Flinders University 2025 Queenie Gibbins Scholarship in Science (Biotechnology)

Applications are now open for the Flinders University 2025 Queenie Gibbins Scholarship in Science (Biotechnology). Mrs Queenie Gibbins, a supporter of the University, has a particular interest in assisting students in emerging areas of scientific study. This scholarship was established to assist with the retention and success of students in these fields of study. 

The scholarship is funded by a donation from Mrs Queenie Gibbins. 

• Table of Content
• About Flinders University
• Queenie Gibbins Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of Queenie Gibbins Scholarship
• Queenie Gibbins Scholarship Courses
• Requirements for Queenie Gibbins Scholarship Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for Queenie Gibbins Scholarship
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Flinders University

Flinders University is a public university in Adelaide, South Australia. Founded in 1966, it was named in honour of navigator Matthew Flinders, who explored and surveyed the South Australian coastline in the early 19th century. Flinders is a verdant university[citation needed] and a member of the Innovative Research Universities (IRU) Group and ranks in the 10-16 bracket in Australia and 36th in the world of those established less than 50 years. Academically, the university pioneered a cross-disciplinary approach to education, and its faculties of medicine and the humanities are ranked amon... continue reading

Queenie Gibbins Scholarship

Aim and Benefits of Queenie Gibbins Scholarship

Subject to the availability of funds, there will be one or more scholarships awarded annually to a total value of $2,000. 

The scholarship is awarded for one year of full-time study (36 units) or its part-time equivalent, subject to the scholarship holder maintaining their enrolment in the relevant degree and satisfactory academic progress. 

The scholarship will be paid in instalments at the beginning of each semester. 

Queenie Gibbins Scholarship Courses

• Biotechnology

Requirements for Queenie Gibbins Scholarship Qualification

Applicants for the scholarship must be:

• An Australian citizen, a permanent humanitarian visa holder or a permanent resident of Australia; and
• Enrolled in the second or subsequent year of a four year Flinders University undergraduate Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree (i.e. have completed a least 36 units), or have commenced a Flinders University one year Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree; and
• Able to demonstrate financial hardship. 

Interview date, Process and Venue for Queenie Gibbins Scholarship

Selection Criteria

The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of demonstrated financial need and academic merit with preference being given to students studying within the biotechnology field.

Selection will be made in accordance with procedures approved by the Director, Student Administration. 

Application Deadline

How to Apply

Applications should be submitted online through the Flinders University Student System  by the specified closing date.  Please ensure all of your personal details are up-to-date in the Student System as you will be assessed using this information.

Financial Hardship Form

Submit an application

For more details, visit Flinders University scholarship