La Trobe AI/Analytics & Insights Scholarship
Background
La Trobe University is driving a bold ambition to transform research, education and student support through an ‘AI-first’ approach, powered by partnerships with Microsoft Australia and New Zealand and leading cyber security provider CyberCX. Artificial intelligence and data analytics are reshaping industries worldwide - offering solutions to complex problems, unlocking insights and creating new possibilities. At La Trobe, you’ll gain essential skills in programming, machine learning and data analysis, preparing you to lead innovation in areas such as digital healthcare, smart manufacturing, sustainable energy, precision agriculture and more. As AI and data continue to evolve, demand for skilled professionals will surge across both public and private sectors.
With access to world-class teaching and industry connections, La Trobe equips you to turn data into meaningful insights and apply AI-driven solutions to real-world challenges. You’ll learn from leading researchers at our Centre for Data Analytics and Cognition (CDAC) and collaborate with global partners like SAS, Microsoft and IBM. From business and healthcare to sports and finance, data and AI drive it all - making these skills highly sought after. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to apply for voluntary internships, gaining hands-on experience with top organisations and building a career in one of the most transformative fields in technology today.
The scholarship provides a 50-100% reduction in annual tuition fees for international students enrolled in the following AI/Data & Analytics-related undergraduate and postgraduate programs:
- Bachelor of Business Analytics
- Bachelor of Commerce (Business Analytics major)
- Bachelor of Computer Science
- Bachelor of Information Technology (Cloud Analytics or Data Science major)
- Bachelor of Science (AI/Data Science major)
- Master of Artificial Intelligence
- Master of Business Analytics
- Master of Business Information Systems (AI in Business)
- Master of Data Science
- Master of Digital Health
- Master of Information Technology (AI)
- Master of Quantum IT
Are you eligible to apply?
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.
- Complete the following application form in full: Semester 1/Term 1-3 2026 application form
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.
Recipient obligations
- The scholarship cannot be deferred to 2027. If the recipient is unable to secure a student visa for 2026, the scholarship offer may be revoked.
- Recipients are required to maintain full-time enrolment at La Trobe University and demonstrate satisfactory academic progress throughout their studies.
- Please refer to the Offer Letter for full terms and conditions.
- Recipients will be required to participate in International Scholarship Program events during their studies in Australia.
How to apply
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 unconditional offer.
| Semester 1/Term 1/Term 2/Term 3 2026 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Application form | Apply now | |
| Application submission deadline (To be considered for the scholarship) | Onshore: 14 December 2025/ Offshore: 1 February 2026 | |
| Students must secure an offer by the time of selection. | ||
| Scholarship selection process | After the application deadline, applicants will be ranked and shortlisted according to their WAM. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to a final selection round and may be asked to provide further information, interview or video submission. | |
| Announcement of the scholarship awardees | Onshore: 22 December 2025/ Offshore: 6 February 2026 | |
Who to contact for further information
If you are a prospective student with scholarship enquiries, please fill out our online enquiry form. If you are a current student with scholarship enquiries, please submit an online enquiry form.