Helen R Freeman Scholarship in Physics for Australian Women 2024-2025: $30,000 Award to Study in AustraliaJuly 23, 2024 by DigitalVaults Scholarship Board
- Amount: Up to $30,000
Scholarship Overview
- Country: Australia
- Scholarship Type: Merit-based
- Institutions: University of Melbourne
- Funded by: Helen R Freeman Scholarship
- Tuition Type: Full tuition
- Degree Program: Masters
- Scholarship Amount: Up to $30,000
- Separate Application Required?: No
- Deadline: Automatic consideration
Scholarship Benefits
The scholarship is a total of $30,000 and offers a $15,000 annual living allowance for two years. This is paid in $7,500 installments in April and September.
Eligibility
To qualify, you must:
- Be a citizen of Australia or New Zealand, or a permanent resident of Australia
- Identify as a woman (cisgender or transgender)
- Meet the entry requirements and enroll in the Master of Science (Physics) program (or its successor)
How to apply
Once you have applied for admission in this area, you are automatically considered for this scholarship.
Selection Criteria
The scholarship is awarded to the student(s) with the highest weighted average mark in the Physics or Mathematical Physics major in the Bachelor of Science (or equivalent). Preference is given to those studying Astrophysics. Other scholarships and prizes received are also considered.
Conditions
This scholarship follows the University Coursework Scholarships Terms and Conditions and cannot be deferred. Additionally, students must:
- Maintain good academic standing in their course
- Allow the University to share their name and course details with the scholarship donor
- Provide a thank-you note or a brief report on the scholarship’s benefits if requested
Additional Information
The Helen R Freeman Scholarship in Physics was created through a gift from Helen Freeman. It is awarded to high-achieving domestic students enrolling in the Master of Science (Physics) who identify as women. Preference is given to those planning to study Astrophysics.
Official Website
https://scholarships.unimelb.edu.au/awards/helen-r-freeman-scholarship-in-physics
