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New Colombo Plan - News

New Colombo Plan 2026 round opens for application

Applications for the 2026 round of the New Colombo Plan (NCP) are now open!

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RMIT students gain new insights into social work through work placement in India

A group of four RMIT students had the opportunity of a lifetime to learn about social work and gain practical experience in India through the NCP.

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New Colombo Plan Reforms to Build Australia’s Asia Capability

The New Colombo Plan (NCP) is an Australian Government initiative that provides opportunities for Australian undergraduate university students to develop their Indo-Pacific capability and Asia literacy through immersive, structured learning and internships in the Indo-Pacific region.

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Ricky’s NCP experience helped him sharpen the skills needed for an international consulting career

Recent University of Sydney Commerce graduate Ricky Rangra divided his New Colombo Plan experience between 2 Asian business hubs: Singapore and Malaysia.

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‘My NCP experience was life changing’: How Megan’s time in Cambodia taught her new skills, language and culture

Megan was the only exchange student at the Royal University of Phnom Penh, which accelerated her immersion in Cambodian life.

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Hannah’s Indonesian scholarship: from lighthouse keeper to international sustainability career

In 2017, Hannah's New Colombo Plan (NCP) scholarship saw her completing her honour's research on alternative tourism in the northern sea community of Desa Les, Bali.

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RMIT students gain comprehensive clinical training at one of China’s leading teaching hospitals

A group of RMIT students are undertaking advanced clinical training placements in Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine.

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Technical skills development for Australian physiotherapy students in Timor-Leste

The Australian Catholic University (ACU)’s ongoing relationship with organisations in Timor-Leste has delivered unique opportunities for Australian healthcare students.
 

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Record number of New Colombo Plan awardees to develop Indo-Pacific capabilities and Asia literacy

These scholars will undertake study, language training and internships in 23 host locations in the Indo-Pacific.

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Life-long lessons for Australian education student in Bhutan

Samantha Shepherd is experiencing a scholarship of a lifetime in Bhutan.

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