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.

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.

13 Nov 2025

Results Announced: 13th “FASIC Cup” Australian Studies Translation Competition. FASIC is pleased to announce the results of the 13th FASIC Cup Australian Studies Translation Competition. read more

13 Nov 2025

Emeritus Professor David Walker AM speaks at the Australian Embassy in Beijing: On 21 October 2025, Emeritus Professor David Walker AM, the inaugural BHP Chair of Australian Studies at Peking University and a long-standing FASIC ... read more.

03 Sep 2025

Announcement: Professor Mark Kenny Appointed Inaugural Australia in China Fellow. FASIC is delighted to announce the launch of the Australian in China Fellowship, supported by the National Foundation for Australia-China Relations. read more

15 Jul 2025

FASIC is proud to celebrate scholar Dr. Lurong (Cora) Liu as the Postgraduate Category Winner of the 2024 John Barrett Award for Australian Studies! read more

01 JUL 2025

Call for Applications: 2025 ASP: Applications are now open for the 2025 Australian Studies in China Program (ASP), jointly funded by NFACR and FASIC. Apply by 30 August 2025 for research, collaboration, or travel grants. ... full details

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