Looking to pursue a master’s degree in Australia without paying the full international tuition price? The International Masters Scholarship 2026 at Edith Cowan University (ECU), Australia is now open for global applicants seeking postgraduate coursework degrees. Designed to attract talented students from dozens of eligible countries, this scholarship offers a direct tuition fee reduction across a wide range of master’s programs in business, IT, engineering, health sciences, and more.
If you’re planning to begin your postgraduate journey in Australia in 2026, this scholarship could significantly reduce your study costs while allowing you to study at one of Western Australia’s most career-focused universities.
While the university has not announced a fixed number of awards, scholarships are granted at ECU’s discretion to suitable international applicants meeting the eligibility requirements.
Your Tuition Relief Plan: What This Scholarship Covers?
The ECU International Masters Scholarship is structured to make postgraduate study more affordable by reducing tuition expenses throughout your program.
Successful recipients will receive:
- 20% reduction in tuition fees for the full duration of the eligible master’s program
- Automatic application of scholarship directly to tuition on a unit-by-unit basis
- Coverage for multiple master’s degrees across business, IT, engineering, education, science, health, and humanities
- Eligibility for students starting in Semester 1 or Semester 2, 2026
- Option to combine the postgraduate program with an approved English or academic pathway course
This scholarship strictly applies to tuition fees and does not cover accommodation, travel, insurance, or personal living expenses.
Who Can Apply for the ECU International Masters Scholarship 2026?
If you’re planning to start a master’s degree in Australia, here’s what you need to qualify for this tuition reduction opportunity.
To be eligible, applicants must:
- Be a citizen of an eligible country listed by ECU (including Pakistan, India, UK, UAE, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Turkey, South Africa, and many more)
- Be classified as an international student (not an Australian citizen, PR, or New Zealand citizen)
- Receive an offer (conditional or full) for an eligible ECU master’s coursework program or pathway package for 2026
- Meet academic and English entry requirements for the selected master’s degree
- Study onshore at ECU campuses in Western Australia (Joondalup, Mount Lawley, City Campus, or South West Bunbury)
- Commence studies in Semester 1 or Semester 2, 2026
- Be a new prospective student (not currently enrolled at ECU)
- Not be receiving the ECU Australian Qualification International Scholarship 2026
- Maintain full-time study load and good academic and financial standing throughout the program
Eligible fields include MBA, Business Analytics, Finance, Cyber Security, Computer Science, Engineering, Public Health, Nursing, Education, Environmental Science, Communication, and many more postgraduate programs.
How to Secure This ECU Australia Scholarship?
The application process is refreshingly straightforward and designed to remove extra paperwork for students.
Step 1: Choose an eligible ECU master’s degree from the available postgraduate coursework programs.
Step 2: Submit your admission application through https://www.ecu.edu.au/scholarships/details/2026-international-masters-scholarship.
Step 3: Receive an offer letter for your chosen program (conditional or full).
Step 4: ECU Admissions will automatically assess you for the International Masters Scholarship — no separate scholarship form required.
Step 5: If selected, you will receive a scholarship confirmation letter along with your course offer.
Step 6: Accept the offer, meet any conditions, and pay the required deposit and Overseas Student Health Cover to secure your place and activate the scholarship.
This automatic assessment model means every eligible applicant is considered without needing a separate scholarship submission.
When Is the Last Date to Apply?
The application window for the ECU International Masters Scholarship 2026 will remain open until 8 August 2026.