Bassett Downs Honours Scholarship in Zoology by Australian national university 2026

Key Scholarship Details

Scholarship Overview

The Bassett Downs Honours Scholarship in Zoology, funded by the Bassett Downs Endowment at The Australian National University (ANU), supports research projects in systematics, conservation biology, behavioral ecology, and community ecology. This scholarship focuses on field or lab-based work on native species. The Bassett Downs Honours Scholarship in Zoology, funded by the Bassett Downs Endowment at The Australian National University (ANU), supports research projects in systematics, conservation biology, behavioral ecology, and community ecology. This scholarship focuses on field or lab-based work on native species. Eligibility Criteria: Applicants must have an exceptionally high level of competence in systematics, conservation biology, and/or behavioural and community ecology; and Applicants must enroll in the honours Year of an undergraduate program offered by the Research School of Biology Value of the Scholarship: AUD 7,000 per annum for one year  Application Process: No formal application is required. Eligible candidates will be automatically considered for the scholarship.

Eligible Fields of Study

Application Requirements

• Valid academic transcripts for previous degree (Bachelor's / Master's).
• Statement of Purpose (SOP) or Research Proposal aligned with chosen course.
• Academic and/or Professional Letters of Recommendation (LORs).
• Proof of English proficiency (IELTS / TOEFL / PTE) if mandated by provider.