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The Arthur McComb PhD Field Work Grant

Arthur McComb was Professor of Environmental Science at Murdoch University from 1989-1996. He was passionate in wanting to improve the state of environmental management, based on rational, logical and well-founded biological principles. This award has been established by his family to commemorate his desire to continually improve our knowledge of the Western Australian biota and its management. 
No. of Scholarships:
1
Duration of Award:
3 years
Level of study:
  • Research
Study Area:
  • Veterinary Science
  • Environmental and Conservation Sciences

Eligibility

  • Enrolled full-time 

  • Australian Citizen 

  • International Student  


How to Apply

    To apply, students must submit:  

    • An application form containing name, contact details and nationality. 

    • A one to two page CV including details of undergraduate studies, employment, extracurricular interests, and a statement outlining your goals and aspirations.  

    • Up to one page description of your project, including a justification and approximate costing of the field work, and a statement of the funds available and how the grant funds will be used.  

    • A brief reference from your supervisor. 

    Applications to be submitted via email to Murdoch University’s Graduate Research Office: GraduateResearchDegrees@murdoch.edu.au  

    Required Documents

    Once received the awardee will be required to update the scholarship provider: 

    • Thank you letter to donor upon receipt of the Grant, outlining your research project and how the Grant will help you. 

    • Annual report outlining the progress of research project (max. 1 page). 

    Payment Method

    An annual award of up to $3,000 pa for up to 3 years if fieldwork is required in each year of the PhD. Renewal will be subject to the submission of a satisfactory annual progress report.