Key scholarship details
Application status
Not open yet
Applications open
15 Jun 2026
Applications close
2 Aug 2026
Benefit amount
$1,000 - $10,000
Eligible study level
Undergraduate, Honours
Eligible student type
Domestic students
Eligible study stage
Future study, Current study
Benefit duration
One-off
Summary
The Italian Australian Foundation Bursary is offered to third year and Honours students of Italian descent who are studying the Italian language, history and/or culture and are experiencing financial need.
About the donor
The Italian Australian Foundation seeks to improve the lives of people of Italian origin and descent, through the delivery of services to the community and by providing opportunities for students to undertake professional development. In this spirit, the Foundation supports a broad program of fellowships and bursaries designed to provide opportunities for students to undertake further studies, skills specialisation and vocational training.
Benefits
This scholarship provides a one-off payment of between $1000 to $10,000 depending on the applicant pool.
Amount:
$1,000 - $10,000
Duration:
One-off
Quantity:
At least 1
Eligibility and selection criteria
Eligibility
To be considered for this bursary, you must:
- Be enrolled in the third year or enrolled/enrolling in the Honours year in Italian Studies
- Demonstrate financial disadvantage
- Be of Italian descent
- Be an Australian permanent resident or citizen
Selection criteria
Eligible students are selected on the basis of financial need.
Conditions
Students must:
- Accept award online within 21 days
- Submit a final report
Study level:
Undergraduate, Honours
Student type:
Domestic students
Study stage type:
Future study, Current study
Study area:
Arts, humanities and social sciences
Need help understanding the process?
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How to apply
You must submit an online application and include:
- A 300-500 word statement outlining how the bursary would positively impact your life and assist with your academic work, with reference to the importance of Italian language, history and/or culture to your studies
- Evidence of a complete and submitted University of Melbourne Student Financial Assessment form
- At least one academic reference
- Current statement of results
- Copy of Australian residency or citizenship
- Copy of proof of Italian descent (e.g., a copy of your parent's or grandparent's passport, birth certificate, citizenship certificate or death certificate). The selection committee may request a certified copy at a later date
- Any other information to support your application that may assist the committee in making its decision
For further queries contact: Faculty of Arts - Scholarships and Prizes
When will I know the outcome?
Applicants are advised of the outcome via email within 8-10 weeks.
For University of Melbourne Student Financial Assessment awards, delays are common due to the timing of data processing.
Status:
Not open yet
Recipient feedback
My trip to Trieste last year has benefited my academic development in many ways, allowing me to refine and develop my language skills. The immersive experience equipped me with an understanding of the Italian language and culture, which I have always wanted to achieve.
Justin Rousis
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