Westpac Asian Exchange Scholarship

The Westpac Asian Exchange Scholarship immerses Australian students in Asian culture and society, forging long-lasting relationships between the next generation of young Australian and Asian leaders. The scholarship provides up to $12,250 to cover travel costs, accommodation, cultural immersion activities and other overseas expenses for up to two semesters of exchange study at partner universities in Asia. The program includes participation in a one-week residential Leadership Development Program in Asia before the exchange begins, which brings all scholars together for site visits, panel discussions, networking events and simulations to gain knowledge and skills needed to live and work in the region. Scholars gain an understanding of how macro-level geopolitics influence business and culture in Asia, increased confidence as Asia-capable leaders through workshops in cross-cultural competence and innovation, connections to global thought leaders and leadership role models, and an established network of peer scholars. The scholarship also provides lifelong membership to the W100 network of Westpac Scholars and attendance at the Westpac Scholars Summit in Sydney.