awards the scholarship to every eligible postgraduate applicant who accepts an offer meeting the published criteria, with no separate selection panel or interview involved.
Tips to Improve Your Chances
- Confirm your intended postgraduate program is not one of the excluded courses before applying
- Submit a complete and accurate application with all required documents to avoid delays in processing your offer
- Commence study in the exact session and year indicated in your offer, since deferring can affect eligibility
- Students considering the undergraduate equivalent should also look at the Notre Dame International Undergraduate Academic Merit Scholarship for a comparable discount at the bachelor’s level
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to apply separately for this scholarship?
No, it is automatically awarded to every eligible postgraduate applicant who accepts a qualifying admission offer.
Which programs are excluded from this scholarship?
The Doctor of Medicine, Master of Physiotherapy, and all Graduate Certificates are excluded from eligibility.
Is there a specific application deadline?
No, the scholarship is open year-round rather than tied to a single annual deadline, though applicants should apply within the standard admissions timeline for their intended intake.
Can permanent residents of Australia receive this scholarship?
No, students who hold, or are eligible to hold, Australian permanent residency are not eligible for this scholarship.
Does the scholarship apply to study abroad or exchange students?
No, it is not available to students studying as part of a study abroad or exchange program.
Is the 20 percent reduction applied for the whole degree?
Yes, it generally applies for the standard duration of the eligible postgraduate program, provided the student maintains enrollment as indicated in their offer.
Can current Notre Dame postgraduate students receive this scholarship for a new degree?
No, students already enrolled in a postgraduate degree at the university are not eligible for this particular Welcome Scholarship.
Does the scholarship cover living costs?
No, it is a tuition fee reduction only and does not cover accommodation, living costs, or health insurance.