Australia Awards Mekong-Australia Partnership
(AA-MAP) Scholarships in Thailand
In Thailand, Australia Awards Scholarships are funded by the Australian Government’s Mekong-Australia Partnership (MAP). MAP aims to support a resilient and inclusive Mekong subregion that pursues joint solutions to shared and transboundary challenges.
Scholarship Benefits
The Australia Awards Mekong-Australia Partnership Scholarships offer the same benefits as the broader Australia Awards program, with additional exclusive access to an on-award enrichment through the Mekong Leaders Network.
Priority Fields of Study
The priority areas of study for MAP-funded scholarships include water security, climate action, combatting transnational crime, economic resilience and subregional integration, and gender equality, disability equity and social inclusion (GEDSI).
Australia Awards Mekong-Australia Partnership Intake 2026 Thailand Country Profile
This document includes the key information for Thailand citizens applying for Australia Awards Mekong-Australia Scholarships Intake 2026.
Australia Awards Scholarships Policy Handbook
This handbook provides essential information for managing or participating in Australia Awards Scholarships.
Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS)
Applicants are recommended to use the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS) for course selection.
Intake 2026 applications for Master’s degree study open 1 February 2025 to 30 April 2025
Australia Awards Scholarships are prestigious international awards offered by the Australian Government to the next generation of global leaders in developing countries. Through study and research, recipients develop the skills and knowledge to drive change and help build enduring people-to-people links with Australia.
Besides AAS, the Australian Government will provide additional scholarships under the Mekong-Australia Partnership (MAP) this year. These scholarships offer exclusive access to an on-award enrichment program and create opportunities for enduring connections between MAP scholars across the Mekong subregion.
Applicants are assessed on their professional and personal qualities, academic competence and, most importantly, their potential to impact on development challenges in Vietnam.
Applications are strongly encouraged from women, people with disability and other marginalised groups. A support scheme is available to assist equal participation by people with disability and from other marginalised groups.
For Australia Awards in Vietnam Intake 2026, studies commence from June 2026 and be subject to approval of Government of Australia and Government of Vietnam.
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 [email protected].
How can I apply for the Australia Awards Mekong-Australia Partnership (AA-MAP) scholarships?
Similar to Australia Awards scholarships, applicants can apply for the AA-MAP scholarships on https://oasis.dfat.gov.au/
Can I apply for both an Australia Awards scholarships and the Australia Awards Mekong-Australia Partnership scholarships?
In Thailand, only the Australia Awards Mekong-Australia Partnership scholarships are available. Please select “Australia Awards Mekong-Australia Partnership scholarships” in the OASIS system when submitting your application.
What are the differences between the Australia Awards scholarships and the Australia Awards Mekong-Australia Partnership scholarships?
- The eligibility criteria, application process and the benefits are similar. Please refer to the Australia Awards Scholarships Policy Handbook | Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
- Mekong-Australia Partnership offers additional Australia Awards Scholarships at postgraduate (Master’s) level to undertake coursework or research in MAP thematic areas. Recipients will have exclusive access to the Mekong Leaders Network. For more information, please visit Australia Awards Mekong-Australia Partnership.
I am considering applying for the Australia Awards Mekong-Australia Partnership scholarships next year. Will the scholarships be available in the next intake?
Yes, the Australia Awards Mekong-Australia Partnership scholarships are ongoing and will be available next year.
Can I select a Master in Public Health?
Yes, as long as the course is at the Master’s level, whether it is a coursework program or a research program, and you can demonstrate in your application how this degree aligns with and is relevant to the MAP key thematic areas.
Do I need to apply for a university now?
No, university placement will be arranged after you become a successful awardee.
I can’t find Thailand under the application country on OASIS system.
Please select AA-MAP scheme when creating your application.
Can I apply if I already have a master’s degree?
Yes, if you do not have a PhD and your proposed study does not duplicate your previous qualifications. It is important you clearly demonstrate in your application why and how the AA-MAP scholarship will enable you to address shared and transboundary challenges in the Mekong subregion.