The University provides a range of targeted access schemes and support initiatives to promote women's participation and success in higher education.
Scholarships for women: The University offers numerous scholarships specifically designed to support women across a variety of disciplines. These include the College of Engineering, Science and Environment Gender Equity Scholarship, the CSIRO Women in Energy Scholarship, and many others that aim to reduce financial barriers and promote gender equity in fields where women are underrepresented.
Targeted support programs: Reclaiming My Place is a unique, praxis-based framework developed by the University’s Centre of Excellence for Equity in Higher Education. This initiative uses visual arts methods in community and campus settings to foster inclusive, alternative entry points into lifelong learning for women—particularly those who may not follow traditional academic pathways. It is publicly promoted and exemplifies the University’s commitment to removing structural barriers to participation.
Mentoring for women in STEM: The Women in STEM Mentoring Program connects female and non-binary students with mentors to support their academic journey and professional development. The program provides guidance, encouragement, and practical strategies to help students navigate their degrees and transition successfully into STEM careers—fields where gender disparities remain a concern.
Who is eligible to apply?
If you are a current student, or planning to study with us, we encourage you to apply for all scholarships you meet the criteria for.
Scholarships are available for current, future and international students, Asylum seekers, Graduate research, abroad and exchange study and opportunities with external providers.
This scholarship was established by Mr Neville Sawyer to encourage graduates of the Engineering, Science, and Information Technology fields to undertake formal postgraduate studies in Business Administration, strengtheni...
This scholarship has been established to support and acknowledge a talented athlete undertaking postgraduate study in either the Master of International Sports Business or the Master of Sports Analytics at the University...
This scholarship has been established to support and acknowledge a candidate who is passionate about making an impact in the global sports industry and is undertaking postgraduate study in either the Master of Internatio...
This scholarship has been established to support and acknowledge an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidate who is passionate about driving change in the sports industry and is undertaking postgraduate study i...
This scholarship has been established to support and acknowledge a female candidate undertaking postgraduate study in either the Master of International Sports Business or the Master of Sports Analytics at the University...
The MBA Board Pathways Scholarship offers a valuable opportunity for students in the University of Newcastle MBA to accelerate their journey toward board appointments and executive leadership. Through this scholarship, s...
The Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) is Australia's national science research agency. We solve the greatest challenges using innovative science and technology. At CSIRO, we shape the f...
This scholarship was established to recognise a commitment to higher education by Delta Power & Energy (Delta). Delta has been offering scholarships at the University of Newcastle since 2007, the scholarships are intende...
The Friends of the University were established in 1981 to foster an awareness of the university and its place in the community and to conduct activities including fundraising that promote the interests of the university....
This scholarship was established to honour the memory of Jack Doherty, who founded the Newcastle Aboriginal Support Group in 1980. Jack saw tertiary education as a key factor in Aboriginal empowerment. The intention of t...
The Friends of the University were established in 1981 to foster an awareness of the university and its place in the community, and to conduct activities including fundraising that promote the interests of the university...
The Friends of the University were established in 1981 to foster an awareness of the university and its place in the community and to conduct activities including fundraising that promote the interests of the university....
This Scholarship was established by Port Waratah Coal Services to support undergraduate students at the University of Newcastle. This scholarship will be awarded to applicants in their first year of study.
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This scholarship was established by the trustees of the will of John Sinclair Cormack to assist students who are studying piano or violin. The purpose of the scholarship was to provide funds to be used towards the paymen...
Dr William Bowmore established this scholarship to share his great love of music and the arts in the Hunter Valley Region. In 2002 Dr Bowmore was awarded an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Newcastle (Australia)...
This scholarship was established in 2006 from the generous bequest of Ms Pauline Snow and support the continued musical development of young string players entering the Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Ar...
These scholarships were established from the estate of the first Professor of French, Professor Kelver Hartley, at the University of Newcastle to promote the study of French and to assist students in this endeavour. Fund...
The Friends of the University were established in 1981 to foster an awareness of the university and its place in the community and to conduct activities including fundraising that promote the interests of the university....
This is a donor funded scholarship established from a bequest from the late Margaret Senior to recognize excellence in a student studying Australia’s unique and pressing climatic, environmental and wildlife needs.
The s...
This scholarship was established by Dr Geoffrey Leonard in 2009 to assist eligible students from rural and remote areas who are studying a Business, Commerce or Accounting program. Dr Geoffrey Leonard is a recipient of ...
This scholarship fund was graciously established in 2001 by Dr Roger Riordan AM in memory of Koiki Eddie Mabo. The aim is to provide a scholarship fund that can be used for the purpose of assisting any Aboriginal or Torr...
Dr William Bowmore established this scholarship to share his great love of music and the arts in the Hunter Valley Region. In 2002 Dr Bowmore was awarded an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Newcastle (Australia)...
This scholarship has been established by Ryszard and Ingrid Knopf at Scientific Interiors to support the study in the Bachelor of Podiatry or new Bachelor of Podiatric Medicine at the University of Newcastle.
For more i...
The Shaping Futures Scholarship Program was established in 2011 with the aim of helping those students who are most in need and continues to grow each year as one of our largest equity scholarship programs.
Shaping Futu...
These scholarships provide financial incentive for gifted students that are facing educational disadvantage to study at the University of Newcastle. These scholarships are open to any music student - instrumentalist, vo...
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Scholarship was established through contributions from the University of Newcastle, industry donors, community organisations and the annual Reconciliation Scholarship Dinner Danc...
Joy Ingall (née Davis) demonstrated a natural talent for the piano early in her life. Her aptitude and dedication, coupled with her mother's support, saw her graduate from the Sydney Conservatorium of Music with Diploma ...
This scholarship was established at the request of Norman Bushman, who was born in Singleton, NSW. While he lived his adult life in Sydney, he had a strong connection to the Hunter Valley with a great love for music.
Du...
This scholarship was established in 2013 by Catherine and Peter Tay, of Singapore. It is a continuing demonstration of appreciation that in 1968 Peter Tay received his undergraduate education for a double degree in Indus...
The Friends of the University were established in 1981 to foster an awareness of the university and its place in the community and to conduct activities including fundraising that promote the interests of the university....
This scholarship is in memory of Miss Valasi Bleazard, late of Lorn in Maitland, who died at the age of 90 at Faleula Methodist Campus in Western Samoa. She was born at Satupaitea in Western Samoa to Methodist Missionari...
This scholarship is in the memory of Miss Valasi Bleazard, late of Lorn in Maitland who died at the age of 90 at Faleula Methodist Campus in Western Samoa. She was born at Satupaitea in Western Samoa to Methodist Mission...
This scholarship was established in 1994 to support students with demonstrated sporting ability and potential, and encourage their contribution to the sporting achievements of the university. The purpose of this scholars...
The scholarship was established to honour the memory of Wendy Hyslop. Wendy was a dedicated clinical psychologist who had a passion for Psychology and helping people. She worked in adult mental health services, in both t...
In the 1990s a group known as the Friends of the Conservatorium set up a fund for the purpose of supporting the pursuit of studies in music. Their intent was to assist aspiring music students with study costs. This group...
Seamus Fagan was the Director of the English Language and Foundation Studies Centre at the University of Newcastle for 16 years, until his retirement in 2018. In this role, Seamus was responsible for overseeing and manag...
At Richard Crookes Constructions (RCC), we believe in building more than just infrastructure—we’re committed to building futures. The Richard Crookes Constructions Scholarship for Regional Women in Construction and Civil...
This scholarship was established in 2019 by Master Builder Allan Charles Smith, a fourth-generation builder, Life Member of the Master Builders Association of New South Wales, and Foundation Member and Fellow of the Inst...
This scholarship has been established by Infrabuild Steel and Infrabuild Wire.
Infrabuild Steel and Infrabuild Wire are part of the GFG Alliance international group of business and are Australia’s premier manufacturers...
Margaret Illukol was born in 1955 in Karimojong, a remote region in the north east of Uganda, where she was attacked by a hyena in 1963 and left with significant disfiguration. Margaret was treated over many years at Mul...
The Student Residences Scholarship was established with the aim of helping those students who are most in need who are residing within Student Living accommodation.
These scholarships support students who are academical...
The Shaping Futures Scholarship Fund was established in 2011 with the aim of helping those students who are most in need.
The LGBTQIA+ Shaping Futures Scholarship hopes to support a student who identifies as LGBTQIA+ an...
Betty Fyffe was a local Tamworth girl who grew up in the surrounds of her father’s chemist shops. Betty had an absolute passion for Nursing and had strong feelings for St Vincent’s Hospital in Sydney where she trained a...
Betty Fyffe was a local Tamworth girl who grew up in the surrounds of her father’s chemist shops. Betty had an absolute passion for Nursing and had strong feelings for St Vincent’s Hospital in Sydney where she trained a...
This scholarship has been established by donations made to the Dr Bill Jonas Memorial Indigenous Fund. The fund was established with donations from the Wollotuka Institute, friends, family and community members who wishe...
Idemitsu Australia has been operating in Australia since 1978 as a subsidiary of Japanese company Idemitsu Kosan Co., Ltd. For more than 45 years we have proudly produced resources that have supported local communities, ...
The Shaping Futures Scholarships for Early Entry have been established to recognise and support exceptional students receiving an offer to study with the University of Newcastle via the Early Entry Program and the School...
Port of Newcastle is the largest port on the east coast of Australia. As a global trade gateway for more than 220 years, we deliver safe, sustainable and efficient logistics solutions.
This scholarship has been establis...
Andrew Brown is a University of Newcastle Mechanical Engineering Alumnus who completed his degree in 1991. Andrew feels lucky to have the education and support he has and realises that others were not so lucky. Andrew wa...
Since 2021, the Shaping Futures Postgraduate Scholarship has supported postgraduate coursework students, alongside our undergraduate students supported by the Shaping Futures Scholarship, to overcome adversity and educat...
The Thomas Brewer Scholarship in Medicine was established by Margaret Brewer to support disadvantaged students studying in the Joint Medical Program with the University of Newcastle. The named scholarship is in memory of...
The Kelver Hartley French Equity Scholarship seeks to support a University of Newcastle student with a French major who is experiencing educational disadvantage.
The Kelver Hartley Bequest was established from the estat...
This scholarship is funded from The Kelver Hartley Bequest and seeks to support a University of Newcastle student who is completing their Honours project in French language, literature, or culture.
The Kelver Hartley B...
Hunter Water operates across the traditional country of the Awabakal, Birpai, Darkinung, Wonaruah and Worimi peoples. For the last 125 years Hunter Water has provided drinking water, wastewater, recycled water and some s...
Proficiency in other languages enriches personal growth and provides a deeper appreciation of cultural differences. The Anderson-Yamanaka Scholarship for Languages was established to encourage new students to dive into t...
The Penn Foundation Scholarship was established to support an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander student commencing in the Bachelor of Midwifery or Bachelor of Nursing degree.
For more information on this scholars...
The Friends of the University were established in 1981 to foster an awareness of the university and its place in the community and to conduct activities including fundraising that promote the interests of the university....
This scholarship was established from the estate of Patricia Jensen, nee Smith. Born at Muswellbrook, Patricia discovered a love for Literature early in her formal schooling.
Having attained formal qualifications at the...
This scholarship was established from the estate of Patricia Jensen, nee Smith. Born at Muswellbrook, Patricia discovered a love for Literature early in her formal schooling.
Having attained formal qualifications at the...
Joblink Plus is a for-purpose, not-for-profit organisation providing employment services and vocational training. We deliver to a range of communities across rural and regional NSW, covering around 70% of the state. Jobl...
Joblink Plus is a for-purpose, not-for-profit organisation providing employment services and vocational training. We deliver to a range of communities across rural and regional NSW, covering around 70% of the state. Jobl...
Joblink Plus is a for-purpose, not-for-profit organisation providing employment services and vocational training. We deliver to a range of communities across rural and regional NSW, covering around 70% of the state. Jobl...
Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network (The Network) manages the health care of more than 30,000 patients in custody within secure settings across NSW. We provide 800,000 occasions of service to adults and you...
Calleo Indigenous Pty Ltd is a recruitment company and part of the Calleo Group which provides skilled professionals to Government and the private sector in the disciplines of data management, professional support servic...
Dr Andrew Zdenkowski and Dr Sue Outram would like to support students who will contribute to improving environmental sustainability in line with the environmental sustainability priorities of the College of Engineering, ...
The Friends of the University were established in 1981 to foster an awareness of the university and its place in the community, and to conduct activities including fundraising that promote the interests of the university...
Lorna George was one of the founders of the Friends of the University and a driving force for the book fair, a biennial fundraiser that has raised over $1 million since the organisation was formed in 1981. The funds have...
This scholarship was established by the Trustees of the Rita Leech Aboriginal Education Trust, set up under Rita Leech's will.
Rita was born and bred in the Netherlands, coming from a large happy family. As a teenager s...
This Scholarship was setup by Janice Leggett in memory of her Aunt and Uncle, Margaret and Errol Allen.
For more information on this scholarship, please review the full Terms and Conditions.
Applicable to equity, finan...
We Care NSW and TRH Psychology and Cultural Consultancy Service are Aboriginal-owned and operated businesses that work in partnership to deliver NDIS and other allied health, community, and accommodation services. We Car...
We Care NSW and TRH Psychology and Cultural Consultancy Service are Aboriginal-owned and operated businesses that work in partnership to deliver NDIS and other allied health, community, and accommodation services. We Car...
David Guy is the Managing Director of Cawood Constructions Pty Ltd and an Alumni of the University of Newcastle.
“I am grateful for the assistance and direction given to me by the University of Newcastle as an undergrad...
This scholarship was established by Shamila and Ravendra Naidu in memory of their only child, the late Dr Roneal Naidu.
As a medical doctor, Roneal knew many patients and fellow health carers who had dreams for their ch...
This scholarship has been established through the generous support of TAN Poh Kiam in memory of her husband, CHIN Swui Sen. Swui Sen was a graduate in Chemical Engineering 1974 and one of the first to graduate with an MB...
This scholarship was established by alumnus Mr. Ross Gittins AM to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students facing educational disadvantages.
For more information on this scholarship, please review the ful...
Sparke Helmore Lawyers today is a truly national award-winning firm that covers five core areas of law and has more than 30 specialised areas of expertise. From our humble beginnings in the Hunter, we’re now over 800 peo...
Joblink Plus is a for-purpose, not-for-profit organisation providing employment services and vocational training. We deliver to a range of communities across rural and regional NSW, covering around 70% of the state. Jobl...
Operating for more than 185 years, AGL is a leading integrated energy business with a proud heritage of innovation. Today AGL brings all that know-how to transform how Australians produce, share, and consume energy. AGL ...
Prelude Australia, a not-for-profit charity, stands at the forefront of promoting best practices in early childhood and therapy support for children aged from birth to twelve. With a history spanning over 40 years, the o...
Newcastle Coal Infrastructure Group and HunterWiSE would like to support female participation in STEM careers. It is encouraged that the scholars will engage in HunterWiSE initiatives and industry experience opportuniti...
Fiona Vatiliotis would like to provide nursing students with an equity scholarship named in memory of her aunt, Evelyn Brown, a remarkable nurse who worked in Canberra. Fiona completed a DipEd at the University of Newcas...
Family and friends of Mr Gerard Beiboer established this scholarship to honour the memory of Gerard who tragically passed away in 2015. Gerard was a University of Newcastle alumnus who after completing his studies throug...
BAE Systems is Australia's most versatile defence and security company. From air and maritime sustainment to shipbuilding, the company has a long and proud heritage of providing advanced defence technology which protects...
MACH Energy supports education and career paths within their local communities to ensure vital services such as health are available. They understand that rural students can face barriers to study and are excited to supp...
MACH Energy offers career paths within the mining industry including mining, civil, mechanical, electrical and environmental engineering and environmental sciences. They are committed to diversity and inclusion and under...
MACH Energy supports education and career paths within their local communities to ensure vital services such as education are available. They understand that rural students can face barriers to study and are excited to s...
The Friends of the University were established in 1981 to foster an awareness of the university and its place in the community, and to conduct activities including fundraising that promote the interests of the
universit...
The Friends of the University were established in 1981 to foster an awareness of the university and its place in the community, and to conduct activities including fundraising that promote the interests of the
universit...
The intention of the scholarship is to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to pursue studies that otherwise might not be available to them due to prohibitive costs and challenges. The scholarship may a...
Downer has been enabling communities to thrive in the Hunter for more than 100 years. As the Hunter region diversifies towards a clean energy future, Downer will be part of the journey – partnering with industry to suppo...
This scholarship has been established to support the development of the next generation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health researchers. It reflects the University of Newcastle’s ongoing commitment to Aborigi...
Every member of the Boyce family worked to support their studies, and several were mature age students who returned to university after working full-time. Being aware of the challenges involved in combining work and stud...
The Shaping Futures Full Degree Scholarship was established in 2025, with the aim of helping students who are most in need.
This scholarship will be awarded to students who are managing their academic progress alongside...
Joblink Plus is a for-purpose, not-for-profit organisation providing employment services and vocational training. We deliver to a range of communities across rural and regional NSW, covering around 70% of the state. Jobl...
The NAB Foundation First Nations Futures Scholarship backs ambition, leadership and excellence in business and finance as a pathway to self-determination and community prosperity.
NAB Foundation is funding a scholarship...
This scholarship is intended to support a diverse cohort who are looking to kick-start, upskill, re-skill or transition their careers. The Sir William Tyree Foundation would like to support the development of a future sk...
These Commonwealth-funded scholarships aim to support Indigenous students who are relocating from a remote or regional area to study with University of Newcastle.
Applications are now open for students who commenced stu...
The Indigenous Education Scholarship aims to support Indigenous students with the costs of University study, particularly for those who are relocating from a remote or regional area and experiencing financial challenges....
The Ma & Morley Scholarship Program is a transformative experience offered to students of the University of Newcastle who want to change the world.
The program aims to inspire, educate and cultivate the next generation ...
This scholarship is for Year 1 or Year 2 students who show a keen interest in and commitment to participating in supervised research relevant to the student's program of study in the School of Biomedical Sciences and Pha...
This award was established in 1999 to support academically excellent Year 12 students who intend to enrol at the University of Newcastle in the year following their Higher School Certificate (HSC) studies.
The award doe...
The NSW Government - Aboriginal Housing Office is offering Tertiary Accommodation Grants to eligible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students enrolled in full time studies with University of Newcastle. This is a ne...
The University of Newcastle Academic High Performers Scholarship Program recognises the exceptional achievements and outstanding dedication of the high achieving applicants, across a range of cohorts, who are commencing ...
The International Excellence Scholarship 2026 has been established to attract high-performing students to study at the University of Newcastle. This scholarship acknowledges applicants with a strong academic background a...
The ‘Excelencia Internacional’ Scholarship 2026 has been established to attract high-performing students from South and Central America to study at the University of Newcastle. This scholarship acknowledges applicants wi...
The Australia-Latin America Business Council (ALABC) Women in STEM Scholarship 2026 has been established to provide a high-performing student in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) with ...
The Future Ready Enabling Scholarship is for students who have experienced educational disadvantage for a range of reasons and will provide financial assistance to support completion of Open Foundation or Yapug and hopef...
This scholarship was established to support a student financially while conducting a Physics Honours Project with the Centre for Organic Electronics (COE) at the University of Newcastle.
The recipient must be enrolled i...
Research into successful conservation of amphibians is a field of increasing need due to unprecedented declines of amphibian populations globally. Locally, the green and golden bell frog was once a common species which h...
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