Key scholarship details
Application status
Not open yet
Applications open
26 Jan 2026
Applications close
8 Mar 2026
Benefit amount
Up to $2,000
Eligible study level
Graduate coursework, Graduate research
Eligible student type
Domestic and international students
Eligible study stage
Future study, Current study
Benefit duration
One-off
Summary
This scholarship supports high-achieving full time students who are enrolled in the Master of Science (Earth Science) or a graduate research degree in Geosciences. Preference is given to students who are in financial need.
Benefits
A one-off payment of up to $2000.
Amount:
Up to $2,000
Duration:
One-off
Quantity:
4-5
Eligibility and selection criteria
Eligibility
To be eligible for this award, students must be enrolled full time in the Master of Science (Earth Science) or its successor, or in a graduate research degree in the field of Geosciences
Selection criteria
Eligible candidates will be ranked based on:
- Academic Merit: The scholarship is offered to eligible students with the highest course entry score based on prior academic performance
- The applicant’s financial circumstances may also be considered. Please ensure you submit the Student Financial Assessment Form form by the due date.
- When determining the successful candidate for this this award, other awards received by candidates may be considered.
Study level:
Graduate coursework, Graduate research
Student type:
Domestic and international students
Study stage type:
Future study, Current study
Study area:
Science
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How to apply
You must submit a Student Financial Assessment Form and an application form (link below) by the due date.
When will I know the outcome?
- Round 1 (Jan-March applications): May-July
- Round 2 (June-August applications): September-October
- Future Rounds - TBC
Status:
Not open yet
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