The Donald Cant Watts Corke (DCWC) Scholarship in Construction Management is designed to provide support for students pursuing a Bachelor of Applied Science, Construction Management at Curtin University.

DCWC is one of Australia’s largest, privately owned providers of quantity surveying, project management and associated services. For almost 60 years, they have been committed to developing strong relationships and working collaboratively with clients to achieve outstanding results within Australia’s built environment sector.

DCWC is committed to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion in the construction industry. They aim to build enduring legacies and enrich our communities, transforming them into better places to live.

The scholarship offers cash support to students from under-represented groups in the community with demonstrated circumstances that have significantly impacted their study who are interested in pursuing a career in Project Management or Quantity Surveying, empowering recipients to utilise the funds in ways that best support their ongoing education. For more information visit dcwc.com.au.

• Current Students

• Faculty of Humanities

• Undergraduate

• Australian Citizen
• Australian Permanent Resident
• New Zealand Citizen
• Permanent Humanitarian Visa

• Need Based
• Merit Based

The Scholarship will provide the following support (based on a full-time study load of 100 credits per semester):

• A one-off cash payment of $10,000
• Possible professional development opportunities
• Possible paid vacation work with the Sponsor

The amount can be used at the recipient's discretion to contribute towards education-related expenses.

Bachelor of Applied Science (Construction Management).

Double degrees considered.

Applicants must meet all of the following criteria to be eligible to apply for the Scholarship:

• Domestic student (Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, Australian permanent humanitarian or New Zealand citizen);
• Enrolled in the an eligible degree at Curtin University in Semester 2, 2026;
• Enrolled full-time (minimum 75 credits);
• Have a minimum course weighted average (CWA) of 50;
• Low socio-economic background and demonstrated financial hardship;
• Not have previously received a DCWC Scholarship in Construction Management; and
• Not be in receipt of any other scholarship from the same funding source and/or for the same purpose.

Step 1: Access online application form

• Applications are to be submitted using the online application form. Access the form by clicking on the ‘Apply Online’ button on the top right-hand side of this page
• Please note that this link will direct you to the general "Equity Scholarship Program" application form. Once you submit your application, you will then be considered for all / all equity scholarships that you are eligible for in this round
• If you are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander student and would like to be considered for all scholarships (equity and merit) available in this round, we recommend that you apply for the "Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Scholarship Program" (only one application form to complete)

Step 2: Complete

• Complete the application form online
• Application form can be saved at any point of the process
• Tips on how to complete your application can be found under the Applying for scholarships link on the scholarships website

Step 3: Submit

• Closing date is listed at the top of the page
• Incomplete applications will not be assessed
• Once submitted, application status will change to submitted

Step 4: Receipt

• Application receipt will be sent to student email once application has been submitted

Step 5: Assessment

• Applications will be assessed by an assessment panel using the following criteria:
  • Responses to questions in application form
  • Low socio-economic background and demonstrated financial hardship
  • Passion for course/vision for career
  • Non-Academic achievements (extra curricular and leadership)
• Interview performance (for shortlisted applicants)
• Preference will be given to:
  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
  • Female students
  • Students from rural, regional, or remote areas
  • Refugee students
  • Students living with a disability or who are carers of a family member with a disability

Step 6: Shortlist for Interview

• Shortlisted applicants will be sent an interview date and time via their student email in late August
• Shortlisted applicants must be available for the designated interview time (early to mid September)

Step 7: Outcome

• All successful and unsuccessful applicants will be notified of their outcome via the Scholarships Channel (Student OASIS) within 7-8 weeks of the scholarship closing date

Step 8: Acceptance

• Successful applicants must accept the terms and conditions via the Scholarship Channel (Student OASIS) by the deadline

Please note:

• Scholarship will be awarded if there are applicants of sufficient need and merit

Scholarships Office

E: scholarships@curtin.edu.au

T: 1300 222 888

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For further information about applying for scholarships including important dates and tips for preparing your application, utilise the resources available on the Applying for Scholarships webpage.