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Be empowered with an Australia Awards Scholarship
Become a leader for development and reach further with an Australia Awards Scholarship.
Experience a world-class education in the land Down Under with an Australia Awards Scholarship.
Make limitless connections with an Australia Awards Scholarship
Make a difference with an Australia Awards Scholarships
Be inspired by stories of positive change led by outstanding Australia-educated Filipinos.
Experience the possibilities with an Australia Awards Scholarship
Australia Awards is the prestigious scholarship offered by the Australian Government to Filipinos who have the potential to contribute to the country’s development and become leaders in their chosen field.
Are you an applicant, awardee, partner organisation or mentor? Check out the link below for useful information on the Australia Awards Scholarships.
Be a part of the Australia Alumni in the Philippines Community
Are you a graduate of an Australian university? Did you complete a training or a short course conducted by an Australian registered training organisation? Don’t miss out on the opportunity to stay connected with your fellow alumni and build and mobilise your professional networks. Visit our alumni page to know more about the activities of the Australia Alumni in the Philippines.
Sign up to get the latest updates on our alumni community.
News and Updates
Thirty scholars are back to make a difference in the Philippines
Welcome home, Australia Awards scholars!
Australia's Ambassador to the Philippines HK Yu welcomed 30 returning scholars as they begin turning their learnings into action – driving change in their communities and organisations.
Australia Awards alumni come together for coastal cleanup
With Australia Awards, you don’t just earn a world-class education – you join a global network of leaders and changemakers!
Our alumni team came together for a coastal cleanup in the Las Pinas-Parañaque Critical Habitat and Eco Tourism Area. They also had a knowledge-sharing session to inspire future collaborations for the environment.
Australia-educated Filipinos: a powerful force shaping a more innovative, resilient and prosperous future
Manila, Philippines - The Australian Embassy recently honoured outstanding Australia-educated Filipinos at the Australia Alumni Excellence Awards. The annual awards night recognises exceptional contributions to innovation, education and industry.
Australia Awards Alumni in Southeast Asia and the Pacific work together to address gender equality, disability and social inclusion (GEDSI) in climate action
Over 140 alumni from across the region gathered in the Philippines for the 2nd Regional GEDSI Alumni Leadership Summit. With the theme “GEDSI-liency: A Collaborative Journey towards Inclusive Climate Action,” the event kicked off with inspiring talks from Australia Awards alumni who are GEDSI champions in their countries followed by learning trips to alumni-led institutions and programs in Manila.
The alumni discussed good practices of inclusive actions and community resilience in different contexts and developed solutions that are relevant for their own communities and countries.
To learn more about the Summit, visit https://www.gedsi.org
Australia alumni in Mindanao discuss ways to rediscover and enhance Davao City’s spaces through placemaking
Australia is supporting Davao City to rediscover and improve the quality of its public spaces and enhance community connection through placemaking.
Placemaking is a widespread practice in Australia that focuses on building and improving the quality of public spaces, connecting communities, and improving the life of the people who use these spaces. Led by Placemaking Davao and fellows who attended the Australia Awards Placemaking Sandbox Fellowship hosted by University of Melbourne, Melbourne School of Design and Place Agency, the event featured knowledge sharing sessions and learning excursions in the city. Daghang salamat to our placemaking fellows, alumni and partners in Davao City who joined the event!
Australia-educated Filipinos strengthen peace and development in Mindanao
Australia Awards alumni gathered in Davao City to discuss how to keep driving positive change at the local level by implementing their Re-Entry Action Plans following studies in Australia.
With over 800 Australia-educated Filipinos in Mindanao, our Alumni are making significant contributions across business, academia, development work and government service.
Make a difference with Australia Awards
Pioneering the first financial technology (FinTech) course in the University of the Philippines
Empowered by his Master of Commerce in Enterprise Systems and Business Design from University of New South Wales, Ramon Carlo Pio Roda designed the first Financial Technology (FinTech) course at the University of the Philippines Diliman’s Virata School of Business. Pio developed the course to prepare Filipino students for the global market and empower them to thrive in the evolving financial landscape. “The financial technology course was designed to equip students with the skills needed to thrive in a highly competitive global job market,” he said.
In 2025, Pio was awarded Young Achiever at the Australia Alumni Excellence Awards for his pioneering initiative. Designing the FinTech course was his re-entry action plan (REAP) for Australia Awards Scholarships.
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My Australia Awards Story
My Australia Awards Story: Gaining new perspectives
From having globally recognised professors to experiencing world-class facilities, human rights lawyer Fermina Carmen Agudo considers her university life a memorable experience in Australia.
My Australia Awards Story: Adventure of a lifetime
From experiencing four seasons to gaining new life perspectives, Patricia considers her Australia Awards journey as an adventure of a lifetime.
Story Bites
Awardees
Filipino scholar leads workshop on financial literacy
Australia Awards scholars learn together and grow together.
Khen Enriquez recently led a workshop on financial literacy and scam prevention for fellow scholars – a great example of how this tight-knit community supports and empowers each other.
When they return home, these scholars join the wider Australia Global Alumni network, opening doors to lifelong connections and opportunities.
Alumni
Meet Australia Awards Alumna Kritzia Santos
Meet Kritzia – an Australia Awards alumna and climate action champion! She and her team are equipping young Filipinos with the knowledge and leadership skills to deliver environmental initiatives in their schools and communities.
With support from the Australia Alumni Grants Scheme, Kritzia is bringing climate education to kids across Metro Manila – turning awareness into action!
Australia Awards goes beyond scholarships – it empowers alumni to create real change.
Short Course
Spotlight on Australia Awards Short Course on Agile Leadership
They say change is the only constant – and in today’s tech-driven world, staying ahead is key.
Under the Philippines-Australia Strategic Partnership, an Australia Awards short course delivered valuable insights in digital transformation and leadership for 30 Department of Budget and Management officials.
