Riverine Plains 2023 Scholarship Application Form

Riverine Plains Inc invites tertiary students working towards a degree or diploma in agriculture, agricultural science agribusiness or engineering (or who can demonstrate a passion for agriculture in another discipline), to apply for one of five scholarships being offered by the group in 2023.

The 2023 Riverine Plains Scholarship Program includes the Alvan Blanch Australia, Corteva Agriscience, Hanrahan Family and Uncle Tobys Scholarships. Each scholarship provides $5,000 over two years (or a single year for final year students applying for the Corteva Agriscience Scholarship) to assist with costs associated with studying (textbooks, cost of living etc). The scholarships also include work experience and mentoring opportunities, as well as access to Riverine Plains and other industry events.

This is the first time that the Riverine Plains Scholarship Program has been able to offer such a diversity of scholarships. While all the 2023 scholarships have a focus and desire to contribute to the agricultural sector, there are also scholarships designed especially for students from a non-farming background, as well as for those studying engineering or another discipline.

Applications for the 2023 Riverine Plains Scholarship Program close at 5pm on Thursday 22 June, 2023.

Before commencing your application, please read the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria.

First name*

Last name*

Email*

Residential address*

Town*

State*

Postcode*

Postal address

If different to residential address above

Mobile phone number*

2023 Scholarships applied for*

Alvan Blanch Australia Scholarship

Corteva Agriscience Scholarship

Hanrahan Family Scholarship

Uncle Tobys Scholarship

All scholarships that I am eligible to apply for (see eligibility criteria)

I declare that I am an Australian citizen or permanent resident.*

Yes

I confirm that I have read the scholarship terms, conditions, and eligibility document and that I am eligible to apply for the nominated scholarships and will comply with all terms and conditions.*

Yes

Secondary School Name and Year of Graduation*

Which tertiary education institution are you currently enrolled at?*

Which course (including majors) are you currently enrolled in?*

Current year of study

Current course subjects*

Please list all subjects that you are currently enrolled in.

Academic record*

Please attach a transcript of results from each semester of study (all semesters completed to date).

Which area(s) of agriculture are you most interested in and why?*

Have you grown up on a farm? If so, where?*

NB The Alvan Blanch Australia Scholarships are for students from a non-farming background.

Work or community experience*

Please describe any work or community experience you have.

Career aspirations*

Where do you see your career taking you and how do you feel you can you make a difference to the industry?

What would receiving a scholarship mean to you?*

How could receiving a scholarship help improve your learning or work experience opportunities?

What do you think are the biggest challenges and opportunities for agriculture over the next five years?*

Describe your interest in relocating or returning to the Riverine Plains region post-study (Alvan Blanch Australia Scholarship applicants must answer this question).

If am a successful scholarship recipient, I understand that if I fail to meet my obligations as outlined in the terms and conditions, I risk my scholarship being discontinued or terminated. This includes changing any of my course information or study load, without prior approval from Riverine Plains Inc.*

Yes

I confirm, that to the best of my knowledge, I have always maintained a high standard of personal behaviour and integrity, and I declare that I will continue to maintain a high standard of personal behaviour and integrity, ensuring that my actions will not bring the scholarship or relevant associated agencies into disrepute.*

Yes

I confirm that if I am a successful scholarship recipient, I will comply with all relevant laws and legal requirements imposed upon me as the recipient of a scholarship, and will fulfill all the obligations of the scholarship.*

Yes

If I am a successful scholarship recipient, I grant Riverine Plains the right to use audio and/or visual material of me publicly to promote the Alvan Blanch Australia, Corteva Agriscience, Hanrahan family or Uncle Tobys Scholarships. I also agree to participate in interviews about the scholarship and acknowledge that Riverine Plains may use this material in its promotional activities (publicity/promotional material includes but is not limited to media releases, newsletters, newspaper articles, annual reports, interviews, websites, and social media accounts).

Yes

If I am a successful scholarship recipient, I agree for my contact details to be shared with Riverine Plains for the coordination of contact between myself and individuals representing Riverine Plains, Alvan Blanch Australia, Corteva Agriscience, the Hanrahan family and Uncle Tobys for the purposes of mentoring, work placements and media liaison.

Yes

If I am a successful recipient, I will make every effort to attend or speak at events hosted by Riverine Plains or the scholarship partner (where my presence could reasonably be expected).

Yes

Proof of enrolment*

Please upload proof of your current enrolment