Valued at $4,750,
the Australian Science Media Centre Scholarship is available to postgraduate students who are commencing the
Master of Arts (Journalism) program. The scholarship will be awarded to students who have a genuine interest in science combined with journalism,
communication or multi-media.
Recipients of the award will be offered the opportunity to undertake work experience during the study break and/or to undertake their practicum at the Australian Science Media Centre (AusSMC).
Formed in 2005, AusSMC is an independent, non-profit service for the news media, giving journalists direct access to evidence-based science and expertise. The centre's aim is to better inform public debate on the major issues of the day by improving links between the media and the scientific community. To find out more about the work of the centre visit AusSMC.