Laby PhD Travelling Scholarships

Eligibility and selection criteria

Eligibility

To be considered for this scholarship, you must:

• Be confirmed as a PhD candidate in the School of Physics
• Provide a short statement of endorsement from your supervisor
• Be undertaking travel for a research related purpose.

Note: Graduate Researchers need to apply for Study Away if travelling for research-related activities away from the University.

Selection criteria

In determining the scholarship, the selection committee will consider:

• The benefit of the proposed travel and impact on the student’s progress;
• Student need, and whether any alternative funding sources are available.

The scholarship is made with preference for:

• Students who have not previously traveled as part of their PhD program;
• International travel.

Conditions

• Funding can be requested and awarded in either one or multiple rounds. However the total amount awarded during your candidature is capped.
• The funding cap is $5000 for a student confirmed in 2026. The funding cap is indexed according to your year of candidature.
• Funds must be spent within a year of award, and within one month of completion of the funded activity, recipients must submit a one page report which summarises the activity, benefit, and confirms how the funds were spent.