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To apply for a scholarship or bursary to study at UTAS please go to the Scholarships and Bursaries page.

Below are the main undergraduate scholarships available to study Agricultural Science at UTAS.
[Please not that most applications for scholarships close in October for study the following year.]

Award Eligibility
 Amount
 Duration
 Frequency

Agricultural Science Scholarship

These scholarships are offered by the School of Agricultural Science.  They are available to students who have performed well at school and who are enrolling for the first time at the University of Tasmania.

 Available to students commencing study in the Bachelor of Agricultural Science or the Bachelor of Applied Science (Agriculture).  Interstate students also receive one return airfare per annum to their nearest capital city plus help with relocation expenses.
 Course fees (HECS)
 Up to four years
 Every year

Beef Industry Trust Scholarship

This scholarship is provided by the Tasmanian Beef Industry Trust to assist students who have an interest in the development of the beef and cattle industry.

 Available to a student eligible to enter second year of a course in the School of Agricultural Science.
 $4,000 per year
 Up to three years
 Every year

Bert Campbell Memorial Scholarship in Agriculture

This scholarship has been provided by the Agricultural Contractors of Tasmania to honour the memory of Bert Campbell, who was a pioneer in harvesting, cereal production and the poppy industry.  It is offered to support the development of young people in the agricultural sciences.

 Available to a student eligible to enter the final year of their degree, either year 3 of the Bachelor of Applied Science (Agriculture) or year 4 of the Bachelor of Agricultural Science.
 $2,000
 One year
 Every year

Beryl Bennett Bursary

This bursary was established to honour the memory of Beryl Bennett and to provide financial assistance to students enrolled in courses in the School of Agricultural Science at the University of Tasmania.

 Available to a commencing or continuing student in the School of Agricultural Science. 
Selection is based on demonstrated financial need as well as evidence of academic ability.
 $3,000 per year
 Up to four years On completion

Bruce Wall Estate Honours Scholarship (Agriculture/Aquaculture)

Two scholarships are provided from the estate of the late Bruce Wall which supports a number of Tasmanian youth projects.

 Available to students eligible to enter honours in agriculture or aquaculture.
 $5,500
 One year
 Every year

Bruce Wall Estate Scholarship

Two scholarships are provided from the estate of the late Bruce Wall, which supports a number of Tasmanian youth projects.

 Available to students eligible to commence a course in agriculture or aquaculture/fisheries.
 $4,500 per year
 Up to four years Every year

Country Women's Association Bursary

The Country Women’s Association Bursary is made available each year through the generosity of the Tasmanian Branch, which supports a rural student to undertake a course at UTAS which has relevance to regional communities.

 Available to a female student from a rural area commencing study in the Bachelor of Agricultural Science.  Assessment will be made on semester one results.
 $500
 One off payment
 Every year

Fruit Growers Tasmania Honours Scholarship

Fruit Growers Tasmania, the peak body representing the interests of the State's apple, pear and stone fruit industries, will support a student whose honours research will further improve the technical capacity and value of these industries to Tasmania.

 Available to a student undertaking honours study in either area with a project relevant to the fruit industry.
 $5,000
 One year
 Every year

George Wade Tasmania University Scholarship in Agricultural Science

This endowed scholarship is offered in honour of the late Professor George Wade, a respected plant pathologist who established the School of Agricultural Science at UTAS in 1962. His 19-year leadership largely shaped the school as it is today.

 Available to a student commencing study in the School of Agricultural Science.
 $3,000
 One year
 On completion

Graeme Tole Memorial Scholarship in Agricultural Science

The late Graeme Tole made a significant contribution to the Tasmanian agricultural sector before his death in 2004.  He was Australian prime lands producer of the year in 1999, involved in Rural Youth, Apex and Landcare.

 Available to a student eligible to commence second year in a course in the School of Agricultural Science.
 $4,000 per year
 Up to three years On completion

Hedley Lux Gregg Bursary in Agricultural Science

This bursary is provided from the estate of the late Hedley Lux Gregg, who was a farmer from Campania in southern Tasmania.

 Available to a commencing or continuing student in the School of Agricultural Science who needs financial support.
 $2,500 per year
 Up to four years On completion

Impact Fertilisers Scholarship

This scholarship is provided by Impact Fertilisers, a major manufacturer and distributor of fertiliser to Tasmanian agricultural industries.

 Available to a talented student commencing study in the agricultural sciences.
 $4,000 per year
 Up to four years On completion

John Turner Memorial Scholarship in Agricultural Science

This scholarship has been endowed by Mrs Cheryl Turner, the wife of the late John Turner who was a pharmacist with a great passion for the land.

 Available to a commencing or current undergraduate student in School of Agricultural Science.
 $5,000 per year
 Up to four years On completion

Lewis and Sons Bursary in Agricultural Science

This perpetual bursary was established by the Lewis family on behalf of Lewis and Sons, which was a successful rural supplies business in Wynyard.

 Available to a student from the Wynyard locality commencing study in agricultural science.
 $2,000
 Paid over three years On completion

Murray Goulburn Co-op Ltd West North-West Bursary

Murray Goulburn Co-op Ltd is based at Edith Creek near Smithton and is a major producer of UHT long life food products.

 Available to a student from the Circular Head area who is commencing an agricultural science course or is enrolled in the Faculty of Business.  Vacation work is also available with Murray Goulburn Co-Op.
 $3,000 per year
 Up to four years On completion

Neale Edwards Scholarship in Agricultural Science or Forestry

Neale Edwards' family, long involved in Tasmania's rural sector, has endowed this scholarship to encourage interest and involvement in Tasmania's rural sector.

 Available to a student who is interested in Tasmanian rural industries and is commencing a degree in agriculture or forestry.
 $7,500 per year
 Up to four years Every year

Peracto Honours Scholarship in Agricultural Science

This scholarship is offered by Peracto Pty Ltd, Australasia’s leading and fastest growing agricultural research company, specialising in the practical application of new ideas and technologies in all aspects of agriculture and related industries. 

 Available to a student commencing honours in agricultural science after successfully acquiring either a Bachelor of Applied Science (Agriculture) or successfully completing the first three years of the Bachelor of Agricultural Science.
 $6,000 ($5000 payment to student plus additional research funding of $1,000)
 One year
 Every year

Robert Menary Tasmania University Scholarship in Agricultural Science

This scholarship was established by the School of Agricultural Science to recognise the contribution made by Professor Robert Menary, who had a distinguished career in teaching and research in agricultural science.

 Available to a student eligible to enter second year of a degree in the School of Agricultural Science.
 $4,000 per year
 Up to three years Every year

Roberts Ltd Scholarship in Agricultural Science

Roberts Ltd, the rural supplies and services company, wishes to support students in the agricultural sciences.

 Available to a student eligible to enter second year in a course in the School of Agricultural Science.  Selection will be based on academic achievements, study interests and need.  Students should address these issues in the application.
 $4,000 per year
 For the duration of the course
 On completion

Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation Scholarship

New national awards to encourage study in the Agricultural Science.
$5,000 per year
 Up to four years Every year

School of Agricultural Science Scholarship

These scholarships are offered by the School of Agricultural Science in partnership with a number of Tasmanian agricultural businesses.

 Available to students who achieve an ITI of 95 or greater and who are commencing study in the Bachelor of Agricultural Science or the Bachelor of Applied Science (Agriculture).
 $4,000 per year
 Up to four years Every year

Tasmanian Alkaloids Scholarship in Agricultural Science

Tasmanian Alkaloids grows and processes poppies in Tasmania to produce medicinal opiates.

 Available to a student commencing a course in the School of Agricultural Science.
 $5,000 per year
 Up to four years On completion

Tasmanian Wine Show Society Honours Scholarship

This award is funded by the Tasmanian Wine Show Society to encourage talented students to undertake an honours project in the agricultural sciences which relates to the wine industry.

 Available to a student eligible to undertake honours-level study with a thesis relevant to the wine industry.
 $1,000
 One year
 Every year

The Robert Gatenby Tasmania University Scholarship in Agricultural Science

This scholarship is provided by the estate of Robert Gatenby, who was an innovative Tasmanian farmer and horticulturalist before his death in a light plane crash in 1992.

 Available to a student eligible to enter second year of the Bachelor of Agricultural Science.
 $4,000 per year
 Up to 3 years
 Every year