External scholarships are offered by generous organisations outside the University. They can give you extra financial support to focus on your studies. Applications for these scholarships are made directly to individual organisations.
In some cases, you may receive both a University of Tasmania scholarship and an external scholarship. Click below to learn more about each opportunity.
Merit scholarships
A merit scholarship is assessed based on a student's academic achievement.
The Advanced Navigation student grant program presents a chance for an ambitious and high-achieving engineering student to receive financial assistance and support in pursuing their aspiration to become an engineer.
Learn more about the Advanced Navigation Student Grant program
The AgriFutures Horizon Scholarship is awarded to students studying an agriculture-related undergraduate degree or a Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths/Finance (STEM) degree with relevant majors which align to agriculture.
In partnership with industry sponsors, the AgriFutures Horizon Scholarship is an initiative supporting students enrolled in full time study at an Australian university by providing:
- A bursary of $5000 per year for the final two years of your degree
- Professional development workshops
- Annual industry work placements aligned with the scholar’s areas of interest and their sponsor’s industry
- Opportunities to network and gain knowledge at a range of industry events.
Since 1989, the Education Endowment Fund (EEF) has been committed to supporting the future of mining professionals by providing financial aid, mentorship and elevated professional development experiences.
Applications for 2025 scholarships are currently open and close on the 6 September 2024 with detailed information available Education Endowment Fund Scholarship 2025
With scholarships available for undergraduate level and PhD, there is also a field trip (all expenses covered) with access to industry professionals as mentors and leadership
The online application portal can be accessed through the Education Endowment Fund scholarship (EEF).
The Australia Awards Scholarships provides citizens of eligible developing countries to undertake full time undergraduate or post graduate study in Australia, funded by the Australia Government.
The scholarship supports full tuition fees, a living stipend, and additional funding to support academic progress and professional development.
The University of Tasmania, together with its specialist national institute, the Australian Maritime College, is proud to have hosted Australia Award students in their educational journey for over 20 years and looks forward to welcoming future awardees.
The Australian Seniors was established to provide cost effective insurance solutions for mature Australians in 1998. We do this by providing a range of insurance products and policies, including life, funeral, health, car, home & contents, landlords, pet, and travel insurance, designed with over 50s in mind. We believe in supporting the aging community of Australia in a number of ways, and a big area is healthcare. So with that in mind, we are helping to encourage the best people into the aged care industry by providing the Australian Seniors Aged Care Futures Grant.
Find out more about Australian Seniors Aged Care Futures Grant
BOC Sciences is proud to have established a Scholarship Program that awards $1,000 once a year to college students who are pursuing a chemistry-related field of study. This scholarship aims to support and empower the next generation of chemists, helping unlock their full potential and make significant contributions to the scientific community.
The 2025 BOC Sciences Chemistry Scholarship Program is now open! If you're a driven student passionate about chemistry, we encourage you to apply. Find out more about the BOC chemistry scholarship program, including eligibility criteria, application details, and submission deadlines.
Capstone Editing is a specialist academic editing company, servicing the needs of academics, students and universities, ensuring every document that is edited is of exemplary quality and meets international publication standards. Please see the Capstone Editing website for details on the following scholarships and grants.
Commonwealth Teaching scholarships support new undergraduate and postgraduate teaching students to meet the costs of their study in exchange for teaching in government schools or government-run early learning settings for a period of time after graduating from their degree.
Scholarships of up to $40,000 per student are available for full-time undergraduate initial teacher education (ITE) students ($10,000 per year for a four-year qualification) and up to $20,000 for full-time postgraduate ITE students ($10,000 per year for a two‑year qualification).
Applications are strongly encouraged from school leavers and career changers who meet the eligibility criteria and who are high-achieving students (with an ATAR of 80 or above or equivalent academic result), First Nations peoples, people for whom English is an additional language or dialect, people with disability, people from regional, rural or remote locations, mid-career professionals or people from low socio-economic backgrounds, who aspire to a rewarding career in teaching.
The Fulbright Program is the flagship foreign exchange scholarship program of the United States of America, aimed at increasing binational research collaboration, cultural understanding, and the exchange of ideas. Since its establishment, the Fulbright Program has grown to become the largest educational exchange scholarship program in the world, operating in over 160 countries.
The Gates Cambridge Scholarship programme offers scholarships to outstanding applicants from countries outside the UK to pursue a full-time postgraduate degree in any subject available at the University of Cambridge. Students must have outstanding intellectual ability, a commitment to improving the lives of others and leadership potential.
Global Scholarships wants to make scholarships more accessible for international students and make one $3,000 scholarship available for an international student. This scholarship is offered to all postsecondary degree programs, which are diploma, Associate’s, Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, as well as professional programs like law and medicine.
Learn more about the Global Scholarships for International Students
The Gowrie Bursary derives from a fund that was set up in 1943 to maintain research scholarships in perpetual memory of those Australian men and women who gave their lives for their country in the Second World War.
The bursary is targeted at those who are serving or have served in the Australian Defence Forces and their lineal descendants, particularly those for whom its relatively small monetary value will make a real difference.
The Jade Finance Scholarship is offered as part of Jade Finance's community support program, Jade Finance Australia is awarding an academic scholarship for up to $5,000, to support tertiary studies students in advancing their studies.
The scholarship will be awarded to the applicant who has been judged to have submitted the most outstanding written response to the selection criteria.
Applications for the 2027 John Monash Scholarships are currently open, for study starting in 2027.
Who we’re seeking:
Exceptional students and alumni who you believe have demonstrated academic excellence and leadership potential, and who have a clear vision to create meaningful impact.
Key details:
- John Monash Scholars receive $100,000 a year
- Study any field, at any international university, anywhere in the world
- Pursue a master’s or PhD at any university outside of Australia that aligns with individual career goals
- Applications for 2027 close 30 June 2026
This Trust awards annual undergraduate and postgraduate scholarships for students applying for, or enrolled in, tertiary Home Economics or equivalent programs, such as Consumer Science, Family and Consumer Studies, Applied Sciences, Food and Nutrition and Teacher Education.
Applications for 2026 King & Amy O’Malley scholarships must be received by 25 July 2025. Further information can be found at omalleytrust.org.au/
The Indonesian Endowment Fund for Education offers prestigious international scholarships and fellowships to undertake study, research and professional development.
The LPDP Scholarships provides Indonesian citizens the opportunity to undertake full time undergraduate or postgraduate study in Australia.
The scholarships support full tuition fees, a living stipend, and additional funding to support academic progress and professional development.
The University of Tasmania is proud to have hosted LPDP students in their educational journey and looks forward to welcoming future awardees.
MDTdesign is committed to fostering creativity and excellence in jewellery design, manufacturing and visual arts, and is providing a scholarship of $3,000 to assist with education fees.
Learn more about the MDTdesign Jewellery Design Scholarship
Apply now for a 2025 PDL Student Grant, for the opportunity to attend a recognised pharmacy conference in Australia. The PDL Student Grant Program aims to enhance the education and training of future pharmacists. There are a number of grants available, at a value of up to $5,000AUD each.
Applications for 2026 open in January 2026.
The Ramsay Postgraduate scholarships were established through the generosity of the founder of the Ramsay Centre, Mr Paul Ramsay. Scholarships are open annually to Australian citizens to pursue graduate study abroad. The aim of the scholarships is to enable coursework and/or research to be undertaken at the world’s best universities and colleges for up to two years.
The Rhodes scholarships is a fully funded, full-time, postgraduate award which enables talented young people from around the world to study at the University of Oxford. The Rhodes scholarships are open to students from all disciplines.
Successful candidates are chosen on the basis of outstanding intellect, character, leadership, and commitment to service. The scholarships cover all University and College fees, a personal stipend and one economy class airfare to Oxford at the start of the scholarship, as well as an economy flight back to the student's home country at the conclusion of the Scholarship.
Build Your Future With Us
Are you a passionate civil engineering student ready to get hands-on experience and take your learning beyond the classroom?
Shaw Contracting (Aust) Pty Ltd, a leader in Tasmania’s civil construction, roadworks, dam building and infrastructure industries, is offering an exclusive opportunity to kickstart your career with a $10,000 per year scholarship—plus paid work placements during university breaks.
About Us
Headquartered in Launceston, Shaw Contracting delivers innovative, practical solutions on major projects right across Tasmania—from the north-west to the south-east and everywhere in between. Our team of experienced engineers work collaboratively to bring high-quality outcomes to clients, communities and the state.
We don’t just offer a scholarship—we invest in your potential.
Who Can Apply?
This scholarship is open to students who will be entering 3rd year Civil Engineering in Semester 1, 2026.
What We’re Looking For
Successful applicants will have:
- Completed their 2nd year of civil engineering studies
- A strong desire to develop technical skills and learn from experienced professionals
- A current manual driver’s licence
- A valid White Card
What’s in It for You?
- $10,000 per year, for up to two years
- Paid work placements during university breaks
- Hands-on experience on statewide civil infrastructure projects
- One-on-one on-the-job training from industry professionals
- Be part of a supportive and high-performing team that values your growth
Key Dates
Applications Close: Friday 19 September 2025
Scholarship Duration: Up to 2 years (subject to satisfactory academic progress)
To keep your scholarship, you’ll need to achieve a minimum Pass result in all units each semester.
How to Apply
Submit your:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Current Academic Record
To:
Fiona Murnane
People & Systems Officer
All applications will be treated with strict confidence.
Shaw Contracting is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Start your journey with Shaw Contracting and help shape Tasmania’s future—one project at a time.
From Launceston to Hobart, Devonport to the East Coast—you’ll be part of something big.
The Society for Underwater Technology (SUT) awards a selection of scholarships every year, to recognise exceptional students and provide targeted financial support to see them complete their studies and start their career in the industry.
Applicants are welcome from all manner of backgrounds that have a connection with offshore (or ocean) technology, ranging from underwater technology, marine and ocean science, underwater robotics, renewable energy, offshore and subsea infrastructure, metocean and many more.
Applications for 2025/2026 will open on 25 June 2025 and close on 13 August 2025. You can register your interest now by emailing perth@sut.org
For more information, please refer to the SUT Scholarships Flyer.
Stanford Advanced Materials (SAM) is pleased to announce the Stanford Advanced Materials College Scholarship, offering a $1,000 award to support student research in the application of chemical materials within the medical industry. The winning entry will be featured on the Stanford Advanced Materials website and may be shared with our network of partners in the medical industry.
Open to high school students, two-year community college students, four-year university students, and graduate students worldwide.
For more information click here.
This scholarship has been established by the Economic Society of Australia (Tasmanian Branch) as a tribute to Professor Mardi Dungey.
What does the scholarship provide?
Successful applicants receive $2000 in their first year of study of Economics at the University of Tasmania and a one-year membership of the Economic Society of Australia (Tasmanian Branch).
Who should apply?
Students completing year 12 and enrolling in university.
The scholarship is awarded to all applicants who meet the eligibility criteria.
Youi want to back students with different skills sets, perspectives and experiences to enable them to add to the uniqueness of what Youi do. To showcase your skills, you'll be required to write an essay about a specific topic and include answers to discussion questions within your analysis. The essay will have a maximum word count of 1,000 words, and the topic for the essay will be advised by Youi.
The Westpac Future Leaders scholarship is all about supporting everyday people with big ideas looking to pursue postgraduate research or coursework in areas related to sustainability, technology and innovation, social change or Australia’s relationship with Asia. Scholarship recipients will have access to generous funding, leadership development and overseas experiences.
The Westpac Future Leaders scholarship is open now until 27 August 2025 at 5pm AEST.
- Register interest on Westpac's website.
Diversity scholarships
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Pharmacy Scholarship Scheme (ATSIPSS) aims to address the health needs of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community and the workforce needs of the pharmacy profession by encouraging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to choose a career in pharmacy. The Scheme supports students who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander in their decision to undertake tertiary study in the field of pharmacy
The Australian Seniors Aged Care Futures Grant Program is a $5,000 lump-sum grant offered annually to one student.
Students can apply if they’re enrolled full-time in an accredited Australian tertiary education institution and studying for a certificate, diploma, degree, or traineeship in evidence-based care within the following areas:
- Aged care;
- Aged care nursing;
- Dementia care;
- Disabilities care; or
- Any other courses leading to similar careers as an aged carer (subject to approval).
Applications are currently open until 31 October 2025, with the grant being awarded in February 2025. This is currently an annual grant.
The Australian Veterans' Children Assistance Trust (AVCAT) manages a range of scholarships and bursaries for the children and grandchildren of Australian ex-serving men and women. Applications for scholarships open each year on 18 August and close on 31 October.
To be eligible students must be: the child, stepchild, foster child, or grandchild of an Australian ex-serving veteran; an Australian citizen or permanent resident; enrolled, or planning to enrol in a full-time course at an Australian university, TAFE or registered training organisation; in receipt of, or eligible to receive, Centrelink payments including Youth Allowance, ABSTUDY, Austudy or an accepted means-tested Commonwealth government payment.
Applications open
We are accepting applications from students to join our offices in 2027 or 2028!
We recruit from a diverse range of degrees including music, arts, philosophy, science, mathematics, medicine, law, politics, commerce, engineering and more!
To be eligible, you must be of be of Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islands, Māori or Pacific Island origin, be a citizen or permanent resident of Australia or a New Zealand citizen and be in your undergraduate or postgraduate tertiary studies.
The application deadline is 12:00 PM Wednesday 22 July 2026 (AEST)
Applications open
Our Australia and New Zealand offices are currently accepting applications for our 2028 and 2029 intakes!
- Woman & Non-Binary scholarship
- General scholarship
- First Nations or Indigenous scholarship
If you are in your penultimate (second-last) year of study or earlier, a critical thinker with excellent academic results, exceptional communication skills, and a determination to make an impact, then we encourage you to apply.
The application deadline is 12:00 PM Thursday 14 May 2026 (AEST)
Female students in Australia currently studying IT-related degrees including Computer Science, Cyber Security, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Engineering, and related IT qualifications are encouraged to apply for the BizCover Women in IT Scholarship, valued at AUD $5,000 with an Optional 3-month paid work placement with BizCover.
Boston Consulting Group (BCG) are looking for driven, curious students from all backgrounds who are excited by a challenge and want to have a positive impact on their communities. Students from all backgrounds, experiences and disciplines are encouraged to apply - there is no 'standard type'.
As a BCG scholarship recipient, you will receive $20,000 in scholarship funding, a mentor through the remainder of your studies, and a full-time graduate job offer with BCG Australia and New Zealand. There are 3 scholarships to penultimate year students on offer at different points during the year
The below details the scholarships on offer:
Women or Non-Binary
General Scholarship
First Nations Internship & Scholarship - First Nations Internship & Scholarship to find out more about our First Nations Internship & Scholarship program, along with the application process.
Early Intake program
Alongside their scholarship program, BCG will consider students who meet the eligibility criteria for a graduate role as part of their Early Intake program.
Scholarship Program | Australia and New Zealand | BCG Careers
BHP and the Australian Government Department of Education have come together to form the Future of Work Program and promote skills development in regional Australia.
The Regional Education and Skills Program (RESP) was launched as part of the Future of Work Program to support skills development in regional Australia and eligible students will gain a unique opportunity to receive a financial contribution towards their tuition fees for a VET or University course of their choosing.
Further information is available here.
The Catherine Bonnes AM Scholarship has been established by the Broken Hill & District Hearing Resource Centre Inc. to assist deaf and people who are hard of hearing, to further their education by undertaking post-secondary studies.
The Scholarship consists of financial assistance towards a degree at an accredited Australian university, college of advanced studies or other such intuitions deemed appropriate by the Scholarship panel.
Scholarship applications close on the 30th June and 31st December each year.
The Cubic Promote Community Participation Scholarship supports Australian students who are active in their communities and are offering a $5,000 scholarship for a university/college student.
The scholarship application is simple and is intended to help and encourage students who exhibit good community intentions and values.
Application Deadline: December 15th, 2026
Learn more HERE
The Australian Defence Force funds these sponsorships to support undergraduate and graduate students studying an accredited degree at an Australian civilian university.
The Diamondport Jewellers Design scholarship Program is for an individual who displays eagerness to learn all aspects of design with a particular interest in jewellery design.
The individual will also be offered opportunities to work with their team of designers and master jewellers.
Learn more at 2026 Diamondport Jewellers Design Scholarship Program
ATSE’s Elevate: Boosting diversity in STEM program, aims to address gender inequities in STEM through fostering more women and non-binary led industry-academia collaborations in applied research and business, growing professional skills of women in STEM and propelling women and non-binary people into leadership.
Elevate provides:
- A scholarship
- Access to skill-building workshops
- Access to peer mentoring and networking events
- Access to 24/7 wellbeing and psychosocial support
Applicants are required to meet three eligibility criteria:
- Identify as a woman or non-binary person
- Be enrolling as a domestic student at an Australian university
- Be planning to undertake an eligible undergraduate STEM degree commencing in 2027
Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged.
The Applicant Information Session is on Wednesday 5 August, 4:00pm – 5:00pm (AEST) which will include an overview of the program’s aims and objectives, tips and tricks for applying for the program, followed by a Q&A session.
Register for the Information Session
Applications for the 2027 Elevate program close at 9:00am (AEST) Tuesday 1 September 2026.
GlobalHealth Education’s Healthcare Education scholarship for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples provides financial support to a health student who experiences financial disadvantage and is now open for applications. The scholarship award money can be used for tuition fees, learning materials, course equipment and travel costs.
To be eligible for this scholarship, you must:
- Apply by 28 February 2026;
- Be eligible for entry into a bachelor’s or master’s program at an Australian university and either be enrolled or have received an offer for a healthcare bachelor’s or master’s degree by the 30th of April 2026;
- Be of Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, identify as Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and be accepted as such by the community in which you live or have lived; and
- Reside in Australia as at the time of application for the scholarship.
Larsen Jewellery recognises the need to support and educate young adults wishing to begin a career, or further their studies in jewellery, design or visual arts.
Applications are open to students applying, accepted to a relevant course or program at an Australian University or TAFE.
The origin of Ling is one of love, passion for connection and learning languages and Ling want to unite the world by connecting people from different cultures.
The Ling Scholarship supports students accepted into study abroad programs outside of the U.S., Canada, Australia and the UK with scholarships from $500.
The Neville Bonner Memorial Scholarship is a prestigious national scholarship for Indigenous students to study Honours in political science at ANY Australian university.
The NSW Aboriginal Allied Health Cadetship program offers paid work placements, financial and cultural support to Aboriginal students undertaking full time study in an eligible undergraduate or postgraduate allied health course. Cadets are employed by a NSW Health local health district or specialty health network for the duration of the program.
Learn more about the Aboriginal Allied Health Cadetship program
The NickIreland.com Scholarship is your opportunity to receive financial support to pursue your education in jewellery, design, or the visual arts.
Their scholarship offers a $3,500 contribution towards the tuition fees of one student currently studying or planning to study in an accredited jewellery, design, or visual arts course at a University or TAFE in Australia.
Applications for the 2025 scholarship are currently open and detailed information is available here.
The PDL The grants program was established to help Australian pharmacy students broaden their education by attending a professional pharmacy conference. There are three grants available at a value of up to $5,000AUD each. The
Applications for the 2025 scholarship are currently open and detailed information is available here.
Kickstart Your Engineering Career with Pitt & Sherry - First Nations Internship & Scholarship
Are you a First Nations university student studying engineering and ready to gain hands-on industry experience? Pitt & Sherry is offering a unique opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals, develop your skills, and receive a scholarship to support your studies.
The Rural Pharmacy Scholarship Scheme (RPSS) provides financial support to enable students from rural and remote communities to undertake undergraduate or postgraduate studies in pharmacy at university.
Each year, at least 30 scholarships are made available, each with a value of $10,000 (GST exempt) per year per student. Scholarship holders are encouraged to seek employment in rural and remote areas following graduation.
Created to assist in your personal and professional development, the $5,000 Australia Student Explorer Grant will be offered as a one-time payment to the selected candidate. This can be used to support your overseas studies or work experience or preparing for an overseas job to help you achieve your greatest potential as a globally-minded student.
The American Australian Association provides scholarship and grant opportunities for Australians looking to study in the United States.
The scholarships and exchanges champion progress, creativity and expression, providing opportunities to young Australian leaders to undertake transformational study, research and professional or artistic development.
There are opportunities for Undergraduates and Graduates (Masters, Ph.D. or Postdoctoral Research) and funds range from US$5,000 to US$40,000.
Learn more about the American Australian Association scholarships
The Aurora Education Foundation is an Indigenous organisation that supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to realise their full education and employment potential – whether it is completing Year 12 or achieving a PhD from Oxford. They have various scholarship opportunities on offer throughout the year on their Indigenous Pathways Portal
The Pinnacle Foundation provides scholarships to young LGBTIQ+ Australians who meet the following criteria – Australian citizen or permanent resident (proof required during application stage); at least 18 years of age and younger than 27 years of age have achieved good or reasonable scholastic results given your circumstances; will be undertaking full-time studies; and identify as a member of the LGBTIQ+ community.
The Scholarship generally opens in July for applications.
Combine your studies with your passion for water polo with a scholarship with the UTAS Water Polo and Swimming team, the Honey Badgers. Whether you're a player or coach, there are a number of Water Polo scholarships available to students undertaking study with the University of Tasmania. For more information contact Dr Brad Arkell at honeybadgerswp@gmail.com
The ACS Foundation have launched the Women of STEM Scholarship Programme to provide opportunities for young women in STEM.
The scholarships are open to female students entering their first year of a relevant STEM degree in 2025 at an Australian University and provide the successful candidates with financial grants of $5,000 per year for the life of their University degree (maximum of 5 years).
Applications open on the 18th December 2024 and close at 5pm (AEDT) on the 7th February 2025.
Access scholarships
Access scholarships are awarded based on the financial needs of a student.
The Bria Joyce Bus Charter Student Access Scholarship was established in 2022 to help Australian students who face transport challenges in accessing their education. We understand that getting to and from campus, work placements, or educational events can be a significant barrier for many students.
- $2,000 Annual scholarship value
- Transport costs for education related travel
Learn more about the Bria Joyce Bus Charter Student Access Scholarship
Are you thinking about starting a teaching degree? You may be eligible for a Commonwealth Teaching Scholarship.
The Commonwealth Teaching Scholarships Program provides up to $40,000 to new undergraduate and up to $20,000 to new postgraduate teacher education students.
In return for a scholarship recipients need to teach in government schools or government-run early learning settings after finishing their degree.
Scholarships are available over five rounds from 2024 to 2028 with up to 1,000 scholarships per year to be offered
The Gowrie Bursary derives from a fund that was set up in 1943 to maintain research scholarships in perpetual memory of those Australian men and women who gave their lives for their country in the Second World War.
The Gowrie Bursary is available to students undertaking a graduate research program at any Australian or international university. The bursary is currently valued at up to $8,000 per annum.
The Award is available each year to Australian citizens who:
- are past or present members of the Australian Defence Force (whether permanent or Reserve) or are lineal descendants of such members (see Section 18. Definitions); and
- are able to demonstrate financial hardship; and
- have completed a Bachelor Degree with Honours (AQF1 Level 8) or equivalent (AQF Level 9 Extended) and have graduated from a university or recognised tertiary institution in Australia or overseas; and
- have applied for, been accepted into, or are a continuing student in a Higher Degree Research program at any Australian or international university.
Jane Franklin Hall is a residential college offering fully catered student accommodation in Hobart.
In partnership with benefactors from around the world, Jane Franklin Hall provides tens of thousands of dollars annually to its residents in the form of scholarship.
Scholarships are awarded on specific criteria for each scholarship and students are encouraged to apply for as many scholarships as possible. Scholarship applicatios for 2026 open 1 August 2025 and close 31 October 2025.
What does the scholarship provide?
Scholarships are paid as a remission of fees
Who should apply?
New and returning residents to Jane Franklin Hall.
Medworld Institute is an Australasian not-for-profit organisation offering a new scholarship to Australian medical students.
If you are a medical student who needs financial support, check the Medworld Institute website in November for upcoming student scholarships designed to support your educational journey.
Would up to $12,000 make a difference to your studies?
If you are a nursing, medical, midwifery, paramedical, Aboriginal health practice, oral health, pathology science or allied health student or graduate, you could be eligible for financial support if you commit to working with NSW Health. Find your purpose and passion in our world-class health system.
2026 applications open on Wednesday, 28 January 2026
The Tertiary Health Study Subsidy Program (THSSP) provides financial support to students studying an eligible health qualification. These payments can help with fees, technology, travel, or other study-related costs. Recipients must commit to being part of the NSW Health workforce, the largest health system in Australia, offering a variety of roles and locations across NSW.
NSW Health offers two types of subsidies:
- Students commencing study can receive up to $12,000 paid over three years ($4,000/year), if they are studying an eligible health qualification and intend to work for NSW Health for at least 5 years after they finish their course.
- Students graduating study can receive a one-off $8,000 payment if they have completed an eligible health qualification, have an offer of employment with NSW Health in a role that requires that qualification, and are committed to working for NSW Health for at least 5 years.
For more information and to register to be notified when applications open.
You could receive up to $5000 to attend one of the following conferences in 2026 or 2027:
- PSA National Conference
- Pharmacy WA Forum
- Pharmacy Connect
- AdPha Medicines Management
- Australasian Pharmaceutical Science Association (APSA) Conference
- APP27 Conference
Grants Include registration, accommodation, travel and meal costs.
Visit pdl.org.au to find out more.
The Real Futures Grant provides the winner with a $5,000 grant and is awarded to a student studying for a certificate, diploma, degree or traineeship in one of the following fields: healthcare, medicine, business, or finance.
Applications open on 15 February and close on 31 October each year.
At RJ Living, we are committed to helping students achieve their educational goals and providing students with the resources and support they need to succeed in their academic pursuits.
The RJ Living scholarship provides a one-time reward of $1,000 to pay for tuition, books, computers, room, and board, or any education-related expense.
This scholarship will be open to both undergrad and graduate students who are attending an accredited university within Australia.
To be eligible for this scholarship, the student must submit a 500-word essay about one of the following topics:
- The Role of Technology in Modern Furniture and Homeware Design
- Sustainable Design in the Home: How Eco-Friendly Homewares are Changing the Way We Live
- The Art of Interior Design: How Furniture and Homewares Enhance the Aesthetics and Functionality of a Home
The Seize the Day Educational Scholarships help with post-secondary education costs for young Tasmanians impacted by cancer. The scholarships give Tasmanians aged 16-25 undertaking post-secondary education who have been affected by a cancer diagnosis or the diagnosis or death of an immediate family member (parent/guardian, sibling, spouse/partner, child), you are eligible to apply.
Following a collaboration between The South Channel Garden Club and Five Bob Farm at Birchs Bay, the South Channel Garden Club is launching two scholarships to pave the way for green-fingered students to study for a career in fields related to horticulture or plant science.
What does the Scholarship provide?
Up to $3,000 a year, for a full-time, three-year course (Maximum of $9,000). A pro rata equivalent applies for part time studies. Industry mentoring will also be a key part of the programme.
Who should apply
The scheme will be open to South Channel residents or those with links to the area and is open to year 12 school leavers, existing or potential University of Tasmania students and TAFE students, in horticulture, plant science or a related field. It may also embrace those who are already in the workforce and considering a career change.
How to apply
For more details on the scholarship programme or to apply, please contact Bernard Griffiths at sthchannelgardenclub@gmail.com
The SSI Allianz Refugee scholarships have been created to minimise the financial barriers experienced by people from a refugee or asylum seeker background as they participate in the NSW, VIC and QLD education system. If you are a student planning to study/currently studying at our Sydney Campus in NSW, you may be eligible for this scholarship.
The Tertiary Access Payment (TAP) is a one off payment of up to $5,000. It’s to help eligible students with the cost of moving to study. This is for study after you’ve finished year 12 or equivalent.
School leavers and students up to 22 years of age who begin their tertiary studies after taking a break following year 12 can apply for the TAP. Eligible students can conveniently apply through Services Australia. There is a step-by-step guide to claiming on the Services Australia website.
Moving away from home can be expensive and the TAP helps ease the costs for eligible students moving to study. The TAP can help pay for things like rent or bond for accommodation, household bills, groceries, textbooks, or other study supplies.
Promotion Products Pty. Ltd. has been a Brisbane-based market leader in the promotional marketing industry for over 21 years. We value the role of education in our community, and believe in supporting those who may need a little financial assistance in attaining further education. We recognize that many students suffer from financial strain during their time in tertiary education, and by offering this scholarship we wish to continue to support and grow the skills of the next generation who will enact positive change in their community.
We are offering a bi-annual scholarship to an eligible student currently studying at an Australian University or Further Education College, to assist them with the cost of living and the expenses of being a full-time or part-time student. This scholarship will be awarded and paid each February and August, and while multiple applications are accepted, each winner may only receive the scholarship funds once in order to provide a wider net of students with the support they need.
Learn more about the Promotion Products Pty. Ltd scholarship
Tertiary Access Payment
The Tertiary Access Payment (TAP) is a one off payment of up to $5,000. It’s to help eligible students with the cost of moving to study. This is for study after you’ve finished year 12 or equivalent.
Students up to 22 years of age who begin their tertiary studies after taking a break following year 12 can also apply for the TAP. Newly eligible students can conveniently apply through Services Australia. There is a step-by-step guide to claiming on the Services Australia website.
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