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30/09/2025
UNSW Science Undergraduate Scholarships for Students Commencing Term 1, 2026
UGCA1730
Key
High School Leaver
Indigenous Australians
Rural
UAC & EAS
Criteria
Stage
Minimum Value
$5,000
available for Duration of program (minimum)
Residency
Aus Citizen / Aus Permanent Resident / NZ Citizen
Opens
02/07/2025
Closes
30/09/2025
For commencement Term 1 2026
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Outline
Science Merit Scholarships aim to encourage and assist students commencing undergraduate studies in the Faculty of Science at UNSW.
By applying for the Science Merit Scholarships you may be considered for the following scholarships. More scholarships may be added to this list progressively.
Offers will be made progressively from ATAR release date onwards.
| Scholarship | Value and Duration | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Sir Rupert Myers Scholarship (UGCA1446) | $5,000 for minimum duration of program |
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| Thomson Family Endowed Scholarship In Materials Science and Engineering (UGCA1117) | $5,000 for minimum duration of program |
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Selection Criteria
Applicants will be assessed on the basis of:
- Academic Merit
- Leadership skills (school, workplace or community)
- Extra-curricular activities (sporting, cultural activities, volunteer/work experience)
- Aptitude and commitment to studies in material science and engineering
Other Science Scholarships Opportunities
No application required
You do not need to submit an application to be considered for the below scholarships/awards.
Selection Criteria
Applicants will be assessed on the basis of:
- Academic Merit
| Scholarship | Value and Duration | Additional Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Faculty of Science Scholarship (UGCA1106) | $5,000 per annum for the minimum duration of program |
No additional criteria |
| Women in Science Scholarship (UGCA1599) | $5,000 per annum for the minimum duration of program |
Be female |
| Science Achiever Award (UGCA1358) | $6,000 for 1 year |
No additional criteria |
You must provide evidence supporting the above criteria in your online application. Please refer to the Scholarship Application Supporting Documents for a detailed list of examples.
Unanswered application questions or claims without supporting documentation will not be assessed. Late applications/supporting documentation will not be accepted. Activities/Achievements recorded more than 3 years ago will not be considered in your application assessment
Applications close 11:59PM AEST, 30 September 2025.Please keep in mind that technical support is only available during business hours (until 5pm on 30 September 2025). The Scholarships Office encourages applicants to submit their applications in advance of the closing time where possible.
School of Mathematics & Statistics Scholarships
Separate Application Required
There are a number of scholarships available for students planning to major in the School of Mathematics & Statistics. A separate scholarship application is required. Click here for more information on how to apply for these scholarships.
Other Science Scholarships Opportunities
| Scholarship | Value and Duration | Additional Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Mike Cannon-Brookes Endowed Scholarship (UGCA1622) | This scholarship will cover 100% of the tuition fees and pay an annual stipend of $10,000 for the duration of the program. |
See advertisement |
UNSW reserves the right not to award a scholarship where there is no applicant of sufficient merit, or if the applicant does not meet the scholarship eligibility and/or selection criteria.