The Cook Government is continuing efforts to attract international students to WA, with students from India, Indonesia, Vietnam, Kenya, Brazil, Hong Kong and Zimbabwe receiving the inaugural Premier’s University Scholarship.
The nine recipients are split between WA’s five universities with each scholarship worth $50,000.
The scholarships are available annually for eligible international students at Curtin University, Edith Cowan University, Murdoch University, the University of Notre Dame Fremantle, and the University of Western Australia.
Each university will award two recipients annually over the next three years.
The Premier’s University Scholarship program is a part of the $41.2 million boost to international education, which was announced in the 2022-23 State Budget.
Applications are now open for Semester 1, 2024. For more information visit https://www.wa.gov.au/WAPUS
As stated by Premier Roger Cook:
“International education is a key sector for Western Australia’s economic diversification agenda and attracting top talent to our State is an important part of building a pipeline of skilled workers.
“It’s great to see our new University Scholarship program has been successful in attracting high-preforming talent from a diverse range of markets to our universities.”
As stated by International Education Minister David Templeman:
“Congratulations to all 9 recipients of the Premier’s University Scholarship. It is a great achievement to be awarded, and we look forward to welcoming these students from across the world.
“The Premier’s University Scholarship program is a fantastic opportunity for the WA Government to invest in the future of international students in the state.
“International students are an asset to WA, bringing their diverse range of experiences and cultures to our universities and community.”
Premier’s University Scholarship 2023 Recipients
Recipient’s Name | Country of Origin | Field of Study | University | Permission |
Asep Badrujamaludin | Indonesia | Doctor of Philosophy (Science Natural and Built Environments Research) | Edith Cowan University | Yes |
Chun Esther Yuen | Hong Kong | Master of Counselling | The University of Notre Dame | Yes |
Camila Goes Tavares | Brazil | Master of Counselling | The University of Notre Dame | Yes |
Goldine Achudi | Kenya | Master of Community Development | Murdoch University | |
Mohit Kumar | India | Master of Science (Food Science and Technology) | Curtin University | Yes |
Raiza Varghese | India | Master of Business Information and Logistics Management | The University of Western Australia | Yes |
Sandra Jo | India | Master of Professional Engineering (Chemical Engineering) | Curtin University | Yes |
Tien Trung Pham | Vietnam | Master of Data Science | The University of Western Australia | Yes |
Yvonne Tatenda Chifamba | Zimbabwe | Master of Health Administration, Policy and Leadership | Murdoch University | Yes |
