Overview
Gravitational Wave and Space Instrumentation Honours scholarship is available to students who wish to pursue the Honours specialisation in Physics or Astronomy and Astrophysics and undertake an Honours research project in the area of Gravitational Waves and Space Instrumentation and Applied Metrology.
Field of Study
Honours in Physics or in Astronomy and Astrophysics, with a focus on Gravitational Wave and Space Instrumentation and Applied Metrology.
Eligibility
The scholarship will be available to a student who:
- is a domestic student;
- is eligible for admission to the Physics or Astronomy and Astrophysics Honours Specialisation; and
- has applied for the Physics or Astronomy and Astrophysics Honours Specialisation; and
- has an academic record with a Distinction average or above;
- receives an offer of admission to an Honours program in the Research School of Physics; and
- will undertake an Honours research project with a focus on Gravitational Wave and Space Instrumentation and Applied Metrology.
Benefits
A stipend of $10,000, paid for 1 year.
How to apply
There are two application rounds for this scholarship each year; one for Semester 1 commencement, and one for Semester 2 commencement. Applications can be made via the 'Apply now' button at the top of this page during the application period
Applications for Semester 1 open on 1st October of the year prior to commencement
Applications for Semester 2 open on 1st April of the year of commencement
Applicants must provide the following documents:
- CV
- academic transcripts
- contact details of 3 referees
- a 1-page letter of research interest
Female identifying candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Further information
This scholarship cannot be deferred.
Value
$10,000 per annum
Up to 10 scholarships will be awarded.
Payments made per semester
Payments made for 1 year
Type
Application periods
1 October 2023 – 15 January 2024
Reference document
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Ongoing eligibility
Continuation based on academic performance
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