Overview
Mrs Margaret Rodgers is an alumna of the University of Tasmania who has lived in London since 1957. She and her husband Barney Rodgers frequently hosted young Tasmanians in their London home over the years, and when Barney passed away in 2013 Margaret established this scholarship in his memory.
Eligibility
- These overseas scholarships are designed to assist our current students with the costs associated with travel for an approved international exchange with another university, or to undertake an approved cultural program or a practicum commencing in the second half of 2026.
- This scholarship is available to an undergraduate student in any faculty who has undertaken the majority of their schooling in Tasmania and who is travelling to England, United Kingdom, with a preference for a student travelling to London as part of a University approved exchange program, cultural program or a practicum.
- Applicants will be assessed on the basis of financial need.
- The proposed study or related program must be supported in writing by your school or faculty.
- Priority will be given to students who have completed at least one year of university study and who have arranged an exchange through the Student Exchange Program.
- This scholarship cannot be held with any other travel scholarship supporting this overseas study without the permission of the University of Tasmania's Scholarships Office.
- For further information on international exchange, please email Learning.Abroad@utas.edu.au
On-going Eligibility
- Provide proof of travel to Scholarships Office
Amount
$1,000
Duration
Up to two semesters
Opening Date
30 May 2026
Closing Date
30 June 2026
Apply
Apply online prior to closing date. Applications cannot be submitted after closing date.
As applicants will be assessed on the quality of application, all questions should be answered in full. Please ensure care is taken with spelling and grammar.
Application status
Closed
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