The Advance Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander PhD Scholarships program supports Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander scholars in gaining a research PhD degree. This lays the fundamental foundation for a future research career. The program is managed by the Department of Innovation, Tourism Industry Development and the Commonwealth Games (the department).
Eligibility
To be eligible for funding, the scholar must be nominated by a Queensland-based agency that conducts research, including universities, research agencies, government organisations, not-for-profit/charitable organisations and businesses.
The proposed PhD Scholar must:
More information
For more information on eligibility and how to apply visit: https://advance.qld.gov.au/universities-and-researchers/aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-phd-scholarships
Australia Awards Scholarships are long term development awards administered by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
They aim to contribute to the long term development needs of Australia's partner countries in line with bilateral and regional agreements.
Further information about the Australia Award Scholarship is available.
Australian Rotary Health is one of the largest independent funders of mental health research within Australia. Funding and support areas include:
Further information about Rotary Health Scholarships is available.
The Australian Sugar Industry Scholarship is awarded to undergraduates studying engineering (chemical, mechanical, process and electrical), science or technical disciplines at an Australian university or tertiary institution. The Australian Sugar Industry Scholarship aims to encourage the participation of high calibre students in the Australian sugar processing industry.
The Australian sugar industry will be funding scholarship recipients each year to be hosted by Australian sugar mills and refineries for up to three work placements of four weeks each over one and half years (two placements during the crushing season and one placement during maintenance).
The scholarship is a jointly funded by Australia’s sugar mills, Sugar Research Institute (SRI) and Sugar Research Australia (SRA).
In addition to financial and work placement support, the Australian Sugar Industry Scholarship program helps recipients to make the most of their university experience through extra development opportunities by building their leadership skills and professional networks.
Eligibility
You must be:
Further information
Application dates for 2019 scholarships - Opening: 17 October 2018 - Closing date: 11 March 2019
What you receive:
For further information about the scholarship and details on how to apply visit Australian Sugar Industry Scholarship.
Looking to go to University in 2019? Need help with fees?
If you're a first time University student your looking in the right place. Bendigo and Adelaide Bank offers one of Australia's leading scholarship programs. From agriculture based scholarships, to those connected to one of our many Community Bank branches, we have something to help you reach your University dreams.
The 2019 Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Scholarship program will open for applications from 3 December 2018.
For more information and to apply visit: http://www.bendigoadelaide.com.au/public/in_the_community/scholarships.asp
APRA and the Reserve Bank of Australia have established the Brian Gray Scholarship program in memory of Brian Gray, who died on 24 August 2001 while serving as Executive General manager of APRA's Policy, Research and Consulting Division.
The Brian Gray Scholarship program will fund up to four scholarships annually, to the value of $15,000 each. The scholarship purpose is to support final year Honours and PhD students in finance, actuarial science, econometrics, statistics or related disciplines, who intend to focus full time on their studies and research.
For more information or to apply please visit: www.apra.gov.au/brian-gray-scholarship-program
The Capstone Editing Early Career Academic Research Grant for Women
$5,000 for one female academic per year to assist with the costs associated with a research project leading towards a publication. Applications are open annually from 1 July to 30 May. The grant is awarded on 30 June every year.
For more information or to apply, please visit: https://www.capstoneediting.com.au/research-grant
The Capstone Editing Carer's Travel Grant for Academic Women
$3,000 for one female academic per year to assist with childcare costs in relation to travel to conduct research or present a paper at a conference. Applications are open annually from 1 July to 30 May. The grant is awarded on 30 June every year.
For more information or to apply, please visit: www.capstoneediting.com.au/travel-grant
The Capstone Editing Conference Travel Grant for Postgraduate Research Students
$3,000 for one postgrad student per year to assist in covering the costs of attending a conference in relation to their degree. Applications are open annually from 1 July to 1 June. The grant is awarded on 30 June every year.
For more information or to apply, please visit: http://capstoneediting.com.au/conference-grant
The Capstone Editing Laptop Grant for Postgraduate Coursework Students
$3,000 for one postgrad student per year to purchase a computer or laptop and software for their studies. Applications are open annually from 1 July to 1 June every year. The grant is awarded on the 30 June every year.
For more information or to apply, please visit: www.capstoneediting.com.au/laptop-grant
The Capstone Editing Research Scholarship for Honours Students
$3,000 for one Honours student per year to assist with covering the costs associated with the research for their thesis. Applications are open annually from 1 January to 30 April. The scholarship will be awarded on 14 May every year.
For more information or to apply, please visit: www.capstoneediting.com.au/honours-scholarship
The Capstone Editing Textbook Grant for Undergraduates
$3,000 for one undergrad per year to assist with covering the cost of their textbooks for the duration of their degree. (The recipient will receive one $1,000 gift voucher per year for three years.) Applications are open all year. The grant will be awarded on 1 February every year.
For more information or to apply, please visit: www.capstoneediting.com.au/textbook-grant
The Capstone Editing Grant for Mid-Career Researchers
$5,000 for one researcher per year to undertake an innovative research project. Applications are open from 1 July to 30 December every year. The grant will be awarded on 1 March the following year.
For more information or to apply, please visit: www.capstoneediting.com.au/midcareer-grant
Cluey Learning is committed to helping students excel. We are a leading education technology and online tutoring provider based in Sydney.
The Cluey Learning Scholarship will award one individual $1,500 AUD to put towards their University related expenses such as tuition, laptops, textbooks etc for all courses and disciplines.
The Cluey Learning scholarship could be the start you need to develop your skills to be a successful student.
Applications open on January 1st, 2019.
Cluey Learning Scholarship Eligibility
The scholarship is for anyone residing in Australia who has a desire to learn and develop their education. We invite undergraduates and postgraduates currently enrolled in the sector of education, including students with hopes of teaching or tutoring in their chosen discipline.
How to Apply
Selection Criteria
The Cluey Learning Scholarship will be awarded to the applicant who provides us with the most inspiring and well-researched application. We are looking for someone who shows passion for learning.
For more information about Cluey Learning please visit: www.clueylearning.com.au/scholarships/
The CSIRO Postgraduate Scholarship Program provides opportunities in science and engineering for outstanding graduates at Australian tertiary institutions.
Each year, the Program supports postgraduate scholarships for students to work on a project relevant to one of several priority research areas. Students are co-supervised by researchers in an Australian university and CSIRO. Top-up PhD Scholarships are available to PhD students who have gained (or expect to gain) first class honours or equivalent in relevant research areas. Students must
also expect to receive an Research Training Program scholarship (RTP) or equivalent scholarship commencing in the year of the CSIRO scholarship. Full scholarships may be available in certain circumstances.
Applications are being sought in nominated priority research areas for the 2019 program and will support a number of new PhD Scholarships.
Details on the opportunities can be found online from the CSIRO website or feel free to contact USQ via email on orgsadmin@usq.edu.au
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Applications close on 31 October 2018.
The Australian Government has established a million-dollar scholarship fund to equip volunteers with the skills and leadership required in the emergency and disaster management sector. Volunteers may be eligible for financial support to access accredited vocational and higher education qualifications in emergency and disaster management fields.
Round four applications close 15 October 2018.
For more information and to apply visit: http://www.aidr.org.au/programs/scholarships-for-volunteers/
The Global Mobility Immigration Lawyers Scholarship invites students to explore issues touching on the intersection of immigration, law, social justice and multiculturalism. Applications close 1 October 2018.
The inaugural topic is:
Immigration lawyers acting for asylum seekers are “unAustralian". Respond.
The topic (and scholarship itself) is inspired by a recent panel at the Law Council of Australia’s Immigration Law Conference, exploring the relationship between immigration lawyers, Ministers and the media.
Further information on the Global Mobility Immigration Lawyers Scholarship is available.
Larsen Jewellery is offering a scholarship of $3,000, to go towards the University or Tafe tuition fees of one individual, for either a jewellery or jewellery design related course, or a design or visual arts related course based in Australia.
The applicant must meet the following eligibility criteria to be considered for the scholarship:
Applications for the 2018 scholarship close on 30th November 2018.
For more information and to apply visit: www.larsenjewellery.com.au/design-scholarship-program
Leisa Goddard is one of Australia's top industry professionals, with more than 25 years of experience working as both a journalist and communication specialist. Leisa was a reporter/presenter for Australia's three commercial networks - Seven, Nine and Ten - before she founded her own public relations firm, Adoni Media. Leisa understands the passion it takes to work in the media industry and has created the Leisa Goddard Scholarship for Excellence in Media to support a new graduate in getting the qualifications they need to achieve their career goals.
About the Scholarship
Eligibility Criteria
For more information and how to apply visit: www.adonimedia.com.au/leisa-goddard-scholarship-excellence-media/
All young people deserve the chance to achieve their best.
The National Scholarship Program celebrates the talents and strengths of young people who exhibit extraordinary promise - but who lack the support and resources to fulfil their potential.
Every year over 20 young people throughout Australia are awarded Youth Off The Streets scholarships. They are granted up to $6000 each to help them pursue further education and training and work towards a positive future.
HOW DOES THE PROGRAM WORK?
Nominations are invited from young people with genuine talent, ability and determination in any education or training course, including (but not limited to):
Scholarships will be awarded to those young people who meet the selection criteria and have a genuine need for financial assistance.
WHO CAN APPLY?
APPLICATIONS CLOSE APRIL 2019.
For more information and to apply, please visit: www.youthoffthestreets.com.au
Pinnacle scholarships are open to LGBT + students aged 17 - 26 who are planning to undertake full-time education at a public or private secondary school (final year), or public institution of higher education in Australia.
Scholarship application close 1st October 2019.
For more information and to apply visit: thepinnaclefoundation.org
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships give talented students from anywhere in the Commonwealth the opportunity to gain a Master's degree, while developing new skills, experiencing life in another country, and building their global networks.
Scholarships are for students committed to creating change in their communities and contributing to the Sustainable Development Goals. The scholarships are named in honour of Her Majesty The Queen, Head of the Commonwealth and ACU Patron, and are fully funded and supported by numerous Commonwealth Governments.
Scholars will join an active international alumni network of more than 35,000 individuals who have benefitted from the life-changing opportunities a Commonwealth Scholarship offers, and will contribute to the development of the future Commonwealth.
What's on offer?
Applications are now open
For more information and to apply, please visit: Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships
We know that real health for you and your family is only ever as good as the people who are providing it. And we know that finances are a key factor for families as well as insurance products and services. So with that in mind, we are helping to encourage the best people in to the healthcare, business and finance industries by providing the Real Futures Grant.
This grant is offered annually to one person. Applications close 31st October, 2019.
The value of this grant is AUD $5,000 (total amount). This amount is paid as a one off payment to the winner.
To be eligible, you must be enrolled full-time in an accredited Australian Tertiary Education Institution and be studying for a certificate, diploma, degree or traineeship in any of the following areas:
Only citizens or permanent residents of Australia can apply.
You must be over the age of 18 to apply.
For more information and to apply visit: www.realinsurance.com.au/real-futures-grant
Rhodes Scholarships provide opportunities for outstanding all-round students to study at the University of Oxford.
Scholars are selected on the basis of their exceptional intellect, character, leadership and commitment to service. A Rhodes Scholarship supports you in full-time study at the University of Oxford. You can choose from a wide variety of courses.
As a guide to the eligibility you must have:
Applications open on 1 July and close on 1 September each year.
For more information and to apply visit: www.rhodeshouse.ox.ac.uk/scholarships/apply/
The Rural and Regional Enterprise Scholarships Program (RRESP) has been introduced to improve access to and completion of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) tertiary education courses for students from regional and remote areas in Australia.
Benefits
The Scholarship payments will assist the Recipient with the financial costs of attending their institution and undertaking their Eligible Course of Study and Internships.
The Rural and Regional Enterprise Scholarships Program can provide:
Eligibility
To be considered for a Rural and Regional Enterprise Scholarship, you must meet all the eligibility criteria below:
Selection
Your application will be assessed on two main selection criteria:
1. Financial Need You will need to provide documentary evidence to demonstrate financial need.
2. Capability You must provide a written response describing:
For more information and to apply, please visit: www.qtac.edu.au/scholarships
Savvy is proud to announce a $5,000 Savvy Scholarship prize for undergraduate or master's students studying commerce and financial fields. Savvy routinely provides scholarships to students in business and commerce courses to help cover academic and other costs.
To be eligible for the prize:
For more information and to apply visit: www.savvy.com.au/scholarship
In recognition of the contribution made by the former McDonald's Corporation CEO, Charlie Bell, a scholarship for future leaders has been created in his name recognising Charlie's commitment towards the provision of ongoing learning and education.
The Charlie Bell Scholarship for Future Leaders will reward successful candidates with a contribution of up to $15,000 towards tuition fees for their chosen undergraduate or post graduate study.
Applications close Friday 19th October 2018.
For more information and to apply visit: http://mcdonalds.com.au/charlie-bell-scholarship
The Toowoomba Regional Council is proud to offer the William Groom Centenary of Toowoomba Scholarship as a way to acknowledge young students achievements to the local community.
The scholarship was established in 2004 to mark the centenary of Toowoomba’s declaration as a city. It honours the many achievements of the municipality’s first mayor William Henry Groom, who served several terms from 1861 before winning seats in the Queensland and Commonwealth Parliaments.
Eligibility criteria
Applicants must be 18-24 year olds, who are commencing their second or third year of a full-time USQ degree course or TAFE Queensland South West diploma in 2019.
Successful applicants must be able to demonstrate the following:
Further information
The scholarship has a maximum value of $5000
Applications close 5pm Monday 3 December 2018
For more information and how to apply visit: http://www.tr.qld.gov.au/about-council/jobs-and-careers/scholarships-a-bursaries/1668-william-groom-scholarship-2
Wine Australia offers a PhD and Master by Research scholarship program to help attract postgraduate students in the fields of wine, viticulture and wine business research and are committed to supporting academic endeavour and encouraging the enthusiasm of the future leaders of oenology, viticulture and wine business researchers to support a prosperous Australian grape and wine community.
Value
Wine Australia reserves the right to determine the base level from which supplementary funding is offered. In most cases PhD and Master supplementary scholarships provide:
• supplementary funding to bring the total student stipend up to $35,000 (GST exclusive) per annum, including funding received through an RTP or other scholarship
• supplementary funding to bring the total student operating funds up to $10,000 (GST exclusive) per annum, including funding received through an RTP or other scholarship
Candidates undertaking part-time study will be eligible for half the funding of a full-time candidate. Part-time PhD candidates may receive funding for up to six years and part-time Master by Research candidates may receive funding for up to three years.
Eligibility
Wine Australia offers supplementary scholarships for up to three years full-time PhD study and for up to two years full-time Master by Research study. Candidates must:
• Be enrolled in or have applied for a program at an Australian or overseas university;
• Hold, or have applied for, an Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship or other equivalent scholarship through their host university and
• Be attending on campus (applies to domestic study only).
Should a candidate have already commenced study, they are still eligible to apply for a scholarship for the remainder of their candidature.
Scholarships are awarded based on academic excellence, the quality of an applicant’s Curriculum Vitae, the merit of the proposed research program, the likelihood of the student’s ongoing involvement in the wine sector, and funding availability.
International candidates enrolled at overseas universities are not eligible.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through Wine Australia’s online project management tool, the Clarity Investment Management System (CIMS). A log in and password can be obtained by emailing your full name, address, contact phone number and name of university where you will be studying to applications@wineaustralia.com. For more information, please consult the PhD and Master by Research Application Guide.
Closing Date
2 November 2018
The goal of the Young Women in Public Affairs Award Program is to encourage more young women to participate in public affairs by recognising a young woman's commitment to the volunteer sector, evidence of volunteer leadership achievements and a dedication to the advancement of the status of women.
Applicants are asked to reflect on their voluntary commitment to their school and to their community and the problems limiting the advancement of the status of women in their own country and worldwide. The Zonta International Young Women in Public Affairs Award Program looks to the young women of today for the leaders of tomorrow.
Applicants of age 16 to 19 on 1 April 2019, living in the Toowoomba Region are eligible to apply. The successful candidate will progress to the District 22 Award and potentially the Zonta International Award.
Applications by email to: zontatoowoomba@gmail.com Attention Lyn Merry.
Applications close 28 February 2019.
For more information, please visit the Zonta international website.
The Defence University Sponsorship is the perfect way to make university life more manageable and provides you with the opportunity to make a difference with your degree. The sponsorship is available to undergraduate or graduate students studying an accredited degree at any recognised university in Australia and provides the following benefits:
While you're at university, you will enjoy a lifestyle similar to any other student. There are no significant military commitments during the university year, so you can focus on your studies and enjoy your free time like any other university student.
Further information about Defence University Sponsorship is available.
The Relocation Scholarship is an annual payment to help certain students in higher education who are required to live away from their family home while studying.
You may be eligible for this payment if you are:
Further information on the Relocation Scholarship is available. Alternatively please contact Centrelink.
The Harvard Club of Australia Group is the organisation for Harvard alumni. Formed in 1961, the club’s aim is to promote fellowship amongst alumni and to assist Australians wishing to study at Harvard. For more information on the club and its programs.
The Roberta Sykes Harvard Club Scholarship provides funding (up to $60 000) to Indigenous postgraduate students who wish to undertake study at Harvard University.
For more information on how to apply please visit the Roberta Sykes Harvard Club Scholarship website.