Aim of the AwardsAim of the Awards
Development of internationally aware, skilled future
leaders
Building human capital with an Asia focus
Establishment of enduring education and professional
linkages
Australian Applicants:
Prime Minister’s Australia Asia Endeavour Postgraduate Awards (20)
Prime Minister’s Australia Asia Endeavour Undergraduate Awards (20)
International Applicants:
Prime Minister’s Australia Asia Endeavour Postgraduate Awards (10)
Awards offered from 2010Awards offered from 2010
2010 Focus Countries2010 Focus Countries
China (including Hong Kong and Macau SARs) IndiaIndonesiaJapanMalaysiaSingaporeRepublic of KoreaTaiwanThailandVietnam
Opportunities for Award Opportunities for Award HoldersHolders
Build professional networks throughout Asia
Experience unique education systems
Be recognised in a high profile Award
Opportunities for UniversitiesOpportunities for Universities
Develop and enhance links throughout Asia
Build profiles in the Asia region
Involvement in the nomination of students for the Awards
$3,000 per successful nominated applicant to help with the
internship placement
Structure of AwardStructure of Award
Stage 1
Study component for up to 12 months (6 months or 1 semester minimum)
Stage 2
Internship or work placement component for up to 12 months (2 months minimum)
InternshipInternship
Compulsory for Undergraduate Award holders
Strongly encouraged for Postgraduate Award holders
Between two and 12 months duration
Can be undertaken with more than one employer
Selection Criteria and EligibilitySelection Criteria and Eligibility
High-level academic achievement
Well defined study or research program
Relevant proposal
Potential to foster ongoing collaboration and cooperation
Community engagement
Unique achievement or outstanding service
Required DocumentsRequired Documents
Application form
Proof of academic achievement
Referee report
Confirmation of affiliation or offer of acceptance from the host university
TimelineTimeline
July to Sept Applications open and Universities will have their own internal timelines for applications
30 Sept Nominations from Universities due to DEEWR
October Applications assessed by independent selection panel
Early Nov Outcome announced and Award Holders informed
Late Nov Event in Canberra for Award Holders and Universities
Website Website
For further information including a list of University Contact Officers for Australian applicants please go to:
www.endeavour.deewr.gov.au/PMs_Awards/
General DEEWR email for the Prime Minister’s Awards: [email protected]