The Office of the NSW Chief Scientist & Engineer (OCSE) supports high-tech, high-impact research by NSW students attending domestic and international research competitions.
The assessment panel includes independent representatives from the NSW public sector and the broader research community.
For further information about STEM Student Competition Sponsorship Program 2024, please refer to the Guidelines for Applicants – STEM Student Competition Sponsorship Program, below.
Applications for the STEM Student Competition Sponsorship Program 2024 have now closed.
Key Dates
| Monday 23 October 2023 | 2024 round opens |
| 10:00 AEST Friday 16 February 2024 | 2024 round closes |
| April 2024 | Applicants notified of outcome |
Guidelines
Guidelines for applicants - STEM Student Competition Sponsorship Program
Application
Application form – STEM Student Competition Sponsorship Program
Funding Agreement
Funding Deed - STEM Student Competition Sponsorship Program Sponsorship
Tips for applicants
- The application form should not exceed the specified word limit
- Focus on why the conference is important, and how it would benefit New South Wales
- Include an accurate budget with appropriate detail
- highlight why sponsorship is needed, and how grant monies would be spent
Contact
For further information about the program or to register for updates, please contact:
Juliet Ono 02 9228 5763
raap.grants@chiefscientist.nsw.gov.au
If you would like to receive further information about the STEM Student Competition Sponsorship Program or future programs and activities run by OCSE, please register using this form to be added to the mailing list.
Previous funding
In previous years, OCSE provided support to the following successful applicants from NSW universities.