The Western Australian Institution of Surveyors (WAIS) Surveying Bursary (Bursary) has been developed to support 3rd or 4th year students enrolled in a Surveying degree at Curtin University, with an interest in Cadastral Surveying. 

Led by an experienced Board made up of experienced surveyors, WAIS’ members range from sole practitioners to large multinational firms across the public and private sector. Since forming in 2001, WAIS continues to go from strength to strength, growing its membership base, introducing new products and services, delivering vital updates on business and technical skills at events and providing networking opportunities throughout the year. 

For more information on WAIS, please visit their website. 

• Current Students

• Faculty of Science & Engineering
  • Science courses

• Undergraduate

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

• Merit Based

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

• A one-off cash payment of $5,000
• Potential opportunities for mentoring and/or to complete Work Integrated Learning (WIL) with WAIS members (subject to Donor availability)

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

Bachelor of Surveying (Honours)

Double degrees are not considered.

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

• Domestic student (Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, Australian permanent humanitarian or New Zealand citizen)
• Enrolled in the 3rd or 4th year of an eligible degree in semester 2, 2026
• Enrolled full-time (minimum 100 credits)
• Have a minimum course weighted average (CWA) of 65
• Not in receipt of any other scholarships that are from the same funding source and/or for the same purpose

Step 1: Access application form

• Application form can be accessed via the ‘My Studies’ tab in OASIS or via the ‘Apply Online’ button on the top right-hand side of this page
• 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".

Step 2: Complete

• Complete the application form online
• Application form can be saved at any point of the process
• Multiple scholarships can be applied for at one time
• 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 and within the Scholarships Channel (Student OASIS)
• 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
  • Demonstrated academic potential
  • Academic Merit (CWA)
  • Demonstrated their interest in Cadastral Surveying

Step 6: Outcome

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

Step 7: 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 merit

Scholarships Office

E: scholarships@curtin.edu.au

T: 1300 222 888

Visit our Frequently Asked Questions

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.