Apply for an Undergraduate Scholarship
Apply for an Undergraduate Scholarship
Empower your journey
in the resources sector
The Education Endowment Fund (EEF) Premium undergraduate scholarships are valued at over $20,000 each in their first year of offer. This annual scholarship is awarded to approximately a dozen individuals, offering financial support, career building mentorship and an all expenses paid field trip to a mineral rich region in Australia.
If you are an Australian citizen or permanent resident student determined to reach your potential, develop leadership qualities, expand your knowledge and network in the mining sector, an EEF scholarship is the perfect opportunity to kickstart your mining career and get paid while you study.
The scholarship prizes include:
- Significant financial support of up to $11,000 annually throughout your studies,
- with the execption of the annual Sir Frank Espie/Rio Tinto Leadership Award recipient/s receive a stipend of $15,000 per annum.
- Career-building tailored mentoring from seasoned industry professionals, valued at $5,000.
- An exciting opportunity for an all expenses paid one-week intensive field trip to a mineral rich region in Australia.
Mentor program
Scholars are matched with an industry mentor tailored to their talents, aptitude, and interests, valued at $5,000.
Annual cash grant
Scholars receive significant financial support of up to $11,000 annually throughout their studies.
Annual field trip
Scholars attend an all expenses paid one-week intensive field trip to a mineral rich region.
Support that opens doors
Scholars will engage with the Institute and it's branches establishing networks and professional associations that will endure beyond academic pursuits and help propel their career path.