AusAID Scholarship Variations

Scholarship variations will only be considered if there are no other options that will allow you to successfully complete your course. Refer to the AusAID Scholarship Handbook for more information. It is important that you discuss any academic issues you have the AusAID Officer, so that we can determine the best course of action.

Transfers

A transfer will only be approved if:

The new course can be completed within your original scholarship period
The new course is relevant with your country's program priorities and the Partner Government requirements

Refer to the AusAID Scholarship Handbook for more detailed information.

Suspending your scholarship

You can suspend your scholarship if you are ill or have family/personal issues. You must return to your home country during the suspension period, this includes accompanied families.
The maximum suspension period is 12 months.

Refer to the AusAID Scholarship Handbook for more detailed information.

Extensions

An extension will be considered after all other options have been explored. Only one extension can be approved from the second year of your course. The maximum extension period is 6 months.
Applying for an extension:

Talk to your supervisor/course coordinator if you think that you are unable to complete the course by your award end date

Contact the AusAID Officer to discuss your options
The AusAID Officer will assess the extension request and may require further information from the student and faculty.
The AusAID Officer will submit an extension request to the AusAID office in your home country. It will then be considered by AusAID and your country's government. This can take up to two months.
The AusAID Officer will contact you when the outcome of your application is known.

Refer to the AusAID Scholarship Handbook for more detailed information.

Last reviewed: 19 May, 2011