AUSTRALIA; Peter Cullen Postgraduate Scholarship

Scholarship Description

The NSW Government has developed a postgraduate scholarship in honour of the late Professor Peter Cullen AO FTSE. Professor Cullen contributed significantly to water resource management in Australia, and NSW. The program is jointly funded by various New South Wales Government Water Agencies, including the Department of Water and Energy, Sydney Catchment Authority, State Water, Hunter Water Corporation and Sydney Water Corporation. The aim of the scholarship is to: • Improve our understanding of how rivers, groundwater, wetlands and estuaries function and respond to enhanced management • Improve the linkages between water science and water management in NSW • Provide research opportunities for water specialists in NSW. The Scholarship is open to a first year PhD student enrolled at Australian University.

Reference Number: 4358
Study Subject: Aquatic Science and Water Management
Web Address: http://www.dwe.nsw.gov.au/about/scholarship.shtml
Provided By: Department of Water and Energy
Level: Post Graduate (Research)
Availability

This scholarship is offered annually to one person. Open for applications from August 1, 2009 until August 28, 2009.
Payment Information

The value of this scholarship is AUD20000 (maximum per annum). This award is to be used for accommodation, research, living expenses, travel and miscellaneous purposes. This scholarship is paid annually for the period of 3 years, reviewed annually.
Research Information

This scholarship is for one of the following fields of research: BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES, CHEMICAL SCIENCES, EARTH SCIENCES, ECONOMICS, INFORMATION, COMPUTING AND COMMUNICATION SCIENCES, MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES, PHYSICAL SCIENCES, SCIENCE - GENERAL or SOCIAL SCIENCES, HUMANITIES AND ARTS - GENERAL.
Eligibility

This scholarship is for study in Australia. Only citizens of Australia or permanent residents can apply.
Application Details

To apply for this scholarship you must consult the scholarship web site. You can download a PDF with more information about the scholarship here. Terms and conditions are subject to change. Always confirm details with scholarship provider before applying.
Main Contact
Simon Williams (Team Leader- Water Science)
Department of Water and Energy
Email: simon.williams@dnr.nsw.gov.au