At a glance
The object of the fund is to provide bursaries to assist the research or professional development of post-graduate students enrolled at The University of Queensland who are studying in the field of tropical agronomy.
Eligibility
An applicant is eligible for the award of a scholarship in a year if, in that year, the applicant:
(a) Is currently enrolled in a postgraduate program at The University of Queensland; and
(b) Provides a plan indicating how the Bursary would be spent in furthering the applicant’s research or professional development in the field of tropical agronomy
(c) Applies for the scholarship by the closing date for applications.About the award
Selection criteria
The Head will establish a committee who will rank the eligible applicants consecutively in order of merit, based on, for each applicant:
(a) academic achievement;
(b) personal qualities, including leadership potential, community service and engagement;
(c) a plan indicating how the Bursary would be spent in furthering the applicant’s research or professional development in the field of tropical agronomy; and
(d) any other matter that the selection committee considers to be relevant to the applicant’s future professional success.How to apply
Applications close:16 March 2018Before you apply:- You are encouraged to read the definitive rules for this scholarship prior to application, in particular any specific eligibility conditions and check the FAQs if you have any questions.
2015 Peter Whiteman Bursary Rules 16.04.2015.pdfDownload application form:Enquiries about this scholarship
