The CSIRO Indigenous STEM Scholarship (Scholarship) is established to support and encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students undertaking a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) course. 

The Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) is Australia's national science research agency, dedicated to conducting innovative research and scientific exploration. With a focus on addressing significant challenges faced by the nation and the world, CSIRO's work spans a broad range of scientific disciplines, contributing to advancements in technology, sustainability, environmental conservation, health and more.  

For more information, please visit their website www.csiro.au.

• Current Students

• Faculty of Science & Engineering
  • Science courses
  • Engineering courses
  • Western Australian School of Mines (WASM)

• Undergraduate
• Postgraduate coursework

• Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander Students

• Australian Citizen

• Merit Based

The Scholarship will provide the following support for the normal expected remaining duration of the course (based on a full-time enrolment of 100 credits per semester):

• A cash stipend of $5,000 per semester. The amount can be used at the recipient’s discretion to contribute towards education related expenses.
• Possibility of mentoring, research assistance and/or work integrated learning with the sponsor.

Any undergraduate or postgraduate by coursework degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) 

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

• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent.
• Enrolled full time (minimum 75 credits per semester) in an eligible course at Curtin University in Semester 1, 2026.
• Minimum course weighted average (CWA) of 50

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
• Please note that this link will direct you to the general "Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Scholarship Program" application form. Once you submit your application, you will then be considered for all scholarships that you are eligible for in this round.

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 on 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
  • Academic merit

Step 6: Outcome

• All successful and unsuccessful applicants notified of their outcome via the Scholarships Channel (Student OASIS) within 9 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

Recipients must meet all of the following:

• Maintain a study load of at least 75 credit points each study period at Curtin University
• Maintain a course weighted average (CWA) of at least 50 each study period
• Pass all units attempted each study period
• Not be in receipt of any other scholarship from the same funding source and/or for the same purpose

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.