La Trobe University is offering a prestigious Artificial Intelligence Scholarship for high-achieving international students looking to study in Australia in 2025.
In partnership with Microsoft Australia and New Zealand and cybersecurity leader CyberCX, La Trobe is committed to advancing research, education, and innovation through an AI-first approach.
This scholarship provides a 50% tuition fee reduction for the full duration of the course for eligible students beginning their studies in Semester 2 or Summer 2025.
Scholarship Summary Table
| Detail | Information |
| Scholarship Name | La Trobe Artificial Intelligence Scholarship |
| Value | 50% reduction in total course tuition fees |
| Opening Date | 13 March 2025 |
| Closing Date | 8 September 2025 |
| Status | Open |
| Who Can Apply | International students applying for eligible undergraduate or postgraduate courses |
| Campuses Available | Melbourne, City, Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo, Mildura, Shepparton |
| Payment Method | Tuition fee discount applied per subject across duration of the course |
| Conditions | Cannot hold other La Trobe scholarships; must accept offer and pay deposit |
| Application Deadline | 23 May 2025 (Semester 2) / 8 September 2025 (Summer) |
About the Scholarship
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming every industry, from healthcare to agriculture. La Trobe is equipping the next generation of tech professionals with vital skills in AI, programming, machine learning, and data analytics.
This scholarship aligns with La Trobe’s mission to become a global leader in AI education and innovation.
Eligible Courses
Students must be enrolled in one of the following programs to be eligible:
- Undergraduate:
- Bachelor of Computer Science
- Bachelor of Commerce (Data Analytics major)
- Bachelor of IT
- Bachelor of Science (AI)
- Postgraduate:
- Master of Artificial Intelligence
- Master of Business Analytics
- Master of Business Information Systems (AI in business)
- Master of Data Science
- Master of Digital Health
- Master of IT (AI)
- Master of Quantum IT
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the scholarship, applicants must:
- Be a citizen of a country other than Australia or New Zealand
- Be applying as a full fee-paying international student
- Not be a permanent resident, humanitarian visa holder, or sponsored student
- Be applying for direct entry into one of the eligible programs
- Begin study at a Victorian La Trobe campus in 2025
- Meet all conditions outlined in the La Trobe Offer Letter
- Complete and submit the appropriate application form:
Additional requirements include:
- Minimum WAM (Weighted Average Mark) of 70
- Meet the University’s English language requirements
- Submit a strong written statement with the application
Note: Students must have a valid offer letter before applying for the scholarship. Exceptions must be formally approved.
Recipient Obligations
- Maintain full-time enrolment and satisfactory academic progress
- Participate in the International Scholarship Program events
- Scholarship cannot be deferred to 2026
- Loss of scholarship may occur if student visa is not secured for 2025
How to Apply
- Apply for your desired course at La Trobe University for Semester 2 or Summer 2025.
- Receive an unconditional offer.
- Complete the scholarship application form before the respective deadline:
- Semester 2 Deadline: Friday, 23 May 2025 – 11:30 PM AEDT
- Summer Deadline: Monday, 8 September 2025 – 11:30 PM AEDT
- Shortlisted applicants may undergo additional assessment, such as interviews or video submissions.
- Scholarship winners will be announced approximately 2 weeks after the deadline.
For more details, visit La Trobe University Scholarship webpage
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