Macquarie University 2025 Taiwan Travel Grant

The donors have established the Scholarship Fund to provide support for domestic and international students enrolled at Macquarie University who intend to undertake study abroad at a university in Taiwan, or participate in a short-term academic program in Taiwan, as part of their undergraduate or postgraduate degree. The Fund aims to foster a deeper understanding and immersion in Taiwanese culture.

• Table of Content
• About Macquarie University
• Taiwan Travel Grant
• Aim and Benefits of Taiwan Travel Grant
• Taiwan Travel Grant Courses
• Requirements for Taiwan Travel Grant Qualification
• Documents Required for Application
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Macquarie University

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Taiwan Travel Grant

Aim and Benefits of Taiwan Travel Grant

The scholarship provides a one-off payment of $3,500.

Taiwan Travel Grant Courses

Requirements for Taiwan Travel Grant Qualification

To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be an Australian or International Student.
• Be commencing or continuing student, enrolled part-time or full-time.
• Continuing students must have maintained a minimum WAM of 60.
• Be enrolled in Faculty of Arts (FOA) programs, including those undertaking double degrees, provided at least one of their degrees is within the Faculty.
• Have received a Confirmation or offer of participation in an intended exchange or short-term program in Taiwan, facilitated by the Mobility team.

Documents Required for Application

Applicants are required to submit the following materials:

• Statement of purpose (300–500 words): a personal statement outlining:
  • your motivation for studying in Taiwan
  • any relevant experience or coursework related to Taiwan
  • how the program fits with your academic or career goals
  • how you hope to promote Australia–Taiwan understanding
  • any financial challenges the grant would help address.
• Proof of enrolment in Taiwan-related study: documentation showing current or intended enrolment in Taiwan-focused language, cultural, or area studies at a host institution in Taiwan.
• Evidence of academic merit: a current academic transcript or other evidence demonstrating strong academic performance.
• Evidence of engagement potential: any materials that demonstrate cultural curiosity, initiative, or past engagement with Taiwanese or broader East Asian communities (eg volunteer work, projects, event participation).
• Referee statement (optional): a short academic or professional reference supporting your application (maximum one page).

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details, visit Macquarie University Scholarship webpage