Key scholarship details
Application status
Not open yet
Applications open
9 Jan 2026
Applications close
10 Mar 2026
Benefit amount
Up to $18,000
Eligible study level
Graduate research
Eligible student type
Domestic and international students
Eligible study stage
Current study
Benefit duration
One or more years
Summary
The Kenneth Myers Memorial Scholarship was established with a gift from family, friends and associates of the late Kenneth Myers and is awarded to graduate researchers in the field of Engineering to support overseas travel which directly impacts on their research outcomes.
About the donor
Mr Kenneth Myers was a banker and financier and who had strong friendships within the Engineering community.
The Kenneth Myers memorial scholarship has been made possible through the generous donations of friends, family and associates of Mr Myers.
Benefits
This scholarship provides an annual payment of approximately $9000 (depending on the gift income) for up to two years.
Amount:
Up to $18,000
Duration:
One or more years
Quantity:
At least 1
Eligibility and selection criteria
Eligibility
To be considered for this scholarship, you must:
- Be enrolled in a graduate research degree in the field of Engineering in the Faculty of Engineering and IT
- Have completed at least six months of study.
Selection criteria
The scholarship is offered to the candidate(s) ranked highest by the selection panel based on their application.
In the interest of equitable distribution of scholarships, other scholarships or prizes received from the University by candidates are considered.
Conditions
Recipients must:
- Undertake the travel for which the funding has been awarded prior to the submission of the recipient's thesis.
- Agree to the University sharing their name and course details with the donor of their scholarship and provide a brief report on the activities undertaken using the scholarship funds.
Study level:
Graduate research
Student type:
Domestic and international students
Study stage type:
Current study
Study area:
Engineering
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How to apply
You must submit an application and include:
- A personal statement addressing your research to date and its contribution to the field of Engineering, details of the proposed travel and the impact it will have on research outcomes, and your motivation to undertake a faculty ambassadorial role
- An itemised budget.
Please note: Applicants approved for travel are required to register for Study Away.
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.
Status:
Not open yet
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