Eric Booth Memorial Grants in Chemistry

Established by the Council in June 1985 by a bequest from the estate of the late Mr Eric Booth, a Fellow of the Royal Australian Chemical Institute. The grants are maintained by the income derived from the bequest

Student Type: Undergraduate 2nd/3rd Year, Honours or Postgraduate
Area of Study: Chemistry
Total Value: up to $8,000
Duration: 1 year
Applications: Open to apply

Am I eligible?

If all the below statements describe you and your current situation, you can apply for this scholarship:

• I am an Australian citizen, New Zealand citizen or Australian permanent visa holder;
• I am currently enrolled full time or part time in a course studying chemistry; and
• I am in my second or third year of undergraduate study, or undertaking honours or postgraduate study.

What would I receive?

If you are a successful applicant of this scholarship you will receive either a grant to the value of 1.5% of the current capital value (for 2016 up to $8,000)  for the purpose of:

• encouragement and support of attendance at Royal Australian Chemical Institute (North Queensland Section) meetings;
• purchase of equipment necessary for your research work; or
• travel for purposes relevant to your area of study or to the activities of the Royal Australian Chemical Institute.

How do I apply?

Prior to completing an application, you should carefully read the Scholarship Rules below. Applicants wanting to apply for this scholarship must attach the following documents:

• a certified copy of your birth certificate, passport or permanent visa.
• a certified copy of your academic record from any other academic institution;
• no more than three written references attesting to your good character and/or suitability to receive the grant;
• a curriculum vitae; and
• any other supporting documentation that would assist the Selection Committee in developing an opinion as to the merit of the application.

When applying for a scholarship it is very important that you answer all the questions and include all relevant documents.  Your application and relevant documents must be submitted before the closing date. If an application is incomplete, it will not be considered..