Key scholarship details
Application status
Not open yet
Applications open
26 Jan 2026
Applications close
31 Mar 2026
Benefit amount
Up to $2,000
Eligible study level
Graduate research
Eligible student type
Domestic and international students
Eligible study stage
Current study
Benefit duration
One-off
Summary
The Sunshine Foundation Scholarship is offered to students who are enrolled in the Doctor of Philosophy in Veterinary Science.
Benefits
The scholarship provides a one-off payment of approximately $2000 (depending on the available income from the gift).
Amount:
Up to $2,000
Duration:
One-off
Quantity:
1
Eligibility and selection criteria
Eligibility
To be considered for this scholarship, you must:
- Be enrolled in the Doctor of Philosophy – Veterinary Sciences
- Have met the requirements for confirmation of your candidature
Selection criteria
The scholarship is offered to the student(s) ranked highest by the selection panel based on the quality of their application. Other scholarships and prizes received by the students are taken into consideration.
Conditions
Students must agree to the University sharing their name and course details with the donor of their scholarship and provide a note of appreciation or a brief report on the benefits of the scholarship if requested.
Study level:
Graduate research
Student type:
Domestic and international students
Study stage type:
Current study
Study area:
Agricultural and veterinary sciences
Need help understanding the process?
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How to apply
You must submit an application and include:
- A personal statement addressing the purpose of and their commitment to their field of research
- A statement of support from their supervisor
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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