Clare Burton Memorial Scholarship

Applications close

9 September 2024

You’ll receive a scholarship of $10,000 as a one-off payment as a research allowance.

You must be one of the following:

• an Australian citizen (including dual citizens)
• a permanent resident of Australia
• a permanent humanitarian visa holder
• a New Zealand citizen.

You must also:

• be a current research student at an Australian university, enrolled either full- or part-time in a research degree (i.e. Doctor of Philosophy, Professional Doctorate, or Master of Philosophy)
• be pursuing research where the major piece of work is focussed on gender equity. This encompasses women and equality in all spheres of endeavour including (but not limited to) employment, education, health, communications, engineering and science
• have completed at least the first milestone of your research degree.

To apply for this scholarships, complete the online application form .

It is your responsibility to ensure you answer all questions and provide sufficient supporting documentation.

Applications should be submitted by 9 September 2024.

Terms and conditions for Clare Burton Memorial Scholarship (PDF file; 181.7 KB)

The Clare Burton Memorial Scholarship was established to honour and continue the work of Dr Clare Burton, a leading researcher, public sector administrator, academic, consultant and writer on employment equity. It is funded by the Clare Burton Memorial Fund, which is held by QUT.

This scholarship is open to students of all Australian universities who are undertaking research degrees at the master and doctoral levels.