Graduate Women WA Women in Science and Mathematics Scholarship

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Graduate Women WA Women in Science and Mathematics Scholarship
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An anonymous donor has donated funds to The University of Western Australia to establish a fund to provide scholarships to assist eligible female students undertaking a Higher Degree by Research (HDR) in science or mathematics at the University. The scholarship is established in honour of Graduate Women WA, a branch of the Australian Federation of Graduate Women and affiliate of the International Federation of University Women, which provides a voice for graduate women through advocacy on issues of local, national and international importance and seeks to empower women and girls through education.

The Graduate Women WA Women in Science and Mathematics Scholarship is a supplementary scholarship to be held in conjunction with an Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend or equivalent postgraduate research scholarship recognised by the University. It provides funds for a $5000 research operating and travel allowance.

Available in the 2021 Round for Domestic applicants and UWA international graduates only.

Value unit
Award

Basis of award
Academic Achievement

Nationality
Australian Citizen, Australian Permanent Resident, New Zealand Citizen

Study area
Science, Mathematics

Commencement date
06/01/2021

Applications open
01/09/2020

Tenable At
University of Western Australia

Currently available
Yes

Application status
Opening Soon

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Deadline: 30 Oct 2020
Amount: AUD 5,000 - 5,000
Postal Code: WA 6009

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply for and take up the scholarship an applicant must-

Be a female domestic student;
Be intending to enrol in a Higher Degree by Research in Science or Mathematics;
Meet the requirements for entry to the HDR including satisfying the requirements of the University Policy on: Adequate Research Preparation; (governance.uwa.edu.au/policy/UP11/25);
Be a commencing student and not have previously been enrolled in the proposed HDR; and
Not be awarded another scholarship which provides a research operating or travel allowance.

Providers

Study in Australia University of Western Australia (UWA)

About Company

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is recognised internationally as an excellent research-intensive university. Established in 1911, the University's ground-breaking research, quality academic staff and state-of-the-art facilities combine to offer a vibrant student experience.

As Western Australia's premier university, UWA was equal first overall in Australia based on key measures in the Good Universities Guide 2012 including graduate starting salaries, employment prospects, staff qualifications, research intensity and student demand.

UWA was established under and is governed by the University of Western Australia Act 1911. The Act provides for control and management by the university's Senate, and gives it the authority, amongst other things, to make statutes, regulations and by-laws, details of which are contained in the university Calendar

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