Become a First Nations clean energy leader with a higher degree research scholarship at the University of Newcastle through its Trailblazer for Recycling and Clean Energy (TRaCE) program.
These scholarships of $52,352 p.a. will enable students from a wide-range of disciplines to research the impacts and opportunities of the clean energy transition for First Nations communities, ensuring that First Nations knowledge and perspectives are central to this transformation.
The program supports First Nations people to work towards an MPhil or PhD degree, preparing them to become leaders in clean energy and reducing emissions.
The program aims to:
- Enable Indigenous-led research on clean energy transitions and projects
- Develop leadership pathways and strengthen the First Nations research community
- Support research on clean energy that aligns with the First Nations Clean Energy Strategy
- Ensure First Nations communities benefit from emissions reduction projects happening on Country, in line with Australia’s national research goals
An online information webinar is being held Wednesday 12 March, 12:00pm to 12:30pm. Please encourage everyone you know who may be interested – or may know someone who may be interested – to register for the webinar.