Reception for COLFUTURO students

Published: 19 September 2024
Students gathered in fancy bar at reception event

Congratulations to the Colombian students selected for master’s and doctoral studies in Australia!

Celebrations were held in June in Bogotá and Medellín to honour the recipients of this prestigious funding. The events were hosted by the Australian Embassy in Colombia, in collaboration with Study Melbourne.

Students were selected by COLFUTURO, a Colombian non-profit organisation. They provide funding for Colombian citizens enrolling in Master's and PhD programs abroad. Australian Ambassador, Anna Chrisp, warmly welcomed these outstanding students to #TeamAustralia.

The event also featured Professor Seetal Dodd from Deakin University, who has been the only Australian academic on COLFUTURO's selection committee for the past two years. Additionally, Natalia Piedrahita, Senior Strategic Advisor from Study Melbourne, provided valuable advice to scholars of the committee. Nathalia Plested from RMIT University and James Guzman from Monash University also attended the reception to warmly welcome the new students.

In the 2024 call, 282 Colombian students were selected to study in Australia. Of these, 112 chose Victorian universities, making Victoria the top destination in Australia for COLFUTURO beneficiaries.

Victorian university programs are highly regarded in Colombia, attracting top-performing students.

COLFUTURO's next call will open in January 2025. Interested students can apply from anywhere, including Australia. Ideally, applicants should already have an offer letter when applying for the funding. For more information, please visit the COLFUTURO website.

We are thrilled to see Colombian talent choosing Australia for their education. Welcome and best wishes for success on this exciting academic journey.

News recommendation
International students in lecture theatre

​Victorian universities continue to lead in global rankings

Victorian universities remain among the top in the world. The Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2025 results reflect the strength of Victorian higher education institutions in maintaining a competitive presence in global rankings.
View article
Group photo of participants holding certificates

Career Ignite Mentoring Program 2024

Over the past 3 months, Study Melbourne Hub Kuala Lumpur, in collaboration with FutureLabs, delivered the second cohort of the Career Ignite Mentorship Program. On 26 October 2024, we celebrated the incredible efforts of our 60 mentees, who connected with, and learnt from, 30 mentors across diverse fields.
View article
Study Melbourne Hub Ho Chi Minh City and Victorian Government Trade and Investment Office members group photo, people holding cardboard cut out coffee cups, koalas, wombats, Flinder's Street Station and sign with Study Melbourne, Victoria, Australia logo

Victoria Day Hanoi, 2024

On 4–5 November, the Study Melbourne Hub Ho Chi Minh City and Victorian Government Trade and Investment Office Vietnam successfully delivered the Victoria Day series at ISPH School and Newton Grammar School in Hanoi. This program was an excellent way to support Victorian education providers’ engagement with students and alumni in the north of Vietnam.
View article
Alumni seated at tables for networking event at KL hub, Melbourne graffiti artwork in background

Swinburne alumni gathering at Study Melbourne Hub, Kuala Lumpur

Swinburne alumni shared how their time at the university was pivotal for their personal and professional growth, providing them with essential skills and confidence. We work towards a future where alumni continue to drive innovation, leadership, and positive change.
View article
View more news