Scholarships and prizes

La Trobe provides a number of scholarships to assist students with their studies in times of financial need. There are also many awards and prizes that provide recognition of academic achievement.

Scholarships

Dean's Scholarship for Academic Excellence

Ten scholarships are available each year for eligible students commencing in undergraduate courses offered by the Faculty of Science, Technology and Engineering.

Postgraduate research

Other scholarships may be available throughout the year. Contact us at physics@latrobe.edu.au for more information. 

Search La Trobe's scholarship database for more opportunities.

Prizes

Andrew Downing Prize in Physics – Third Year

Awarded to the most outstanding student in third year physics.

Dean's Honour List

The Dean's Honours is awarded for recognition of outstanding academic achievement in the Faculty of Science, Technology and Engineering.

Head of Department's Prize in Physics - First Year

Awarded to the most outstanding student in first year physics.

Head of Department's Prize in Physics – Fourth Year

Awarded to the most outstanding student in fourth year physics.

K.D. Cole Prize in Physics - Second Year

Awarded to the most outstanding student in second year physics.