Corteva Agriscience Scholarship

CORTEVA AGRISCIENCE SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was offered in 2022 and 2023 and was for agriculture and agribusiness students, or students who demonstrated a passion for agriculture.

Corteva Agriscience has helped students towards a diverse and rewarding career in agriculture. In 2022, Corteva partnered with Riverine Plains for the first time to deliver the Corteva Agriscience Scholarship to reward and recognise emerging leaders in our industry.

Corteva Agriscience is a global agriscience company dedicated to agriculture. Corteva Agriscience is driven by our beliefs and our purpose, which is to enrich the lives of those who produce and those who consume, ensuring progress for generations to come.

The Corteva Agriscience Scholarship had a plant breeding and agronomy focus.

"My hope is that I can purposefully utilise my education in soil science and resource economics to target inefficiencies within Australian agricultural systems. My aim will be to find solutions to maximise yields and minimise constraints on finite natural resources, ensuring future food and water security. With this scholarship, I’m hoping to make these aspirations a reality."

Ava Robertson

2023 Corteva Agriscience Scholar

THE SCHOLARSHIP

The Corteva Agriscience Scholarship had a plant breeding and agronomy focus and provided:

A bursary of $5,000.

Access to work placement opportunities.

Opportunities to network and gain knowledge, with access to all Riverine Plains events.

Personal mentoring from key agri-professionals.

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The Riverine Plains Scholarship Program is designed to support students from both farming and non-farming backgrounds to excel as they work towards their qualifications in an agriculture-related field.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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How do I apply?

To apply, students will need to complete the applications form, which will become available when the Riverine Plains Scholarship Program opens.

Students must answer all questions and upload the required documents to be considered.

Can I apply for more than one scholarship at a time?

Yes, a student can apply for multiple scholarships, using the same application form.

Can I apply if I live outside Australia?

No, you must be an Australian permanent resident or citizen to apply. Overseas applications will not be considered.

Are the eligibility criteria different for individual scholarships?

Yes, students must carefully read the eligibility criteria and can only apply for the scholarships that they are eligible for. Students must be enrolled in a course delivered by a recognised Australian tertiary institution.

Where is the Riverine Plains?

The Riverine Plains is an agro-ecological area that spans northeast Victoria and southern NSW. Please refer to our map for more information.

How is the bursary paid?

The bursary is made as two payments over two years, unless the Scholarship recipient is in their final year of study, in which case it will be made as a single payment.

If I am successful, will I have any ongoing obligations to Riverine Plains or the Scholarship Partner?

Successful recipients may be asked to attend and speak at selected events hosted by Riverine Plains or Scholarship Partners. Recipients will also be asked to be involved in Scholarship Program promotion, however this is not expected to be onerous.

If I am successful, what happens if I withdraw from study or take leave from study?

All recipients must demonstrate satisfactory progress through their coursework. Riverine Plains may terminate or discontinue the Scholarship in the event of a failure to progress.

If I am successful, what happens if my study load changes to part-time?

Riverine Plains must be informed of any changes to a student’s study load, with continuation of the Scholarship to be made at Riverine Plain’s discretion.

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CORTEVA AGRISCIENCE SCHOLARSHIP