- Scholarships
The application process
The application process and online portal for Australia Awards Mekong-Australia Partnership (AA-MAP) scholarships will be the same as for the Australia Awards Scholarships. Applicants can apply for an AA-MAP scholarship to undertake coursework or research in MAP thematic areas of water security, climate resilience, combatting transnational crime, economic resilience and subregional integration; and gender equality, disability equity and social inclusion (GEDSI).
Applicants from Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam and Myanmar can choose to apply for both an Australian Awards Scholarship and an AA-MAP scholarship in their respective countries.
Applicants from Thailand can apply for an AA-MAP scholarship only.
Applicants interested in becoming AA-MAP scholars should demonstrate their plans or share past experiences that contribute to building a more resilient and inclusive Mekong subregion, which embraces joint solutions to shared and transboundary challenges.
There are no costs associated with applying for the Australia Awards Mekong-Australia Partnership Scholarships or with accepting an award offer. Applicants should not make any payments to individuals or organisations claiming to represent the scholarship program.
Scholarship applications are now open
Applications for Intake 2027 will open on 1 February at 5:00 AM (Bangkok time) and will close on 30 April 2026 at 11:00 AM (Bangkok time).
Online information session for applicants from Thailand
Session conducted in Thai.
Open to attendees from Thailand.
No pre-registration required.
Date : 1 April 2026
Time : 17:30 – 19:30 (UTC+7)
Meeting link: click here
Meeting ID: 836 4208 9703
Passcode: aamap
Australia Awards promotes equality and participation by all groups in society. This includes women, people with disability and people from excluded and marginalised groups.
Frequently Asked Questions
The following are commonly asked questions by Australia Awards Mekong-Australia Partnership Scholarships applicants. If you have a question that is not answered here, please contact us at
FAQ
Where can I get more information about Australia Awards Mekong-Australia Partnership (AA-MAP) Scholarship?
Please visit Australia Awards Mekong-Australia Partnership or DFAT Australia Awards MAP.
What is an AA-MAP Scholarship?
AA-MAP Scholarships provide an opportunity for individuals from Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, Thailand and Myanmar to undertake postgraduate (Master’s level) study at a leading university in Australia.
AA-MAP Scholarships also enable scholars to develop the skills, knowledge and networks to drive change and contribute to development in their home countries and the Mekong subregion, while maintaining strong links to Australia.
For general information about AA-MAP Scholarships, visit Australia Awards Mekong-Australia Partnership.
Can I apply for both Australia Awards Scholarship (AAS) and Australia Awards Mekong-Australia Partnership (AA-MAP) Scholarship?
Yes, you can!
Do I need to submit a separated application for AA-MAP?
Yes. Applicants need to submit a separated AA-MAP application at https://oasis.dfat.gov.au/
Can I copy and paste my AAS and AA-MAP application
Yes, but the more your AA-MAP application can showcase why your chosen study courses and future plan are relevant to Mekong-Australia Partnership, the more chance you will get shortlisted.
Which scholarship is easier to get?
It depends on how strongly you answer the application questions. Focus on aligning with Mekong development priorities, showing your contributions and commitments, and explaining how you’ll use the scholarship for regional impact after
What are the MAP thematic areas / priority areas of study?
The MAP thematic areas include water security, climate resilience, combatting transnational crime, economic resilience and subregional integration and gender equality, disability equity and social inclusion (GEDSI). You can learn more about MAP in the DFAT website or email us at [email protected].
What is the Mekong Leaders Network?
The Mekong Leaders Network aims to support AA-MAP scholarship recipients by strengthening cross-cohort connections, deepening understanding of shared Mekong challenges and regional cooperation, and enhancing alumni leadership capacity to contribute to development outcomes aligned with MAP thematic areas.
To achieve this, AA-MAP scholarship recipients will participate in a series of workshops and learning activities on leadership, communications and networking. These activities will take place before the scholars depart for Australia and during their scholarship period.
View highlights from the Mekong Leaders Network here: On‑Award Enrichment Activities