1. Undergraduate Scholarship
Eligibility:
STEM Degree: Applicants must intend to study an undergraduate STEM degree at an Australian university.
STEM Focus: The degree must be administered by a STEM School or Faculty.
Ineligible Degrees: Degrees in non-STEM faculties, specific occupations (e.g., medicine, nursing), and certain health-related fields are not eligible.
Examples of Ineligible Degrees:
Clinical Audiology
Clinical Psychology
Dentistry, Dental Surgery, Dental Science
Medicine, Surgery
Nursing and Midwifery
Optometry
Physiotherapy
Radiography, Sonography, Medical imaging
Speech Pathology
Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Science
Note: This is not an exhaustive list. If unsure about your degree's eligibility, contact ATSE for advice.
2. Postgraduate Research Scholarship
Eligibility:
Research Degrees: Applicants must be pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy, Master of Philosophy, or Master by Research.
Applied Research: The research project must be in an applied domain and conducted within a research team at an Australian university.
Industry Focus: Priority is given to research projects with industry collaboration or links.
Priority Areas: Advanced manufacturing, agriculture, digital futures, energy resources, health technology, minerals, water resources, and areas aligned with the National Reconstruction Fund.
Additional Considerations:
Translation and Commercialization: Applicants should highlight potential opportunities for translation or commercialization of their research.
Collaborations: Existing or planned collaborations with industry or research groups are favorably considered.
Eligibility:
Post-Graduation: Applicants should be at least 5 years post-graduation in STEM or another field.
Postgraduate Coursework: Applicants must intend to undertake postgraduate coursework studies related to startups, mature businesses, or high-growth areas addressing STEM skills gaps.
STEM Qualification: A STEM qualification is not required, but it's beneficial.
Industry Focus: Priority is given to areas aligned with the National Reconstruction Fund, as well as natural sciences and engineering.
Key Points:
STEM Focus: All categories emphasize STEM-related studies.
Research vs. Coursework: Postgraduate research scholarships focus on research, while leadership scholarships focus on coursework.
Industry Links: Industry collaboration or links are valued in both categories.
National Priorities: Research and coursework aligned with national priorities are favored.
Note: It's crucial to review the specific guidelines and requirements of the Elevate Scholarship program to ensure your eligibility and understand the expectations for each category.