The Australia-Asia Fellowship is a bold step towards shaping the next generation of leaders who will navigate the challenges of our region through cultural agility and connection beyond borders. It is designed to empower high-potential leaders already engaging with Asia to take their impact to the next level through a culturally immersive, 9-month leadership development program. 

The Fellowship is valued at $16,000. This funds Fellow participation for most aspects of the program, including airfares, accommodation, logistics, transportation, meals, and other expenses. Please note, you do not receive any in-pocket funding as part of this Fellowship, all expenses are paid on your behalf directly to the program organisers.

Fellows will:

• Attend the Westpac Scholars Summit – introducing them into our vibrant W100 Network
• Participate in two 5-day Leadership Development Residentials in the Asia-Pacific
  • Residential One: 4 days Singapore; 1 day Johor Bahru, Malaysia
  • Residential Two: 3 days Jakarta, Indonesia; 3 days Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
• Participate in several online workshops and modules that complement the Residential programs and enhance Asia-capability
• Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
• Be studying full-time at one of our 14 participating Australian universities (undergraduate or postgraduate) during their Fellowship year.
• Currently hold, or have graduated, with a minimum of a credit average.
• Have completed a study abroad or internship program in the Asia-Pacific. Find out more about eligible Asia-Pacific experiences on our website.
• Be able to attend Westpac Scholars Summit and 2x Leadership Development Residentials

Who will Australia-Asia Fellows be?

To be eligible, applicants must:

• Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
• Be studying full-time at one of our 14 participating Australian universities (undergraduate or postgraduate) during their Fellowship year.
• Currently hold, or have graduated, with a minimum of a credit average.
• Have completed a study abroad or internship program in the Asia-Pacific. Find out more about eligible Asia-Pacific experiences on our website.
• Be able to attend Westpac Scholars Summit and 2x Leadership Development Residentials

For more information, including FAQ's, please visit Westpac.

Application Outcome

The Westpac Scholars will notify applicants the outcome of their application in February 2026.

Contact

Direct all enquiries to Study Overseas ( +61 8 8313 8220)