Key facts
About this scholarship
Benefits:
Up-to $7,000 p.a paid into the candidate’s bank account in two equal instalments and is available for up to two years for a Master’s by research and three years for a Doctoral degree. Candidates must be enrolled On-Campus and studying in Zoology.
Number offered:
One
About the project:
Background
Bill and Michelle Stewart were both graduate students at UNE. Both graduated in 1978 – Michelle with an MA in Musicology, and Bill, with a PhD in Zoology. They will always be grateful for the experience and many skills developed during their studies in the Music and Zoology departments and the wonderful support and relationships with professors and peers they enjoyed on campus.
Scholarship Purpose
The purpose of this scholarship is to provide financial assistance to students doing post graduate research in the field of Zoology. Bill has a particular interest in the study of insects, birds, mammals and reptiles.
How will the scholarship be paid?
The scholarship is valued at $7,000 per annum, paid into the candidate’s bank account in two equal instalments.
Scholarship Special Conditions:
The scholarship shall be awarded for the duration of the postgraduate degree, however, continuation of the scholarship in subsequent Trimesters and/or academic years will be dependent upon the recipient continuing to meet the conditions of eligibility, as stated in the Terms and Conditions, regarding candidature enrolment status along with passing annual milestone reviews.
Failure to continue to meet the requirements may result in you being required to repay any instalments already received.
The University reserves the right to alter the Terms and Conditions of this award at any stage.
Only complete applications HDR Scholarship Application will be processed, so please ensure that you have submitted all required documentation with your application. UNE Graduate Research School will notify you via email when your application has been processed.
For any further information please get in contact the UNE Graduate Research School.
Australian Citizen/Permanent Resident: The applicant must be an Australian Citizen or permanent resident as defined by the Commonwealth.
Candidates MUST be enrolled ON-CAMPUS either full-time or part-time
The University reserves the right to alter the terms and conditions at any time.
Eligibility Requirements
To apply for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following core and scholarship specific eligibility requirements
| Requirement | Description |
|---|---|
| Citizenship | Australian Citizen/Permanent Resident: The applicant must be an Australian Citizen or permanent resident as defined by the Commonwealth |
| New or Continuing | New or Continuing |
| Study Mode | On Campus only |
| Study Load | Full-time preferred, though part-time may be considered |
| Course type | Zoology |
Before you apply
Before you apply for this scholarship, please ensure you have read and understood the below important information:
Australian Citizen/Permanent Resident: The applicant must be an Australian Citizen or permanent resident as defined by the Commonwealth
- Curriculum Vitae
- Demonstrate financial need for the scholarship and how it will benefit your research.
- Outline of Proposed Research
- Statement of support from their principal supervisor
