Swinburne Welcome Scholarships 2026 Now Open
Are you an asylum seeker, refugee, or international student on a humanitarian visa looking for a life-changing study opportunity in Australia? Swinburne University of Technology has just announced that applications for the Swinburne Welcome Scholarships 2026 are officially open!
These prestigious scholarships are designed to support future students holding humanitarian or protection visas, giving them the chance to pursue higher education without the financial burden of tuition fees.
Who Can Apply?
The scholarships are open to holders of the following visa categories:
- Bridging Visa ‘E’ (BVE) – Subclass V050
- Temporary Protection Visa (TPV) – Subclass V785
- Safe Haven Enterprise Visa (SHEV) – Subclass V790
- Temporary Humanitarian Concern Visa – Subclass V786
Note: Holders of Bridging Visa ‘A’ and those who entered on a standard Student Visa are not eligible.
Eligible Courses
The Welcome Scholarships apply to a select range of programs at Swinburne, including:
- Undergraduate degrees
- UniLink Diplomas
- Vocational Education Diplomas & Advanced Diplomas
Exclusions: Swinburne Online courses, professional degree programs, and the Bachelor of Aviation.
What’s Included?
This is more than just a tuition waiver — it’s a full support package:
- Full fee waiver for your chosen course
- Materials fees covered for Vocational Education programs
- Concession fees covered for ASVET Certificate courses
- Up to $7,500 per year stipend for TPV and SHEV holders (if the course is longer than 12 months)
Important: Students must ensure they have other means of financial support (such as part-time work), as government income support may stop once enrolled.
Application Requirements
To apply, you must:
- Submit a course application (via VTAC if you’re a Year 12 student, or directly to Swinburne if not).
- Provide a 300-word personal statement highlighting your community involvement, volunteer work, leadership potential, and future contributions.
- Show evidence of financial hardship (e.g., health care card, bank statements, youth allowance, etc.).
- Submit a reference letter (written within the last 12 months) supporting your statement.
Apply: https://www.swinburne.edu.au/study/options/scholarships/334/swinburne-welcome-scholarships-2026/
Application Deadline: Friday, 14 November 2025
Register for one-on-one support here: Swinburne Admissions Appointment
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