This Honours/Masters Scholarships for Aboriginal Students supports Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander students undertaking Honours or Masters studies in cancer-related research. It aims to build cancer research capacity among Indigenous scholars and promote equity in the WA research workforce.
Eligibility Criteria:
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Must identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander
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Must physically reside in Western Australia for at least 80% of the scholarship duration
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Must be enrolled in an Honours or Masters program at a publicly funded WA Higher Education Institution
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Research must be linked to an existing Cancer Research Project Grant (CRPG)
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Host institution must be an NHMRC Approved Administering Institution in WA
Funding Details:
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Up to 60,000 AUD over 2 years
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At least 50% of the funds must be allocated as a stipend
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Supports research on cancer causes, diagnosis, treatment, or prevention
Deadline:
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Applications open: 28 March 2025
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Submission deadline: 30 September 2025
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Outcome notification: November 2025
Where to Apply / Learn More:
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Apply via Cancer Council WA’s online grant portal
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See the Guidelines to Applicants and Scholarship Application Template for guidance