Faculty of Science and Engineering Women in STEM Scholarship

This scholarship supports female-identifying students commencing a full-time degree in the Faculty of Science and Engineering and able to demonstrate high academic achievement. Preference given to students with financial need.

Key details

Applications close

Friday, 13 November 2026, 11:59PM

Study level

Undergraduate,

Postgraduate

Student type

Domestic

Award value
(Direct payment)

AUD $5,000 per year

Duration

Up to 4 years

About the scholarship

The scholarships will be targeted at students studying Science, Engineering and IT degrees. Preference will be given to students who can demonstrate hardship or disadvantage. Examples include (but are not limited to) financial disadvantage, non-English speaking background, geographic disadvantage and disability.

Duration

This scholarship is awarded for up to 4 years for Undergraduate or up to 2 years for Postgraduate students, subject to meeting ongoing eligibility criteria.

Criteria

To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Be commencing a fully-time undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree in the Faculty of Science and Engineering in Session 1 2027.
  • Be a female-identifying student.
  • Be studying in person, on campus.
  • Demonstrated record of high academic achievement.
  • Can demonstrate the ability to work hard to achieve their goals.

Applicable course

  • All

How to apply

Application for this scholarship can be made by completing the Faculty of Science and Engineering (FSE) online scholarship application form. Successful applicant will be selected based on:

  • Academic merit.
  • Demonstrated achievement and contribution.
  • Future aspirations and commitment to STEM.
  • Demonstrated impact of scholarship.
  • Demonstrated financial hardship.