E C Tommerup PhD Regional and Rural Leadership Scholarship
University of Queensland · 44 Compass Score
About this scholarship
Through their gift, the donor wishes to support Higher Degree by Research students undertaking research in fields of agricultural science, food science, plant and forestry science, and agribusiness, to spend meaningful time in regional, rural and remote communities, providing valuable exposure to life and work beyond metropolitan centres as they consider their future careers. The scholarship aims to strengthen links between research and community by enabling rural and regional communities to engage with real-world research projects that explore local priorities and challenges.
Eligibility
You are eligible if you are a HDR student undertaking research in the fields of agricultural science, food science, plant and forestry science, or agribusiness and are planning to undertake travel to regional, rural and remote communities in Australia to engage in work that addresses local priorities and challenges. Priority will be given to applicants who: are from or currently residing in regional, rural and remote communities across Queensland; and/or propose to undertake travel to regional, rural and remote communities across Queensland; and/or demonstrate a commitment to working in regional, rural and remote communities across Queensland following the completion of their studies.
Focus areas
Rural or remote
How to apply
Applications are made through the University of Queensland application portal. Always verify eligibility, supporting document requirements, and deadline timing on the provider's official page before applying.
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