ACS Foundation ICT Scholarships

Critères d'éligibilité

Undergraduate and postgraduate IT/ICT/Computer Science students at Australian universities. Many awards open to international students; specific awards prioritize women in IT and Indigenous students.

Présentation du programme

## What it covers\n- AUD $3,000–$10,000 per scholarship\n- Paid internship with sponsoring employer\n- ACS Professional membership and mentoring\n\n## Recruiter Tips for African Applicants\n- ICT is on Australia's Skilled Occupation List — major boost for Subclass 485 → 189/190 migration pathway.\n- ACS membership (free as a student) is a prerequisite for the migration skills assessment, so join early.\n- Women in IT scholarships are renewed annually — African women in CS/IT should apply early in semester 1.\n- The internship is often the most valuable component — most ACS Foundation interns receive graduate offers. ## Eligibility snapshot Undergraduate and postgraduate IT/ICT/Computer Science students at Australian universities. Many awards open to international students; specific awards prioritize women in IT and Indigenous students. ## Required documents - Certified academic transcripts (WAEC / KCSE / NSC + degree certificates where applicable) - Passport bio-data page (valid 6+ months beyond intended visa start) - English proficiency proof (IELTS 6.0–7.0 overall, or TOEFL iBT / PTE Academic / Duolingo where the provider accepts it) - CV/résumé with full education and work history - Personal statement or motivation letter (typically 500–1000 words) - Two academic or professional references on letterhead - Conditional or full Letter of Offer from the host university (where the scholarship is post-offer) - Financial declaration showing ability to cover any costs not funded by the scholarship ## Application steps 1. **Confirm fit** — re-read the official eligibility criteria on the provider's site and check the current intake window. 2. **Apply for admission** — most Australian scholarships require a conditional or full Letter of Offer before scholarship assessment. 3. **Prepare evidence** — gather certified transcripts, English test scores, references, and identity documents as PDFs. 4. **Submit the scholarship application** — through the university's scholarship portal or the dedicated provider link, before the published deadline. 5. **Track outcomes** — most awards are announced 4–10 weeks after the deadline. If awarded, accept formally and request your CoE. 6. **Apply for the Subclass 500 student visa** — book biometrics, complete the medical exam, and lodge the visa with your CoE, OSHC, and proof of funds.

Le descriptif détaillé du bailleur reste en anglais, car c'est la langue du dossier de candidature.

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