The Australian Wildlife Society Research Conservation Awards

The Award is open to students enrolled in Master of Philosophy or Doctor of Philosophy degrees who are undertaking a research project in the Hunter Valley Region. The research project must have direct relevance to the conservation of Australia’s native wildlife. (Flora or fauna).

Eligibility Criteria

Be enrolled in a Master of Philosophy or Doctor of Philosophy degree at the University of Newcastle;

Currently reside in Australia;

Have successfully completed confirmation by the application closing date;

Have a research topic in the area of Australian wildlife (flora & fauna) conservation;

Be undertaking your research in one of the following Hunter Valley Local Government Areas (LGA’S): - City of Lake Macquarie - City of Newcastle - City of Maitland - City of Cessnock - Mid-Coast Council - Port Stephens Council - Singleton Council - Muswellbrook Shire - Upper Hunter Shire - Dungog Shire

Submit an application and required documentation no later than the application closing date.

Application Procedure

Please review the Australian Wildlife Society Research Conservation Award Conditions prior to applying. As part of your application, you will need to provide:

A cover letter that includes the following details:

- program that you are enrolled in

- candidature start and end date

- confirmation completion date

- a short summary of your research and explanation of how you meet the eligibility criteria;

and A Curriculum Vitae

Please send the email expressing interest to Matthew.Hayward@newcastle.edu.au by 5pm on 31 May 2024.