| Scholarship name | Discipline area | Value | Who can apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| AusIMM STEM Access Scholarship | Environmental and Geospatial Science, Construction Management, Science, Mathematics, Engineering (Civil and Infrastructure, Electrical Power, Engineering Management, Telecommunications, Water Resources Management, Environmental Science, Quantity Surveying, Surveying) | $25,000 | |
| Australian Federation of Air Pilots (AFAP) and Australian Air Pilots Mutual Benefit Fund Scholarship (AAP-MBF) | Aviation | $3,000 | |
| Badge SA Scholarship | Construction Management and Economics | $10,000 | |
| BAE Systems Australia First Nations Scholarship in Engineering | Engineering | Up to $40,000 | |
| BAE Systems Australia Williams Hicks Engineering Scholarship for Women from Regional Australia | Engineering | Up to $60,000 | |
| Built Environs Construction Management Scholarship | Construction Management | Up to $12,000 | |
| CEA Technologies Engineering Scholarship | Mechanical Engineering | Up to $15,000 | |
| Codan Undergraduate STEM Scholarship for Women | Engineering, Information Technology | Up to $15,000 | |
| Data Action Grant | Information Technology, Information Technology (Networking and Cybersecurity), Information Technology (Software Development), Software Engineering (Honours), Information Technology and Data Analytics, Information Technology (Honours) (Enterprise Business Solutions), Information Technology (100% online), Data Analytics (100% online) | $5,000 | |
| Dr Brian Webby Whyalla Support Grant | Engineering | up to $2,000 | |
| Gavin Wanganeen Aboriginal STEM Scholarship | Engineering, Information Technology, Science | $10,000 | |
| Guidera O'Connor (Second Year/Third Year/Fourth Year) Grants | Engineering (Mechanical / Mechanical and Mechatronic / Electrical and Mechatronic), Construction Management | $5,000 | |
| Hansen Yuncken Grant in Civil Engineering | Civil Engineering | $1,000 | |
| Hansen Yuncken Tony Swan Grant in Construction Management | Construction Management | $1,000 | |
| Hypatia Scholarship for Mathematically Talented Women | Mathematics, Quantitative Finance | $5,000 | |
| The Jeff Kasparian Regional Relocation Grant | Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics | $5,000 | |
| Korvest Mechanical Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing Scholarship | Engineering (Mechanical / Mechanical Advanced Manufacturing) | $15,000 | |
| O'Connors Engineering Grant | Mechanical and Mechatronic, Mechanical and Advanced Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering Honours | up to $5,000 | |
| Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics | $15,000 | ||
| Peter Varcoe Memorial Grant | Engineering, all programs in the Academic Unit | $1,650 | |
| Rainy Day Recruitment Aboriginal Scholarship |
Accounting & Finance, Architecture, Business, |
Up to $15,000 | |
| Richard Oertel Memorial Mathematics Grant | Mathematical Sciences, Mathematics(Data Science), Mathematics (Industrial and Applied Mathematics | $1,000 | |
| Rider Levett Bucknall Fourth Year Grant | Construction Management | $2,500 | |
| Rider Levett Bucknall Second Year Grant | Construction Management | $2,500 | |
| Rider Levett Bucknall Third Year Grant | Construction Management | $2,500 | |
| Sarah Constructions Grant | Construction Management and Economics, Engineering (Honours) (Civil and Project Management), Engineering (Honours) (Civil and Structural), Engineering (Honours) (Civil) | $3,000 | |
| Scheer Science Research Grant | Information Technology (Honours), Science(Honours), Applied Science (Industrial and Applied Mathematics)(Honours), Biomedical Research(Honours) | $5,000 | |
| Sir William Tyree Engineering Scholarship | Engineering | $60,000 |
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| The Sir Ross and Sir Keith Smith Civil Aviation Grant | Civil Aviation | $3,500 | |
| Southcott Undergraduate Engineering Scholarship | Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing Engineering | up to $30,000 | |
| UniSA STEM Aboriginal Achievement Scholarship | Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) | up to $12,000 | |
| UniSA STEM Higher Education Opportunity Scholarship | Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) | up to $12,000 | |
| UniSA STEM High Achiever Non-School Leaver Grant | Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) | $5,000 | |
| UniSA STEM High Achiever School Leaver Grant | Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) | up to $5,000 | |
| UniSA STEM Rural Scholarship | Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) | up to $12,000 | |
| Wallbridge Gilbert Aztec Civil Engineering Grant | Engineering | $5,000 | |
| Wilhelm Ruff Science Grant | Science | $2,000 | |
| Women in STEM Scholarship | Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) | up to $12,000 | |
| Ziptrak Engineering and Product Design Grant | Engineering, Mechatronic, Electrical, Mechanical, Advanced Manufacturing | $6,000 | |
| Zonge Australia Refugee Grant | Environmental Science | $2,500 |
Please note: Scholarships and Grants are subject to change and are awarded based on conditions current at the time of award.
The AusIMM STEM Access Scholarship will be available to talented students from backgrounds under-represented* in the mining and metallurgy industry. Applicants will be studying eligible science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) undergraduate or postgraduate programs. The scholarship will encourage completion of their studies and the pursuit of a career in the mining and metallurgy industry.
The eligible STEM related undergraduate programs are:
All associate degree and bachelor programs in
(i.e. all associate degree and bachelor programs delivered in UniSA STEM except for Aviation and Information Technology).
The eligible STEM related postgraduate programs are:
Engineering
Environmental and Geospatial Science
Surveying
Eligibility and Selection Criteria
The scholarship will provide industry access, mentoring support and the possibility of paid or unpaid work placement opportunities with AusIMM members based in South Australia.
Full-time applicants will be given preference. Part-time applicants will be considered where there is a demonstrated need to study part time. Pro-rata payments will apply for part-time enrolment.
Application
Applicants are required to provide a written statement (maximum 500 words) detailing:
The scholarship will be awarded based on alignment with under-represented group, the content of the written statement and the desire to pursue a career in the mining and metallurgy industry.
How to apply: Online applications via my Scholarships
Scholarship will not be opening for applications in 2024
Scholarship opening for applications in 2025 is still to be confirmed
Value: up to $25‚000 per recipient. Recipients will receive $6,250 per year up to a maximum four years payable in two instalments of $3,125, subject to continued enrolment in the STEM program and maintaining a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4.0 or above.
For more information‚ contact:
UniSA Campus Central
Tel: 1300 301 703
Email: askcampuscentral@unisa.edu.au
*Under-represented backgrounds include:
The scholarship is awarded annually to two high achieving students enrolled concurrently in the Bachelor of Aviation (Pilot) and the Graduate Diploma in Aviation.
Eligible programs include:
- Bachelor of Aviation (Pilot) (LBAN)‚ and the Graduate Diploma of Aviation (LGAN) concurrently.
Essential Criteria for applicants include:
- Must be enrolled in an eligible program.
- Must be Australian citizens or Permanent Residents of Australia.
- Have completed a minimum of 36 units in the Bachelor of Aviation (Pilot) with a GPA of 5.0 or above.
- Have completed a minimum of 6 units in the Graduate Diploma of Aviation.
- Provide a personal written statement (up to 500 words) addressing your career ambition/s, including your piloting journey so far and what difference the scholarship would make to you.
- Upload a copy of a current CV.
- Upload a copy of an unofficial academic transcript.
Women are encouraged to apply.
Value: Each scholarship is worth $3‚000.
The payment will be made in one installment following study period 5 census date.
How to apply: Online applications via my Scholarships
Scholarship re-opening in 2024 is still to be confirmed
For more information please contact:
Academic Services Officer
UniSA STEM
Tel: (08) 8302 3007
Email: STEM-teachinglearning@unisa.edu.au
The Badge SA Scholarship is available to a student who is enrolled full-time in the second year of the Bachelor of Construction Management and Economics (Honours) (IHCN) degree.
Applicants must be Australian or New Zealand citizens or Permanent Residents and submit a personal written statement (min 500 words) detailing their career objectives and how the scholarship will assist them, a copy of their current CV and their unofficial academic transcript.
The recipient will be selected on the basis of academic merit (GPA)‚ a personal written statement‚ character references and performance at an interview. The recipient may be offered the opportunity to undertake paid placements during their program and paid casual work experience during the university holidays.
The scholarship may not be held in conjunction with another scholarship in the Academic Unit and the successful applicant should not be currently undertaking any active employment or work experience with any competitor companies during the scholarship term. Continuance of the scholarship is subject to satisfactory academic performance.
Upon graduation, Badge SA may offer the recipient a graduate position with professional development, mentoring and vocational guidance.
How to apply: online via myScholarships in the student portal. As part of the application process‚ students must also supply an unofficial academic transcript that shows previous grades and GPA‚ a current CV and a letter of application.
How to apply: Online applications via my Scholarships.
Scholarship re-opening in 2025 is still to be confirmed
Value: $10,000. The scholarship is payable in three instalments. $2,000 in second year, $3,000 in third year and $5,000 in the fourth year. The annual payment will be made after the Study Period 2 census date subject to satisfactory academic performance.
For more information contact:
UniSA STEM
Tel: (08) 8302 3000
Email: STEM-teachinglearning@unisa.edu.au
The BAE Systems Australia First Nations Scholarship in Engineering is available to commencing students enrolled full-time in an engineering undergraduate program (other than civil engineering, structural engineering or construction management) at the University of South Australia.
Eligibility and selection criteria:
To be eligible for the Scholarship, applicants must:
Applicants must provide a CV and a written statement (maximum 750 words) that includes:
Applications will be evaluated based on equity and financial need, along with student motivation and inspiration for applying for the scholarship, with a preference for students who have not already received a corporate scholarship or other $15,000+ scholarships through the University.
The offer of the scholarship is subject to being admitted to, and enrolling in, an eligible UniSA program. If a scholarship holder does not enrol in an eligible UniSA program the scholarship will be offered to the next ranked applicant.
How to apply:
Applicants should submit an application form open from 1 October 2024 to 31 January 2025 (link to form available below) and written statement to:
UniSA Scholarship Office
Student and Academic Services
Email: scholarships.prizes@unisa.edu.au
Value:
Up to $40,000 per recipient over 4 years of study.
$10,000 annually paid in instalments of:
Scholarship recipients will be requested to submit a progress report in the year in which they receive the scholarship.
For more information, contact:
Campus Central
Tel: 1300 301 703
Email: askcampuscentral@unisa.edu.au
The BAE Systems Australia Williams Hicks Engineering Scholarship for Women from Regional Australia is available to commencing students intending to enrol full-time in an engineering undergraduate program (other than civil engineering, structural engineering or construction management) at the University of South Australia.
Recipients will receive $15,000 per year throughout their honours degree, payable over four years.
In addition, BAE Systems will invite the recipient the option to apply to undertake a paid 2nd and 3rd year professional placement, and a 4th year project with BAE Systems. Any professional placement hours or experience will be aligned to their studies for educational purposes only.
Eligibility and selection criteria:
To be eligible for the Scholarship, applicants must:
Applicants must provide a CV and a written statement (maximum 750 words) that includes:
Applications will be evaluated based on equity and financial need, along with student motivation and inspiration for applying for the scholarship, with a preference for students who have not already received a corporate scholarship
or other $15,000+ scholarships through the University.
The offer of the scholarship is subject to being admitted to, and enrolling in, an eligible UniSA program. If a scholarship holder does not enrol in an eligible UniSA program the scholarship will be offered to the next ranked applicant.
How to apply:
Applicants should submit an application form, opening from 1 October 2024 to 31 January 2025, (link to form available below) and written statement to:
UniSA Scholarship Office
Student and Academic Services
Email: scholarships.prizes@unisa.edu.au
Value: Up to $60,000 per recipient over 4 years of study.
$15,000 annually paid in instalments of:
• $7,500 after the Study Period 2 census date
• $7,500 after the Study Period 5 census date
Scholarship recipients will be requested to submit a progress report in the year in which they receive the scholarship.
For more information, contact:
Campus Central
Tel: 1300 301 703
Email: askcampuscentral@unisa.edu.au
The Built Environs Construction Management Grant will be awarded to a second-year student enrolled full-time in a construction management (Honours) undergraduate program at the University of South Australia.
The grant includes the opportunity for recipients to undertake paid work experience at Built Environs at a mutually agreed time and duration. The industry experience will typically take place during the summer teaching break for 6-12 weeks.
At the end of the work placement‚ recipients may be offered ongoing employment at Built Environs subject to negotiation between the company and students.
Eligibility and selection criteria:
To be eligible for the grant, applicants must:
Applicants must provide a written statement (maximum 750 words) detailing:
How to apply: Online applications via my Scholarships
Grant re-opening in 2025 is still to be confirmed
Value: up to $6,000 plus a 6–12-week paid placement with Build Environs.
Recipients receive payments in third and fourth year in instalments of $1,500 (subject to enrolment checks and satisfactory academic progression).
For more information contact:
Campus Central
Tel: 1300 301 703
Email: askcampuscentral@unisa.edu.au
The CEA Technologies Engineering Scholarship will be available to second-year students enrolled full-time in a mechanical engineering undergraduate program at the University of South Australia.
The eligible programs are:
• Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical)
• Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical and Advanced Manufacturing)
• Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical and Mechatronic)
The scholarship includes the opportunity for recipients to undertake paid work experience at CEA Technologies at a mutually agreed time and duration. The industry experience would typically take place during the summer teaching break for 6-12 weeks.
The work experience component of the scholarship is designed to complement the financial assistance available and extend the scholarships value by providing practical work-based experience and mentoring, and potentially a pathway to ongoing employment.
Recipients should be willing to attend placement in Canberra or other interstate capital city company location. The reasonable travel and accommodation expenses of attending placement interstate will be met by the company.
Eligibility and selection criteria:
To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must:
• be an Australian citizen
• be a continuing second-year student
• have full-time enrolment in an eligible mechanical engineering program
• demonstrate academic achievement (a cumulative Grade Point Average of 4.0 or above)
• agree to undertake a work placement at CEA Technologies
• provide a written statement clearly addressing the points listed below
• provide a Curriculum Vitae
• attend an interview
Applicants must provide a written statement (maximum 750 words) detailing:
• activities/interests/hobbies together with their reasons for studying their engineering degree
• future career goals within the engineering/defence industry
• academic standing and achievements
• any previous and current work experience
• acknowledgement of ability to travel interstate if required as part of your work placement (reasonable travel and accommodation expenses met by the company)
How to apply: Online applications via my Scholarships.
Scholarship re-opening in 2025 is still to be confirmed.
Value: $15,000 ($5,000 per year up to 3 years) plus a 6–12-week paid placement with CEA Technologies.
• $2,500 after the Study Period 2 census date
• $2,500 after the Study Period 5 census date
Ongoing recipients’ payments are subject to enrolment checks and satisfactory academic progression.
For more information contact:
UniSA STEM
Academic Service Officer
Email: STEM-TeachingLearning@unisa.edu.au
The Codan Undergraduate STEM Scholarship for Women will be available to second-year female students enrolled full-time or part-time in an eligible UniSA STEM undergraduate program at the University of South Australia.
The scholarship recognises and encourages talented female students who wish to pursue engineering or information technology as a career.
The eligible programs are:
• Bachelor of Software Engineering (Honours)
• Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical and Electronic)
• Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical and Mechatronic)
• Bachelor of Information Technology (Networking and Cyber Security)
The scholarship is valued at up to $15,000 payable over three years and includes the opportunity for recipients to undertake paid work experience at Codan at a mutually agreed time and duration. The industry experience will typically take place during the summer teaching break for 6-12 weeks.
The work experience component of the scholarship is designed to complement the financial assistance available and extend the scholarships value by providing practical work-based experience and mentoring, and potentially a pathway to employment.
Eligibility and selection criteria:
To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must:
• be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or refugee (holder of a permanent humanitarian visa or similar visa for refugees)
• be female
• be a continuing second-year student studying in an eligible UniSA STEM program
• have full-time (preferred) or part time enrolment
• demonstrate academic achievement (a cumulative Grade Point Average of 4.0 or above)
• a resident of South Australia (if a UniSA Online student)
• agree to undertake a work placement at Codan
• provide a written statement clearly addressing the points listed below
• provide a Curriculum Vitae
• attend an interview
Applicants must provide a written statement (maximum 750 words) detailing:
• reasons for studying their UniSA STEM degree
• future career goals within engineering or information technology
• their knowledge of Codan and the industry sector in which the company operates
• interest in attending a paid work placement at Codan and what they would like to achieve during placement
• academic standing and achievements
• any previous and current work experience
• community involvement and/or extracurricular activities/interests
How to apply: Online applications via my Scholarships.
Scholarship re-opening in 2025 is still to be confirmed.
Value: $5,000 per year up to 3 years (for full time students) plus a 6–12-week paid placement with Codan. Pro-rata payments will apply for part-time students.
• $2,500 after the Study Period 2 census date
• $2,500 after the Study Period 5 census date
Ongoing recipient payments are subject to enrolment checks and satisfactory academic progression.
For more information contact:
UniSA STEM
Academic Service Officer
Email: STEM-TeachingLearning@unisa.edu.au
The Data Action Grant will be awarded to a second year female student, studying full-time in one of the following undergraduate programs at the University of South Australia:
- Bachelor of Information Technology
- Bachelor of Information Technology (Networking and Cybersecurity)
- Bachelor of Information Technology (Software Development)
- Bachelor of Software Engineering (Honours)
- Bachelor of Information Technology and Data Analytics
- Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) (Enterprise Business Solutions)
- Bachelor of Information Technology (100% online)
- Bachelor of Data Analytics (100% online)
Students enrolled in the one-year Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) program are also eligible to apply.
To be eligible for this grant, applicants must:
- Be Australian citizens or Permanent Residents.
- Provide a personal written statement addressing their career goals in the field of information and communications technology and how the grant and associated work-related opportunities will be of benefit to them in achieving their goals.
- Have an interest in gaining work experience and insights from Data Action whilst completing their degree with a potential pathway to employment via the Data Action Graduate Program.
- Live in Adelaide or in reasonable proximity to Adelaide, or be willing to travel at your own cost, to satisfy the work placement provisions of the grant.
- Be female
Applicants are required to provide a written statement (maximum 500 words) outlining:
- Reasons for studying their UniSA IT program and how the degree supports their aspirations.
- Academic achievements (courses completed to date and grade obtained).
- Future career goals within the IT industry and how the receiving the grant would help achieve their goals.
- Willingness to engage with Data Action (for instance, undertaking a work placement at Data Action during breaks from University).
- Extracurricular interests and/or community involvement
Preference will be given to students who plan to live and work in Adelaide after they complete their program at the University of South Australia.
The grant recognises and encourages talented female students who wish to pursue information technology as a career.
The recipients will be offered the opportunity to engage with Data Action and learn more about the IT industry and gain valuable experience from a leading Australian IT firm. The engagement will be tailored and mutually agreed between Data Action and the recipient and may take the form of mentoring support, work placement / internships, or paid work experience during semester breaks and the summer vacation period.
Selection will be based on the personal written statement and academic merit (Grade Point Average).
Value: $5,000 to be paid in two instalments of $2500 after Study Period 2 and Study Period 5 census dates.
How to apply: Online applications via my Scholarships.
Grant re-opening in 2025 is still to be confirmed
For more information contact:
UniSA STEM
Tel: (08) 8302 3582
Email: STEM-teachinglearning@unisa.edu.au
The Dr Brian Webby Whyalla Support Grant assists undergraduate students studying at the Whyalla campus who are experiencing financial hardship.
Dr Brian Webby was a valued member of UniSA STEM, who played an important role within the UniSA Whyalla campus community.
Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants may be in second, third or fourth year.
Applicants are required to provide a written statement (maximum 500 words) detailing:
How to apply: Online applications via my Scholarships
Grant re-opening in 2025 is still to be confirmed
Value: $2‚000 (paid after the relevant census date awarded). Pro-rata payments will apply for part-time enrolment.
For more information contact:
Campus Central
Tel: 1300 301 703
Email: askcampuscentral@unisa.edu.au
The Gavin Wanganeen Aboriginal STEM Scholarship is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students enrolled full-time in a STEM undergraduate program at the University of South Australia. This scholarship supports students with a strong desire to succeed and give back to their local communities to complete a university degree.
Eligibility and selection criteria:
Students undertaking an engineering, information technology, science or any health science related program are eligible to apply. The scholarship is available to all year levels, however preference may be given to applicants in their penultimate year (that is, the student will receive scholarship support in the final two years of their program).
Applicants are required to provide a written statement (maximum 500 words) detailing:
Shortlisted applicants will not normally be required to be interviewed but may be asked to attend an interview to assist in the decision-making process.
Full-time recipients will be given preference. Part-time applicants will be considered where there is a demonstrated need to study part-time. Pro-rata payments will apply to part-time enrolment.
The scholarship will be awarded based on academic achievement and passion for the STEM program being studied, as demonstrated in the written statement.
Recipients may be in receipt of another scholarship or grant administered by UniSA, however previous recipients of other Gavin Wanganeen Aboriginal Scholarships are not eligible to apply.
How to apply: Online applications via myScholarships
Scholarship re-opening in 2025 is still to be confirmed
Important: When you apply for this grant, you will automatically be assessed against the eligibility criteria for all of the grants listed within the Aboriginal Grouped Schemes table. Once you have submitted your online application via myScholarships, you will be contacted by the UniSA Scholarships team within 5-7 business days and advised what supporting documentation you are required to provide in order to be considered for the grant(s) that you have been deemed eligible for. Please note:
Value: up to $10,000 (up to $5,000 per year for a maximum of two years for full-time students)
Payment will be in two instalments:
For more information‚ contact:
Campus Central
Tel: 1300 301 703
Email: askcampuscentral@unisa.edu.au
The Guidera O’Connor Grants would be available to continuing engineering and construction management students studying full-time in one of the following undergraduate programs at the University of South Australia:
UniSA Online applicants should live in Adelaide or in reasonable proximity to Adelaide to satisfy the work placement provisions of the grant.
One of each grant will be offered per year and awarded to one student in their second year, third year, and fourth year eligible program.
To be eligible for the grants, applicants must:
Applicants must also agree to attend a four-week paid work placement at Guidera O’Connor. This is an opportunity for recipients to engage with a leading Australian company providing design and construction services to the Australian water industry.
Applicants must provide:
A written statement (500-750 words) detailing:
The grants will be awarded based on the written statement outlining why the applicant would be a worthy recipient, referee reports and interview performance.
If‚ in the view of the selection panel‚ no applicant is sufficiently meritorious‚ no award shall be made.
Recipients can receive a Guidera O’Connor Grant in future years (grant recipients are not prevented from applying for the Third Year or Fourth Year Grant in subsequent years).
Students may be in receipt of another scholarship or grant administered by UniSA.
How to apply: Online applications via my Scholarships
Grants will not be opening for application in 2024
Grant re-opening in 2025 is still to be confirmed.
Value: $5,000
Two equal instalments of:
- $2,500.00 after Study Period 2 census date
- $2,500.00 after Study Period 5 census date
Payment of second instalment is subject to recipient;
- Maintaining enrolment
- Maintaining satisfactory academic progress and a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.0 or above
For more information contact:
Campus Central
Tel: 1300 301 703
Email: askcampuscentral@unisa.edu.au
For more information contact:
UniSA STEM
Tel: (08) 8302 3007
Email: STEM-teachinglearning@unisa.edu.au
For more information contact:
UniSA STEM
Tel: (08) 8302 3007
Email: STEM-teachinglearning@unisa.edu.au
UniSA STEM offers scholarships to full-time female students who enrol in a Bachelor of Mathematics program.
The scholarship will be awarded based upon academic merit and a personal written statement.
Eligible programs include:
Essential criteria for applicants include:
Value: $5,000.00 and provision of shared personal office space and a personal computer within the Academic Unit.
The payment will be made in two installment(s) following Study Period 2 and Study Period 5 census dates, provided the recipient continues to meet the essential criteria listed above.
How to apply: Applicants will need to send the following documents to STEM-TeachingLearning@unisa.edu.au before 9 February 2024.
Closing date: 9 February 2024
Submit to: STEM-teachinglearning@unisa.edu.au
For more information contact:
UniSA STEM
Tel: (08) 8302 3007
Email: STEM-teachinglearning@unisa.edu.au
The Jeff Kasparian Regional Relocation Grant assists high school graduates‚ residing in regional South Australia‚ to relocate to Adelaide to study at UniSA.
This annual grant will be awarded to financially disadvantaged students commencing their first year of an undergraduate program in UniSA STEM.
To be eligible for this grant‚ applicants must:
- Be an Australian citizen‚ Permanent Resident‚ or holder of a Permanent Humanitarian Visa.
- Nearing completion of year 12 in the current year (or a gap year student having completed year 12 in the previous year).
- Undertaking a STEM program
- Intend to commence study at UniSA on a full-time basis and be relocating from a regional location in South Australia to Adelaide for study.
- Submission of a written statement.
* Preference may be given to applicants who can demonstrate financial disadvantage.
Applicants are required to provide a written statement (maximum 500 words) detailing: -
- Reasons for enrolling in their UniSA STEM undergraduate program and future career goals.
- Details of any financial or educational disadvantage they would like considered*.
- The school they are graduating from.
- How the grant funds will benefit them.
- Work experience‚ community involvement and/or extracurricular activities.
- Personal achievements.
* Applicants are encouraged to include in narrative form details of their annual income, and the annual income of all the people in their household/family and any person/s they support or are supported by.
Shortlisted applicants will be required to attend a panel interview.
How to apply: Applications open 11 August 2024 to 3 February 2025.
Applicants are required to provide an application form and written statement as outlined to Student and Academic Services via email to scholarships.prizes@unisa.edu.au.
The offer of the scholarship is subject to admittance to an undergraduate program in UniSA STEM. If the selected student is not offered or does not accept a place in an undergraduate program in UniSA STEM‚ the grant will be offered to the next ranked applicant.
Value:
$5‚000
Payment will be in two instalments:
- $2‚500 paid upon enrolment
- $2‚500 paid after Study Period 2 census date
For more information contact:
Campus Central
Tel: 1300 301 703
Email: askcampuscentral@unisa.edu.au
The Korvest Mechanical Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing Scholarship is available to second-year students enrolled full-time (preferred) or part-time in an eligible UniSA STEM undergraduate program at the University of South Australia.
The eligible programs are:
• Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical) (LHMR - MCL-LHMR)
• Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical and Advanced Manufacturing) (LHMR - MAM-LHMR)
The scholarship is valued at up to $15,000 payable over three years and includes the opportunity of industry experience and a final year project internship.
Eligibility and selection criteria:
To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must:
• be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or refugee (holder of a permanent humanitarian visa or similar visa for refugees)
• be a continuing second-year student studying in an eligible UniSA STEM program
• have full-time (preferred) or part time enrolment
• demonstrate academic achievement (a cumulative Grade Point Average of 4.5 or above based on results received in the first 1.5 years of the program)
• provide a written statement clearly addressing the points listed below
• provide a Curriculum Vitae
• attend an interview
Applicants must provide a written statement (maximum 750 words) detailing:
• reasons for studying their UniSA mechanical engineering or advanced manufacturing degree and future career goals within the engineering industry
• any practical engineering experience
• their knowledge of Korvest and the industry sector in which the company operates
• academic standing and achievements
• any previous and current work experience
• community involvement and/or extracurricular activities/interests/hobbies
Preference may be given to female applicants and applicants who are over 21 years of age.
How to apply: Online applications open on 15 August 2024 until 28 October 2024 via my Scholarships
Value: $5,000 per year up to 3 years (for full time students) Pro-rata payments will apply for part-time students.
• $2,500 after the Study Period 2 census date
• $2,500 after the Study Period 5 census date
Ongoing recipient payments are subject to recipients maintaining enrolment and satisfactory progress.
For more information contact:
UniSA STEM
Email: STEM-teachinglearning@unisa.edu.au
The O’Connors Engineering Grant will be awarded to a student enrolled full-time in either the second year‚ third year‚ or fourth year of one of the following programs:
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical) - LHMR
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical and Mechatronic) - LHMR
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical and Advanced Manufacturing) - LHMR
Applicants must be Australian citizens or Permanent Residents and provide their Curriculum Vitae and a personal written statement (500 words) detailing:
- academic achievements
- future career goals
- their intended topic for their final year project. Preference may be given to students that demonstrate a focus on innovation for their final year project (if applicable)
- their financial disadvantage
How to apply: Online applications via my Scholarships.
Grant re-opening in 2025 is still to be confirmed
Value: The recipient will receive up to $5‚000. The *$5‚000 will be paid in two instalments of *$2‚500‚ the first payment will take place after the Study Period 2 census date in the recipient’s relevant year of study‚ with final payment taking place after the Study Period 5 census date in the relevant year of study (provided the recipient maintains full-time enrolment and satisfactory academic merit).
For more information please contact:
UniSA STEM
Tel: 08 8302 3007
Email: STEM-TeachingLearning@unisa.edu.au
Omni Executive was established in 2012 as a management consultancy delivering niche strategic services to the Department of Defence. Since then, the company has rapidly expanded into aerospace development, training and security, vetting and specialist professional services. Omni has grown to a team of over 400 professionals providing high value, high trust national security and intelligence solutions to a wide range of Australian government and corporate clients.
UniSA Veterans Engagement and Education Program (VEEP) scholarships have been developed to provide an extra layer of encouragement and support for VEEP students to improve capacity to undertake and complete a tertiary degree.
The Omni Executive Defence Scholarship supports commencing and continuing students studying full-time or part-time in any undergraduate or postgraduate coursework program within UniSA STEM or UniSA Business.
The scholarship is targeted at students registered with the Veterans’ Engagement and Education Program (VEEP) however eligibility is also extended to students with a strong interest in a career in the defence industry.
Eligibility and selection criteria
• Australian citizen‚ Australian Permanent resident
• registered VEEP participant or able to demonstrate a strong interest in a defence industry career
• commencing or continuing student in an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework program in UniSA STEM or UniSA Business
• full-time or part-time study load
• submission of a written statement
• submission of a Curriculum Vitae
Students registered with the Veterans’ Engagement and Education Program (VEEP) or those with a strong interest in a career in the defence industry are encouraged to apply. A preference may be given to applicants who are a registered VEEP participant or are defence ready in terms of security clearances.
Applicants must agree to attend a paid work/industry placement at Omni Executive.
Applicants are required to provide a written statement (500-750 words) detailing:
• summary of work history and life experience;
• reasons for studying their UniSA STEM or Business program;
• future career goals;
• interest in attending paid placement at Omni Executive and what they hope to achieve during the placement;
• community involvement and/or extracurricular activities/interests;
• academic standing and achievements; and
• the name of any scholarships or grants currently held (or where an application is pending).
Shortlisted applicants will be required to attend an interview.
How to apply: Online applications via my Scholarships
Scholarship re-opening in 2024 is still to be confirmed
The Peter Varcoe Memorial Grant will encourage and support Aboriginal students studying full-time in a degree program in UniSA STEM at the University of South Australia.
Preference may be given to students studying a Bachelor of Engineering.
The Peter Varcoe Memorial Grant is open to second‚ third and fourth year Aboriginal students and will be awarded on the basis of academic merit and demonstrated financial disadvantage.
Value:
The grant is valued at $1,650, paid in a single instalment after the Study Period 2 census date.
How to apply: Online applications via myScholarships
Grant re-opening in 2025 is still to be confirmed
Important: When you apply for this grant, you will automatically be assessed against the eligibility criteria for all of the grants listed within the Aboriginal Grouped Schemes table. Once you have submitted your online application via myScholarships, you will be contacted by the UniSA Scholarships team within 5-7 business days and advised what supporting documentation you are required to provide in order to be considered for the grant(s) that you have been deemed eligible for. Please note:
For more information contact:
Campus Central
Tel: 1300 301 703
Email: askcampuscentral@unisa.edu.au
The Richard Oertel Memorial Grant is a perpetual award that honours the late Dr Richard Oertel who lectured in mathematics at UniSA's Whyalla Campus and previously at Mawson Lakes (formerly The Levels).
The grant will be awarded to a student who is enrolled full-time in the second or third year of a Bachelor of Mathematics program at UniSA. The recipient will receive up to $1,000. The grant will be paid in a single instalment of $1,000 after the Study Period 2 census date in the recipients' second or third year of study, provided the recipient maintains full-time enrolment and satisfactory academic merit.
The eligible programs are:
The grant is designed to assist recipients meet the costs associated with study including textbooks, travel costs, computing equipment or other out-of-pocket expenses.
Applicants will be asked to provide a personal written statement (maximum 500 words) detailing:
The name of any scholarships or grants currently held (or where an application is pending).
The recipient will be selected on the basis of academic merit (minimum Grade Point Average of 4.5) and passion for mathematics as demonstrated in the personal written statement. Preference may be given to applicants facing financial disadvantage or hardship.
How to apply: Online applications via my Scholarships.
Grant re-opening in 2025 is still to be confirmed
Value: $1,000
For more information contact:
UniSA STEM
Tel: (08) 8302 3582
Email: STEM-teachinglearning@unisa.edu.au
UniSA STEM
Tel: 08 8302 3007
Email: STEM-teachinglearning@unisa.edu.au
The Rider Levett Bucknall Second Year Grant will assist a student in their second year of the Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) (IHCN) degree program, or the Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) (XHCM) for UniSA Online students who are based in South Australia. The recipient will be selected in the first year of their program and will receive the grant in their second year provided they continue to meet the eligibility criteria.
Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants must:
Female students are encouraged to apply.
The grant may not be held in conjunction with another grant managed by UniSA STEM during the grant term.
Selection: The recipient will be assessed on the basis of academic merit and personal attributes evident in the grant application and interview process. The recipient will be given the opportunity to undertake paid work experience and will be required to submit a written report to RLB at the conclusion of the grant. Awarding of the grant is at the discretion of the selection committee, who may not award the grant where there are no suitable candidates.
Value: $2‚500 to be paid in one instalment after the Study Period 2 census date in the recipient’s second year.
How to apply: Online applications via my Scholarships
Grant re-opening in 2025 is still to be confirmed
For more information contact:
UniSA STEM
Tel: (08) 8302 3007
Email: STEM-teachinglearning@unisa.edu.au
The Rider Levett Bucknall Third Year Grant will assist a student in their third year of the Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) (IHCN) degree program, or the Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) (XHCM) for UniSA Online students who are based in South Australia. The recipient will be selected in the second year of their program and will receive the grant in their third year provided they continue to meet the eligibility criteria.
Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants must:
Female students are encouraged to apply.
The grant may not be held in conjunction with another grant managed by UniSA STEM during the grant term and previous recipients of a Rider Levett Bucknall Grant will not be considered.
Selection: The recipient will be assessed on the basis of academic merit and personal attributes evident in the grant application and interview process. The recipient will be given the opportunity to undertake paid work experience and will be required to submit a written report to RLB at the conclusion of the grant. Awarding of the grant is at the discretion of the selection committee, who may not award the grant where there are no suitable candidates.
Value: $2‚500 to be paid in one instalment after the Study Period 2 census date in the recipient’s third year.
How to apply: Online applications via my Scholarships
Grant re-opening in 2025 is still to be confirmed
For more information contact:
UniSA STEM
Tel: (08) 8302 3007
Email: STEM-teachinglearning@unisa.edu.au
For more information contact:
UniSA STEM
Tel: (08) 8302 3007
Email: STEM-teachinglearning@unisa.edu.au
The Scheer Science Research Grant provides encouragement and support for talented students as they embark on their Honours year or their first year of study in Master of Research or Doctor of Philosophy. Applicants should have high academic standing and a keen interest in researching an area of importance to society or making Australia a better place for future generations.
Eligible one-year Honours programs:
Note that the grant is not available to students studying degrees ‘with honours’.
Eligible Academic Unit for Master of Research and Doctor of Philosophy:
The grant funds are designed to assist recipients conduct research and engage with industry or other stakeholders and reduce the need to work while studying and researching.
Eligibility and selection criteria
- Australian Citizen or Australian Permanent Resident.
- Undertaking an eligible science related Honours program or first year of Master of Research or Doctor of Research.
- Academic merit (cumulative Grade Point Average of 5.0 or above, or equivalent based on undergraduate performance).
- Full-time study load.
- Letter of support from Program Director, principal supervisor/co-supervisor written statement.
Applicants are required to provide a written statement (maximum 500 words) outlining:
- Reasons for studying their UniSA program and how the degree supports their future aspirations.
- The nature of the proposed research topic or final year Honours project and its importance to society.
- Academic achievements.
- Any financial or educational disadvantage that the applicant wishes taken into account.
- How the scholarship funds will be used to benefit them and their Honours or final year research.
The grant will be awarded based on academic achievement, research topic, the content of the written statement and the letter of support.
How to apply: Online applications via my Scholarships
Grant re-opening in 2025 is still to be confirmed
Value: $5‚000
Payment will be in two instalments:
$2,500 (paid after the census date for Study Period 2)
$2,500 (paid after the census date for Study Period 5)
For more information contact:
Research Student Services
Tel: (08) 8302 5880
Email: research.students@unisa.edu.au
The Sir Ross and Sir Keith Smith Civil Aviation fund will award annually to two students who obtain the highest grade point average upon completion of their second year of studies of the Bachelor of Aviation program. The grant will be awarded on the basis of outstanding academic achievement.
Eligible programs include:
Essential criteria includes:
Recipients will be asked to provide their Curriculum Vitae and personal statement about themselves, their study and aspirations, and after a year recipients must provide a summary of how the Grant has helped them achieve their goals within Aviation.
How to apply: Online applications via my Scholarships
Grant re-opening in 2024 is still to be confirmed
Value: Two grants each to the value of $3,500 awarded annually.
For more information contact:
UniSA STEM
Tel: (08) 8302 3007
Email: STEM-teachinglearning@unisa.edu.au
Sir William Tyree was the founder of the Tyree Group of companies and a leading Australian industrialist. Upon his passing in 2013‚ Sir William left an enduring legacy through his foundation and business interests to support engineering education and research for the future prosperity of Australia.
The Sir William Tyree Engineering Scholarship is a prestigious scholarship to assist students from Australia to pursue their dream of obtaining an UniSA engineering qualification‚ in the face of financial and other challenges.
The scholarship is available to commencing engineering students‚ studying full-time in one of the following undergraduate programs at the University of South Australia:
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical and Electronic)
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical and Mechatronic)
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical)
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical and Mechatronic)
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical and Advanced Manufacturing)
Students undertaking double degree programs are ineligible for the scholarship.
Eligibility criteria
To be eligible for the scholarship‚ applicants must:
Preference may be given to applicants from regional or remote locations or those from low-socio-economic areas
* The offer of the scholarship is subject to achieving the required ATAR and admittance to an eligible UniSA program. If a scholarship holder does not achieve the required ATAR or is not offered or does not accept a place in an eligible UniSA program, the scholarship will be offered to the next ranked applicant.
Application
Applicants must provide a written statement (500-750 words) detailing:
Applicants are encouraged to clearly address each point under a separate heading.
Shortlisted applicants may be required to attend an interview, conducted via Zoom or face to face.
How to apply:
Applications will open 30 August 2024 to 16 February 2025.
Applicants should submit an application form (link below) and written statement to:
UniSA Scholarship Office
Student and Academic Services
Email: scholarships.prizes@unisa.edu.au
Value: The scholarship is valued at $60,000 over the duration of a four-year program.
For more information contact:
Campus Central
Tel: 1300 301 703
Email: askcampuscentral@unisa.edu.au
With more than a century of manufacturing and engineering experience, the Southcott company has evolved to become a specialist in the field of hydraulic supplies and high-performance system design capable of meeting the requirements of Australia’s most demanding industries.
The Southcott Undergraduate Engineering Scholarship is available to commencing and continuing mechanical engineering students studying full-time in one of the following undergraduate programs at the University of South Australia:
Eligibility and selection criteria
The scholarship is a prestigious award recognising students who can demonstrate academic achievement, leadership skills and/or potential, and have a passion for engineering with clear career objectives.
The scholarship includes the requirement for recipients to engage with a leading Australian manufacturer by conducting the final year project and work experience placement or internship at Southcott. There is also the possibility for recipients to benefit from part-time work experience while completing their university studies.
Applicants are required to provide a written statement (500-750 words) detailing:
Shortlisted applicants will be required to attend an interview.
The scholarship will be awarded with the recipient’s agreement to conduct the final year project and work experience placement or internship at Southcott.
How to apply: Online applications via my Scholarships
Scholarship re-opening in 2025 is still to be confirmed.
Value: up to $30,000
Up to $7,500 per year to a maximum of four years for full-time students, paid in instalments after each study period census date. Scholarship payments are not retrospective – recipients receiving the scholarship in second, third or fourth year will not receive funds for previous study periods.
Recipients are required to maintain a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.0 or above.
For more information contact:
UniSA STEM
Email: STEM-TeachingLearning@unisa.edu.au
Tel: (08) 8302 3007
UniSA STEM will provide a living allowance scholarship to a commencing or second year, full-time or part-time (pro-rata) student of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent studying a UniSA STEM Undergraduate program.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent
- Studying a UniSA STEM Associate Degree or Bachelor’s program‚ including UniSA Online.
- Be enrolled full-time or part-time
- Be in the first or second year of an eligible program
This grant may not be awarded if the potential recipient has received another UniSA STEM scholarship or grant. The total number of grants awarded will be at the discretion of UniSA STEM Executive.
How to apply:
Applications will open in Study Period 2 2024. Students will need to apply online via myScholarships in the student portal. As part of the application process students will need to submit an affirmation confirming their Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent.
Student are strongly encouraged to submit a written statement of up to 400 words in response to two of the following questions to support their application:
1. Why did you choose a STEM degree?
2. What have you enjoyed about your degree so far?
3. What are your career aspirations once you have completed your degree?
4. If you had an ideal company you could work for‚ who would it be and why have you chosen them?
Where more than one application is received students will be contacted and asked to submit a written statement if they have not already done so.
Selection:
Selection will be made after the Study Period 2/5 census dates each year. Assessment is made on the basis of academic merit and if required‚ responses to additional questions if more than two applications are received.
Value:
$3‚000 per year for the duration of the program‚ to the maximum of $9‚000 for a 3 year program and $12‚000 for a 4 year program. Part-time students will be paid on a pro-rata basis.
For double/combined degree students‚ the scholarship will only apply for a maximum of 4 years full-time or pro-rata part-time. Payment will be made after the Study Period 2 and Study Period 5 census dates.
The successful recipient must maintain a minimum GPA of 4.0 per study period and maintain enrolment in a STEM Undergraduate program to receive payment. If these conditions are not met for a single study period‚ the recipient will forfeit the scholarship payment for that period. If these conditions are not met for two consecutive study periods the recipient will forfeit the remainder of the scholarship‚ unless evidence is provided to support reasons why‚ and this is approved. Recipients who have applied for a leave of absence from study will forfeit the scholarship payment for that period.
For more information contact:
UniSA STEM
Phone: 8302 3007
Email: STEM-TeachingLearning@unisa.edu.au
UniSA STEM will provide financial assistance to eligible students who meet specified equity criteria who are pursuing an undergraduate or postgraduate degree by coursework program within UniSA STEM.
Eligibility Criteria:
This includes but is not limited to students that:
Individual circumstances outside the above areas may be considered on a case by case basis where a student is able to demonstrate significant educational disadvantage.
This grant may not be awarded if the potential recipient has received another UniSA STEM scholarship or grant. The total number of grants awarded will be at the discretion of UniSA STEM Executive.
How to apply:
Applications will open in Study Period 2 2024. Students will need to apply online via myScholarships in the student portal. As part of the application process‚ students must provide a personal written statement up to 500 words, demonstrating how they meet the eligibility criteria outlined above and how this financial relief will assist them with their future studies. Students must provide sufficient supporting documentation to substantiate claims (where appropriate).
Selection:
Selection will be made after the Study Period 2/5 census dates each year. Assessment is made on the basis of financial disadvantage‚ academic merit‚ a personal written statement and supporting documentation.
Value:
$3‚000 per year for the duration of the program. For example‚ a 3 year Bachelors degree would be eligible for a maximum of $9‚000.
For double/combined degree students‚ the scholarship will only apply for 4 years. Payment will be made after the Study Period 2 and Study Period 5 census dates.
The successful recipient must maintain a minimum GPA of 4.0 per study period and a minimum enrolment of 9 units per study period to receive payment. If these conditions are not met for a single study period‚ the recipient will forfeit the scholarship payment for that period. If these conditions are not met for two consecutive study periods the recipient will forfeit the remainder of the scholarship‚ unless evidence is provided to support reasons why‚ and this is approved. Recipients who have applied for a leave of absence from study will forfeit the scholarship payment for that period.
For more information contact:
UniSA STEM
Phone: 8302 3007
Email: STEM-TeachingLearning@unisa.edu.au
Grant currently not available
UniSA STEM will award high achieving school leaver students who have not previously commenced higher education a grant to the value of $5,000.
Eligibility Criteria:
• School leavers must have obtained an ATAR of 97 or above (exclusive of bonus points).
• Be enrolled full-time in the first year of a Bachelor degree in UniSA STEM.
• Must have studied at secondary level in the year prior to commencing their undergraduate degree.
• Recipients must be Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens living in Australia, Permanent Residents or hold a permanent humanitarian visa
• Not previously commenced study within higher education.
This grant may not be awarded if the potential recipient has received another UniSA STEM scholarship or grant. The total number of grants awarded will be at the discretion of UniSA STEM.
Selection:
Eligible students meeting the criteria outlined above will be identified and recipients selected based on merit. No application is necessary‚ and recipients will be advised by email following study period 2 & 5 census date.
Recipients may be selected in both semester 1 and semester 2, depending on their offer and admission dates.
Value:
The grant is for the value of $5‚000 and will be paid in two equal instalments after study period census dates. The second instalment is conditional on the recipient achieving a GPA of 5 or higher.
For more information contact:
UniSA STEM
Phone: 8302 3007
Email: STEM-TeachingLearning@unisa.edu.au
Grant currently not available
UniSA STEM will award high achieving non-school leaver students‚ who have not previously commenced any other higher education study with the University of South Australia, a grant to the value of $5‚000.
Eligibility Criteria:
This grant may not be awarded if the potential recipient has received another UniSA STEM scholarship or grant. The total number of grants awarded will be at the discretion of UniSA STEM.
Selection:
Eligible students meeting the criteria outlined above will be identified. Where a number of students hold the same GPA, recipients will be selected on the basis of academic performance (derived from the average of marks awarded for courses completed in their first semester). No application is necessary, and recipients will be advised by email following the release of semester grades.
Value:
The grant is for the value of $5‚000 and will be paid in two equal instalments after study period census dates. The second instalment is conditional on the recipient/s achieving a GPA of at least 5 in their first semester of study.
For more information contact:
UniSA STEM
Phone: +61 8 8302 3007
Email: STEM-TeachingLearning@unisa.edu.au
UniSA STEM will provide a scholarship to a student who has relocated from a rural‚ regional or isolated area to pursue study within a UniSA STEM Undergraduate program.
Eligibility Criteria:
How to apply:
Applications will open in Study Period 2 2024. Students will need to apply online via myScholarships in the student portal. As part of the application process‚ students must provide a personal written statement up to 500 words describing:
Selection:
Selection will be made after the Study Period 2/5 census dates each year. Assessment is made on the basis of financial disadvantage‚ academic merit‚ a personal written statement and supporting documentation.
Value:
$3‚000 per year for the duration of the program‚ to the maximum of $9‚000 for a 3 year program and $12‚000 for a 4 year program.
For double/combined degree students‚ the scholarship will only apply for 4 years. Payment will be made after the Study Period 2 and Study Period 5 census dates.
The successful recipient must maintain a minimum GPA of 4.0 per study period and maintain enrolment in a STEM Undergraduate program to receive payment. If these conditions are not met for a single study period‚ the recipient will forfeit the scholarship payment for that period. If these conditions are not met for two consecutive study periods the recipient will forfeit the remainder of the scholarship‚ unless evidence is provided to support reasons why‚ and this is approved. Recipients who have applied for a leave of absence from study will forfeit the scholarship payment for that period.
For more information contact:
UniSA STEM
Phone: 8302 3007
Email: STEM-TeachingLearning@unisa.edu.au
The WGA Civil Engineering Grant will be awarded to a high achieving full-time Bachelor of Engineering student undertaking the third year of an undergraduate program.
The grant coincides with when most students undertake industrial experience and recipients will also receive a 12 week paid work placement at Wallbridge Gilbert Aztec (WGA).
Eligibility and selection criteria:
The eligible programs are:
Applicants are required to provide a written statement (maximum 500 words) outlining:
Shortlisted applicants may be asked to attend a selection panel interview.
The grant will be awarded on the basis of academic achievement, passion for the industry and leadership potential as demonstrated in the written statement. Interpersonal skills demonstrated in the interview will also be considered.
How to apply: Online applications via my Scholarships
Grant will not be opening for applications in 2024
Grant re-opening in 2025 is still to be confirmed
Value: $5,000. Payment will be in two instalments:
- $2,500 (paid after the census date for Study Period 2)
- $2,500 (paid after the census date for Study Period 5)
For more information contact:
Academic Services
UniSA STEM
Phone: (08) 8302 3000
Email: STEM-teachinglearning@unisa.edu.au
The Wilhelm Ruff Science Grant will be awarded to a student who is enrolled in the Bachelor of Science program at UniSA.
The grant is designed to assist recipients meet the costs associated with study including textbooks‚ travel costs‚ computing equipment or other out-of-pocket expenses.
To be eligible for the grant, applicants must:
Applicants will be required to provide a personal written statement (maximum 500 words) detailing:
The recipient will be selected based on academic merit (minimum Grade Point Average of 5.0) and passion for science as demonstrated in the personal written statement. Preference may be given to female applicants or applicants facing financial disadvantage or hardship.
Value: $2‚000
How to apply: Online applications via my Scholarships.
For more information contact:
UniSA STEM
Tel: (08) 8302 3000
Email: STEM-teachinglearning@unisa.edu.au
UniSA STEM will provide a scholarship to a commencing female student with a competitive ATAR‚ studying full-time or part-time within a UniSA STEM Undergraduate program.
Eligibility Criteria:
This grant may not be awarded if the potential recipient has received another UniSA STEM scholarship or grant. The total number of grants awarded will be at the discretion of UniSA STEM Executive.
How to apply: Applications will open in Study Period 2 2024. Students will need to apply online via myScholarships in the student portal. As part of the application process‚ students must provide a 500 word personal written statement demonstrating how they meet the eligibility criteria outlined above and how this financial relief will assist them with their future studies.
Selection:
Selection will be made after the Study Period 2 census date each year. Assessment is made on the basis of financial disadvantage‚ academic merit (competitive ATAR)‚ a personal written statement and supporting documentation.
Value:
$3‚000 per year for the duration of the program‚ to the maximum of $9‚000 for a 3 year program and $12‚000 for a 4 year program.
For double/combined degree students‚ the scholarship will only apply for 4 years. Payment will be made after the Study Period 2 and Study Period 5 census dates.
The successful recipient must maintain a minimum GPA of 4.0 per study period and maintain enrolment in a STEM Undergraduate program to receive payment. If these conditions are not met for a single study period‚ the recipient will forfeit the scholarship payment for that period. If these conditions are not met for two consecutive study periods the recipient will forfeit the remainder of the scholarship‚ unless evidence is provided to support reasons why‚ and this is approved. Recipients who have applied for a leave of absence from study will forfeit the scholarship payment for that period.
For more information contact:
UniSA STEM
Phone: 8302 3007
Email: STEM-TeachingLearning@unisa.edu.au
The Ziptrak Engineering and Product Design Grant will be awarded to a student who is enrolled full-time or part-time in one of the following undergraduate or postgraduate programs at the University of South Australia:
The grant will be available to:
The recipient will be offered the opportunity to engage with Ziptrak to learn more about the manufacturing industry and gain valuable experience from a leading South Australian company. The engagement will be tailored and mutually agreed between Ziptrak and the recipient and may take the form of mentoring support, work placement / internship, or paid work experience during semester breaks and the summer vacation period.
Eligibility and selection criteria:
Applicants are required to provide a CV and a personal written statement (maximum 500 words) detailing:
To receive the grant, applicants must demonstrate financial or educational disadvantage and a passion for their UniSA program.
How to apply: Online applications via myScholarships
Value: $6‚000
Payment will be in two instalments:
$3,000 (paid after the census date for Study Period 2)
$3,000 (paid after the census date for Study Period 5)
Pro-rata payments apply for part-time students.
The recipient must maintain enrolment and satisfactory academic merit.
For more information contact:
Campus Central
Tel: 1300 301 703
Email: askcampuscentral@unisa.edu.au
The Zonge Australia Refugee Grant supports an undergraduate student from a refugee background studying in the area of Environmental Science. Applicants will be students who are studying full time at any year level of the Environmental Science undergraduate program or Graduate Certificate in Environmental Science, Graduate Diploma in Environmental Science or Masters of Environmental Science.
Eligibility and Selection Criteria
Applicants are required to provide a written statement (maximum 500 words) detailing:
How to apply: Online applications via my Scholarships
Grant re-opening in 2025 is still to be confirmed
Important: When you apply for this grant, you will automatically be assessed against the eligibility criteria for all of the grants listed within the Refugee Grouped Grant table. Once you have submitted your online application via myScholarships, you will be contacted by the UniSA Scholarships team within 5-7 business days and advised what supporting documentation you are required to provide in order to be considered for the grant(s) that you have been deemed eligible for. Please note:
Value: $2‚500
Payment will be in two instalments:
- $1,250 (paid after the census date for Study Period 2)
- $1,250 (paid after the census date for Study Period 5)
For more information contact:
Campus Central
Tel: 1300 301 703
Email: askcampuscentral@unisa.edu.au