University of Tasmania
Jim Bacon Memorial Scholarship
Level of study: Undergraduate / VET
Closing date: 05-Jan-26
The Jim Bacon Memorial Scholarship provides three annual scholarships in memory of Jim Bacon who was diagnosed with inoperable lung cancer that caused his untimely death in June 2004.
Eligibility Requirements
Available to students in honours or undertaking postgraduate coursework in 2026 with projects that cover either Fine Arts, Politics and Policy or the Care and Treatment of Cancer.; The scholarships will be awarded to students whose study is in areas which has practical application or benefit for Tasmanians or who seek to promote issues which are important to Tasmanians.; The selection panel will give preference to students for whom the financial assistance will make a difference in the successful completion of their studies.; While the student's academic achievement is important and will be considered, the scholarships are not provided just for outstanding academic achievement.