Government grants are available for Australian businesses in the higher education sector. Programs span federal and state governments, offering funding for growth, innovation, infrastructure and workforce development.
What these grants can fund
- Business expansion and capital investment
- Equipment and infrastructure upgrades
- Workforce training and skills development
- Technology adoption and innovation
- Export and market development
Common eligibility requirements
- Registered Australian business with a valid ABN
- Must be operating in the relevant sector
- Matching co-contribution may be required
- Some programs have employee or turnover thresholds
Eligibility varies by program. Always check the official source before applying.
Open programs
Showing 4 of 4Supports research projects that initiate or develop long-term strategic research alliances between higher education organisations and research end-users (business, industry, community organisations, or publicly funded research agencies). Projects must apply advanced knowledge to problems, acquire new knowledge, and secure commercial or other benefits of research.
The LIEF scheme provides funding to eligible organisations for research infrastructure, equipment and facilities that can be shared between higher education organisations and industry. Applicants may seek funding for infrastructure and equipment purchases, construction and installation, leasing, consortium membership costs, and specialised computing facilities. The scheme supports excellent pure basic, strategic basic and applied research across all disciplines excluding clinical and medical research.
The LIEF scheme provides funding to eligible organisations for research infrastructure, equipment and facilities that can be shared between higher education organisations and industry. Researchers can seek funding for infrastructure and equipment purchases, construction and installation, leasing, consortium membership costs, and specialised computing facilities. The scheme fosters collaboration and supports excellent research across all disciplines excluding clinical and medical research.
The SRI scheme provides funding for new and emerging fields of research and builds capacity in strategically important areas to improve Australia's global competitiveness. It supports cooperative activities amongst researchers, development of national and international linkages, innovative research areas, and research training activities. Funding may also be used to develop networks and initiate collaborations and disseminate outcomes of collaborative activities.
Grant information is sourced from official government websites and updated regularly. Program details, eligibility and closing dates change — always verify with the official source before applying. Last data update: February 2026.