The Eugen Singer Award was established with a generous gift from Mrs. Josephine Singer in memory of her late husband, Eugen Singer. It is offered to students who are pursuing a graduate research degree in the study of polymers and are experiencing disadvantaged circumstances. Eugen Singer himself was a chemical engineer known for his work in precision engineering related to the production and processing of polymers.
Scholarship Information
Host Country: Australia
University: The University of Melbourne
Sponsor: The award is sponsored by Mrs. Josephine Singer.
Eligible Countries: Both domestic and international students are eligible to apply.
Degree: The award supports students undertaking a higher degree by research (graduate research) in a field related to the study of polymers, including their production and processing at the University of Melbourne.
Deadline: July 30, 2024
Eligibility and Selection Criteria
Eligibility
To be considered for this award, you must:
- Be undertaking a higher degree by research in a field related to the study of polymers, including their production and processing at the University of Melbourne; and
- Have submitted an online application consisting of a personal statement describing the research topic, student’s financial situation and how the funds would be used to benefit their research
Selection criteria
Applications will be assessed on the following criteria:
- Academic merit – which will be assessed via the personal statement and supporting documents (CV, most recent progress report, peer-reviewed publications, supervisor’s statement) to evaluate the strength of the applicant’s research; and
- Financial need- which will be assessed via the personal statement and submission of the 2024 FEIT Student Financial Assessment form
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Remember, the specific benefits of a scholarship can vary depending on the scholarship program itself. Make sure to read the fine print of any scholarship you apply for to understand the specific financial awards and opportunities offered.