Key scholarship details
Application status
Open for applications
Applications open
21 Aug 2026
Applications close
8 Sep 2026
Benefit amount
Up to $5,000
Eligible study level
Graduate coursework
Eligible student type
Domestic and international students
Eligible study stage
Current study
Benefit duration
One-off
Summary
The FA Kernot Scholarship was established with a gift from the late Frederick Archer Kernot and is awarded to talented students who are enrolled in a masters degree by coursework in the Faculty of Engineering in and IT.
About the donor
Frederic Archer Kernot played a key role in the transition of dentistry from a trade to a profession. He was involved in the establishment of the original Dental Hospital in Melbourne and served on both the Dental Board of Victoria and the Council of the Australian College of Dentistry. He maintained a keen interest in mechanics throughout his life and was also the brother of the first Professor of Engineering at the University of Melbourne, William Charles Kernot.
Benefits
This scholarship provides a one-off payment of approximately $5000 (depending on the annual gift income).
Amount:
Up to $5,000
Duration:
One-off
Quantity:
At least 1
Eligibility and selection criteria
Eligibility
To be considered for this scholarship, you must:
- Be enrolled in a masters degree by coursework in the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology (or its successor)
- Have completed at least 50 credit points of study towards your degree (not including credited subjects).
Selection criteria
The scholarship is offered to the eligible candidate(s) ranked highest by the selection panel based on their Weighted Average Mark (WAM) for the course and personal statement.
In the interest of equitable distribution of scholarships, other scholarships or prizes received from the University by candidates are considered.
Study level:
Graduate coursework
Student type:
Domestic and international students
Study stage type:
Current study
Study area:
Engineering; Information technology and computer science
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How to apply
You must submit an application and include:
- A personal statement addressing your reasons for undertaking your chosen degree, your career aspirations and how the funds will help you achieve your goals.
When will I know the outcome?
All applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application approximately six to eight weeks after the application close date.
Submit an applicationStatus:
Open for applications
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