About Us

FASIC supports engagement and educational activities to deepen understanding between the peoples of Australia and China.


FASIC is an apolitical not-for-profit organisation that operates on the principles of Respect, Trust, Inclusion and Excellence.


We respect the differences in people of diverse backgrounds and we support an inclusive social environment. We act with integrity and authenticity. We strive for excellence to build trust and to expand opportunities between the peoples of Australia and China.


With the support from the National Foundation of Australia China Relations and private sector donors, we manage programs and activities that enhance the mutual understanding and engagement between the peoples of Australia and China.


We enhance the understanding of Australia in China through the provision of grants and other initiatives with the Australian Studies Centres in China operated by Chinese universities.


We provide funding for scholarships and educational exchanges between Australia and China as well as funding to support a Chair of Australian Studies.

Our Programs

We are thrilled to launch the Window on Australia Awards (WAA). This competition encourages social media users to create appealing portrayals of Australia through publishing videos and articles.

Australian Studies in China Program (ASP) is a series of grants that are intended to promote Australian Studies within China.

FASIC manages a range of programs and activities. Please view the Program tab on the top of the website for more information.



Latest News

23 Oct 2024

FASIC 9: We are pleased to have held the 9th Foundation for Australian Studies in China Conference (FASIC 9), with our co-host, the Institute for Australian and Chinese Arts and Culture (IAC) at Western Sydney University, and in partnership with Beijing Foreign Studies University. read more

11 Oct 2024

FASIC 9 & ACTS 10 Joint Reception: FASIC is delighted to have co-hosted the Joint Reception at Western Sydney University Parramatta City Campus on 3 October with Institute for Australian and Chinese Arts and Culture at Western Sydney University (IAC). ... read more

25 Sep 2024

Media release: FASIC is pleased to publish the media release for the 9th Foundation for Australian Studies in China (FASIC 9) Conference, which will bring together leading scholars and experts ... read more

13 Aug 2024

14th Australia-China Youth Dialogue delegate applications are now openThe Dialogue will be held in Adelaide, South Australia from Friday 22nd November to Monday 25th November 2024.read more.

13 Aug 2024

2025 InASA Conference Registration Open: Macquarie University is delighted to host the biennial conference of the International Australian Studies Association (InASA) in 2025. ... read more

More news: Visit media center of Foundation for Australian Studies in China to find more news. read more