University of Melbourne Richard WS Nicholas Agricultural Science Scholarship 2025

The Richard WS Nicholas Agricultural Science Scholarship was established with a gift from Richard William Sutton Nicholas and is offered to students enrolled in a graduate research degree in Agricultural Science to promote research into conditions pertaining to the State of Victoria.

• Table of Content
• About University of Melbourne
• Richard WS Nicholas Agricultural Science Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of Richard WS Nicholas Agricultural Science Scholarship
• Richard WS Nicholas Agricultural Science Scholarship Courses
• Requirements for Richard WS Nicholas Agricultural Science Scholarship Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for Richard WS Nicholas Agricultural Science Scholarship
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About University of Melbourne

The University of Melbourne (informally Melbourne University) is an Australian public research university located in Melbourne, Victoria. Founded in 1853, it is Australia's second oldest university and the oldest in Victoria. Times Higher Education ranks Melbourne as 33rd in the world, while the Academic Ranking of World Universities places Melbourne 44th in the world (both first in Australia).... continue reading

Richard WS Nicholas Agricultural Science Scholarship

Aim and Benefits of Richard WS Nicholas Agricultural Science Scholarship

Up to $12,000. This scholarship provides a one-off payment. The value of the award will vary depending on how many awards are offered in any given year.

Richard WS Nicholas Agricultural Science Scholarship Courses

• Agricultural Science
• Veterinary Science

Requirements for Richard WS Nicholas Agricultural Science Scholarship Qualification

To be considered for this scholarship, you must:

• Be enrolled in a Doctor of Philosophy - Science or Master of Philosophy - Agricultural Sciences (or their successors)
• Have met requirements for confirmation of your candidature
• Be undertaking research related to agricultural conditions in the State of Victoria.

Interview date, Process and Venue for Richard WS Nicholas Agricultural Science Scholarship

Selection criteria

The scholarship is offered to the student(s) ranked highest by the selection panel based on the quality of their application. In the interests of equitable distribution of scholarships, other scholarships or prizes received by students are considered.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

You must submit an application and include:

• A personal statement addressing how your research in agricultural science is of benefit and has practical application within the state of Victoria
• Curriculum vitae including qualifications, work experience, awards, publications or presentations related to your field of research.

For more details, visit University of Melbourne scholarship webpage