Delta Power & Energy Excellence Scholarship

Refer to selection details for application information
Amount

$15,000

Number available

1

Scholarship details

Donor

Delta Electricity

Establishment

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 intended to offer financial support and practical work experience to undergraduate students at The University of Newcastle.

Eligible students who are eager to develop a long-term relationship within a dynamic, technically diverse and future-focused operational setting are encouraged to apply for this scholarship. Delta is committed to supporting the right candidate through paid work experience, professional development, and meaningful project involvement at Vales Point Power Station.

A key feature of this scholarship is the opportunity to undertake Work Integrated Learning (WIL) at Vales Point Power Station. This experience is highly valued by past recipients and can be tailored to suit individual needs - whether part-time during semester or fulltime over breaks. The flexibility of this arrangement ensures students can gain hands-on industry experience while balancing academic commitments.

It is hoped that the experience gained through this scholarship will inspire recipients to consider employment opportunities with Delta.

Eligible programs for this scholarship are Mechanical, Mechatronic, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, and Chemical Engineering (including combined degrees).

For more information on this scholarship, please review the Terms and Conditions.

Applicable to academic achievement, engineering, industry, Work Integrated Learning (WIL).

This scholarship is not yet open for 2026. Please Register Interest in the apply portal to receive an email when applications open.

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply for this scholarship, you will need to:

  • Be enrolled in 2nd, 3rd, 4th year of B Electrical and Electronic Engineering, B Mechanical Engineering, B Chemical Engineering, B Mechatronics Engineering or a combined degree of the eligible programs at the University of Newcastle.
  • Be intending to study on a full-time basis (minimum 60 units per year).
  • Demonstrate academic achievement by a Cumualtive Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 6.0 or higher in your current program. Please note, evidence is not required with your application as we use University records.
  • Reside in the Central Coast, Lake Macquarie or Newcastle Local Government Area (LGA).
  • Be willing to complete your Work Integrated Learning degree component with the scholarship donor.
  • Be an Australian citizen or an Australian permanent resident (including holders of a permanent humanitarian visa and New Zealand citizens with permanent residency).
  • Not be the recipient of another University of Newcastle donor-funded or sponsored scholarship concurrently.

Required Documentation

Required documents will be listed on the ‘Your Documents’ page of your application. The application portal accepts PDF only. A maximum of 3 PDF smaller than 5 MB can be added per document type upload field.

  • A personal statement (approx. 1 A4 page) outlining your academic achievements, career aspirations in the relevant area of study, and how this scholarship would assist you. This statement will cover all scholarships you are submitting for.
  • Delta places strong emphasis on its organisational values of Care, Achievement, Respect and Empowerment (CARE). Delta’s CARE values guide how its people work with each other and Delta’s stakeholders. Prepare a 200 or 300 word statement describing how you demonstrate these values in your personal, academic, or professional life, and how you would continue to uphold them during your scholarship and potential future engagement with Delta.

Benefit

The scholarship provides a total benefit of $15,000 for one year, to be paid as $7500 in Semester 1 and 2.

Payments are typically received 2–3 weeks after the semester census date, or 2–3 weeks after you accept your offer if the census date has already passed.

Selection

Selection is a competitive process and will be based on assessment of the scholarship application and any required supporting documents. The Selection Committee may choose to interview applicants.

College

College of Engineering Science and Environment

Contact Details

Scholarships
Student and Academic Services
University of Newcastle
University Drive
CALLAGHAN NSW 2308

Phone: +61 2 4921 5000
Email: scholarships@newcastle.edu.au