This is a unique opportunity for Australian students to improve their Indonesian language skills and learn about Indonesian culture while living in Indonesia. The scholarships are for coursework programs and cannot be applied for research purposes. Selection of scholarship recipients will be based on academic results and an application essay which outlines the proposed field of study and how the field of study contributes to strengthening relations between Indonesia and Australia.
The duration of study will depend on the course and may range from one year for postgraduate study to three years for undergraduate study. Applicants must be: under 35 years of age; have completed their secondary education or equivalent; have basic knowledge of the field applied for; provide a physician’s certificate confirming they are in good health; and demonstrate a basic level of written and spoken Indonesian language. The scholarship covers airline tickets, tuition fees, visa costs, monthly living and clothing allowances. The organising body will assist applicants to find accommodation and accommodation costs are included in the living allowance. The following cities are the likely destinations for scholarship recipients: Jogjakarta (Central Java), Bandung (West Java), Padang (West Sumatra) and Manado (North Sulawesi). Applicants may indicate their preferred educational institute however the final decision on institutions will be made by the Indonesian Government.
For details of the scholarship program please contact:
Office of the Education and Cultural Attache
Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia
8 Darwin Ave, Yarralumla, ACT 2600
Tel: (02) 6250 8628
Fax: (02) 6273 6017
Email: educbr@cyberone.com.au or
Ms. Vonny Lisayani – vonny@aei.or.id
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