La Trobe Artificial Intelligence Scholarship 2026

La Trobe University has a bold ambition to transform research, education, and student support by applying an ‘AI-first’ approach, supported by a new partnership with Microsoft Australia and New Zealand and leading cyber security provider CyberCX.

Artificial intelligence is one of the most transformative fields in technology today. Revolutionising industries from healthcare to finance, AI is offering solutions to complex problems and creating new possibilities. At La Trobe, our students gain essential skills in programming, data analysis, and machine learning, equipping them to shape the future of technology. As AI continues to evolve, so will the strong demand for artificial intelligence professionals in the public and private sectors, including opportunities in digital healthcare, smart manufacturing, smart cities, sustainable energy infrastructure, precision agriculture and more.

Be a part of this exciting future with our Artificial Intelligence scholarship which provides a 50 or 100% reduction in annual tuition fees for international students enrolled in any of the following courses in 2026, covering the full duration of their studies: 

• Bachelor of Computer Science
• Bachelor of Information Technology (AI/Cloud Analytics/Data Science major)
• Bachelor of Science (AI/Data Science major)
• Master of Artificial Intelligence
• Master of Data Science
• Master of Information Technology (AI)
• Master of Quantum IT

• Table of Content
• About La Trobe University
• La Trobe University Undergraduate Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of La Trobe University Undergraduate Scholarship
• La Trobe University Undergraduate Scholarship Courses
• Requirements for La Trobe University Undergraduate Scholarship Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for La Trobe University Undergraduate Scholarship
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

La Trobe University Undergraduate Scholarship

Aim and Benefits of La Trobe University Undergraduate Scholarship

• A reduction of either 50% or 100% off the total course tuition fee.

La Trobe University Undergraduate Scholarship Courses

• Artificial Intelligence
• Computer Science
• Data Science
• Information Technology
• Quantum IT
• Science

Requirements for La Trobe University Undergraduate Scholarship Qualification

To be eligible to apply for this scholarship, applicants must:

• Be a citizen of a country other than Australia or New Zealand.
• Not be a humanitarian or other permanent visa holder.
• Be a full fee-paying student (non-sponsored).
• Be applying for direct entry into one of the courses listed above. Other students are not eligible.
• Commence their studies at any of the La Trobe University Victorian campuses in 2026.
• Meet the University's English language requirements and all other conditions stated on the Offer Letter.
• Obtain an offer letter before selection for the scholarship. Exceptions must be approved by La Trobe University. All students must have passed Genuine Student assessment, including financial checks before they can be considered for this scholarship.

Interview date, Process and Venue for La Trobe University Undergraduate Scholarship

Recipients of the scholarship shall be selected by the University based on their:

• Outstanding academic performance (minimum WAM* requirement 70)
• English language proficiency
• Written statement received in the application form. 

The final number of successful candidates will be determined through a thorough evaluation process and confirmed by La Trobe University.

*A WAM is an average mark that takes into account the credit point value of the subjects that you have completed. It is based on the actual mark of all subjects completed in your course at any given time.

Check also:
Erasmus Mundus Scholarship 2027
Global Korea Scholarship 2027

Application Deadline

How to Apply

• Complete the following application form in full: Semester 2/Term 4/Term 5 2026 application form or Summer /Term 6 2026 application form

Please note that this scholarship will not be automatically considered.

Eligible applicants will need to submit an application for their desired course(s) and intake and be in receipt of an offer.

• Students must prepare a maximum 250-word statement explaining "Beyond academic achievement, what specific difference do you hope to make in your field or community after completing your degree at La Trobe University?" and submit it in the application form.

For more information, kindly visit La Trobe University webpage.