La Trobe University invites eligible undergraduate students to apply for the Joss Family Fellowship for Future Researchers. This exciting opportunity offers selected students a $1500 award, paid in two instalments, to participate in a six-week supervised research project. The fellowship provides hands-on experience across diverse disciplines including ecology, history, psychology, environmental science, biomedical science, and more.

To be eligible for the Joss Family Fellowship for Future Researchers, applicants must be undergraduate students at La Trobe University with at least 180 credit points completed. The fellowship is open to 2nd and 3rd year students from all nationalities, including Australian citizens, permanent residents, humanitarian visa holders, New Zealand citizens, and international students. Preference is given to students based at the Albury-Wodonga campus, and honours students are not eligible to apply.

La Trobe University is a leading Australian public research university known for its strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and community engagement. Established in 1964, it has multiple campuses across Victoria, including Melbourne, Bendigo, and Albury-Wodonga, offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs. The university is recognized for its excellence in teaching and research across diverse fields such as health, science, business, humanities, and technology, providing students with hands-on learning opportunities and global career prospects.

Application Deadline: 28 September 2025

Brief Description

• University or Organization: La Trobe University
• Department: Various departments under Albury-Wodonga campus researchers
• Course Level: Undergraduate (2nd and 3rd year)
• Award: $1500 (paid in two instalments of $750)
• Access Mode: Online
• Number of Awards: Five research project fellowships available
• Nationality: Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents, Humanitarian Visa holders, International Students, and New Zealand Citizens
• The award can be taken in the: Australia

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: All nationalities
• Acceptable Course or Subjects: The fellowship will be awarded in any subject offered under the listed projects, including Ecology Conservation, Biology, Australian History, Military History, Gender History, History of Religion, Psychology, Environmental Science, Microbiology, Biomedical Science, Environment and Genetics.
• Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, the applicants must meet all the following criteria:
• Be an undergraduate student at La Trobe University with a minimum of 180 credit points.
• Preference will be given to students based at the Albury-Wodonga campus.
• Honours students are not eligible.

How to Apply

Students are required to submit their resume and the fellowship application form to [email protected].

Benefits

• Total award of $1500, paid in two instalments ($750 at project start, $750 in January).
• Six-week research project with flexible weekly hours designed to fit part-time work schedules.
• Opportunity to gain research experience under the supervision of academic staff in various disciplines.
• All projects must be completed by 22 February 2026.

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