The John Allwright Fellowship (JAF) is a competitive, merit-based program available to scientists or economists from partner countries currently or recently involved in ACIAR research projects. It offers the opportunity to obtain formal postgraduate qualifications at an Australian tertiary institution. The primary aim of the Fellowship is to strengthen scientific research capability and institutional links in ACIAR partner countries to undertake high-quality and impactful research.

 

• Host Country: Australia
• Scholarship Provider: ACIAR (Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research)
• Program Name: John Allwright Fellowship (JAF)
• Study Level: Master by Research / PhD
• Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
• Program System: Administered under Australia Awards
• Application Period: 1 February – 30 April 2026

JAF provides the same benefits as Australia Awards plus additional ACIAR support:

• Full tuition fees
• Return international airfare
• Establishment allowance
• Fortnightly living allowance (CLE)
• Introductory Academic Program (IAP)
• Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
• Pre-course English training (if required)
• Academic support services
• Fieldwork travel funding (if eligible)

Additional benefits:

• Dedicated pastoral care via JAF Support Facility
• Professional networking & training
• Access to ACIAR Alumni network
• Career development support

Scholars must:

• Sign an agreement with the Australian Government
• Return to home country for minimum 2 years after completion
• Comply with visa and academic regulations

Failure to return may require repayment of scholarship costs.

Applicants must:

• Be a citizen of an ACIAR partner country
• Not hold Australian citizenship or permanent residency
• Be currently employed on long-term contract
• Be actively involved in an ACIAR research project (within last 24 months)
• Hold a degree equivalent to an Australian Bachelor

• Submit a research proposal aligned with:

  • Climate change

  • Gender equity

  • National development priorities

 

 

• Have employer & project leader endorsements
• Meet English language requirements

Mandatory:

• Proof of citizenship
• Passport copy
• Certified degree & transcripts
• Research proposal
• Employer endorsement
• Project leader referee reports
• Supervisor endorsement letter

Recommended:

• CV
• English test score
• Publication list
• Supporting academic documents

Applications are submitted via OASIS (Australia Scholarships System):

1. Register an account in OASIS
2. Select ACIAR John Allwright Fellowship
3. Upload all documents
4. Submit before deadline

To learn more about eligibility and the application process, visit: HERE