University students in their first-year of an agriculture-related degree have only two weeks left to apply for the Horizon Scholarship.
The scholarship, an initiative of the Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation in partnership with industry sponsors, provides $5000 per year for the duration of a student’s university degree.
The Horizon Scholarship also offers students annual industry work placements that give them first-hand exposure to modern agricultural practices, access to industry leaders, professional development workshops and opportunities to network and gain knowledge at a range of industry events.
RIRDC’s managing director Craig Burns said the grant has been developed to support the next generation of agricultural leaders who will take up the challenge of farming for the future.
“The Horizon Scholarship not only provides students with financial support, but also invaluable personal development and networking opportunities,” Mr Burns said.
To be eligible students must be entering their first year of university and studying a degree related to agriculture, such as agricultural science, rural science, livestock/animal science, veterinary science or agribusiness and plant science.
Students must also have started their tertiary studies no longer than two years after leaving high school.
Scholarship recipients will be selected on the basis of their commitment to a career in agriculture, as well as their leadership potential and high school academic record.
Winners are announced in March.
Application forms can be completed via the RIRDC website at www.rirdc.gov.au/horizon, and close February 19.