Professor George Wade Scholarship in Agricultural Science

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Overview

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 the University of Tasmania in 1962. His 19-year leadership largely shaped the school as it is today. A gift from Professor Wade provided a nucleus for the award along with generous gifts from the Wade Family, friends, colleagues, industry and the University of Tasmania Foundation to continue the legacy of George Wade in inspiring talented students of Agricultural Science.

Eligibility

  • Available to a student commencing first year in the Bachelor of Agricultural Science in Semester 1, 2024.
  • Selection will based on academic merit and quality of written application.

Students wishing to apply for this scholarship should apply for the University of Tasmania Agriculture Scholarships

On-going Eligibility

  • Achieve a minimum Pass result in all units studied each semester

Amount

$5,000

Duration

One year

Starting Date

31 August 2023

Closing Date

30 November 2023

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 - successful applicants advised


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