Kenneth Myers Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship supports research higher degree students studying engineering within the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology to undertake overseas research travel.

Applications open

5 Jan 2024

Applications closed

5 Mar 2024

Application type

Application required
How to apply

Benefit type

Annual payment
Full benefit details

Citizenship requirements

Australian / domestic student
International student

Total value

up to $10,000

Applicable study areas

Engineering

Number of scholarships awarded

1

  • Eligibility & selection criteria

    Eligibility

    To be eligible for this scholarship, you must:

    • be enrolled in a research higher degree in an engineering field within the  Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, and
    • propose to undertake travel in person to one or more international destinations which will directly benefit your research.

    Selection criteria

      Applications will be assessed on the following criteria:

    • Academic Merit, assessed via the personal statement and supporting document (CV, most recent progress report (where applicable), supervisor’s statement of support);
    • Merit of the proposed travel experience and its relevance to your research
    • Reputation of hosting organisation;
    • Ambassadorial potential of the experience for the Faculty
  • Application process

    Submit an online application via the Faculty of Engineering & IT Graduate Research Summer Round Scholarships webpage.

  • 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.

  • About the donor

    Kenneth Myers

    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.

What are the benefits?

In 2024, one scholarship valued at approximately $10,000 is available. This will be paid in annual instalments over two years.

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