Professor Nanson Prize

The Professor Nanson Prize is offered to talented students who have completed the Master of Mathematics and Statistics with a substantial research component that significantly aligns to the discipline of Pure or Applied Mathematics.

Application type

No application is required. You will be automatically considered for this award.

Benefit type

Single payment
Full benefit details

Citizenship requirements

Australian / domestic student
International student

Total value

at least $300

Applicable study areas

Sciences and mathematics

Number of scholarships awarded

1

  • Eligibility & selection criteria

    Eligibility

    To be eligible for this scholarship, you must:

      • have completed the Bachelor of Science with the Pure Mathematics specialisation (or its successor).
      • Have completed the Research Project Component of the masters degree on a subject in Pure or Applied Mathematics

    Selection criteria

    The prize will be offered to the student who is ranked highest by the selection panel based on the marks for the research component and on the statement from the thesis examiners commenting on the qualities of the research component, such as mastery of the subject, contribution to the field of Mathematics or Statistics, and quality of the presentation of their research.

    When determining the successful candidate for this this award, other awards received by candidates are considered

What are the benefits?

The prize provides a one-off payment of approximately $300 (Net Annual Income)

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