AGL Bayswater Power Station Scholarships for Females in Engineering 2026 in University of Newcastle

Operating for more than 185 years, AGL is a leading integrated energy business with a proud heritage of innovation. Today AGL brings all that know-how to transform how Australians produce, share, and consume energy. AGL invests in new ideas, partnerships, and infrastructure – renewing and expanding its portfolio of sources and products to help make them more sustainable, reliable, affordable, and useful.

AGL is supporting this scholarship for females in Engineering as part of their commitment to accelerating workplace gender equality. AGL’s vision is to lead the utilities industry, with everyone equally represented and experiencing gender equity at all levels. If you are a University of Newcastle student looking to pursue a career in the energy sector, this scholarship could be an amazing opportunity for you.

Eligible students who are looking to build an ongoing relationship in a collaborative, technically diverse, and operational environment should consider applying for this scholarship. What AGL will ensure for the right person is paid work experience, an opportunity to build your professional network, training in systems and processes, and hands-on involvement in projects.

During semester breaks and holidays, there is the opportunity for paid work and support with local, temporary accommodation costs accessible to AGL’s Bayswater power station in Muswellbrook, NSW.

Beyond the scholarship it is hoped that your experience is such that you would consider employment with AGL in the future.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Interview Process
• Application Documents
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineFebruary 8, 2026
• Value$45,000
• Study LevelUndergraduate
• SponsorUniversity of Newcastle
• City to studyNew South Wales
• School to studyUniversity of Newcastle
• Course to studyEngineering
• Eligible CountryAustralia , New Zealand

Benefits

The scholarship provides a total benefit of $45,000, paid as $7,500 each semester, over the maximum 3-year tenure provided ongoing eligibility is met for the term of the scholarship.

Payments are typically received 2–3 weeks after the semester census date, or 2–3 weeks after you accept your offer if the census date has already passed.

Requirements

To be eligible to apply for this scholarship, you will need to:

• Be enrolled in 2nd or 3rd of Bachelor of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering or Bachelor of Mechatronics Engineering program at the University of Newcastle.
• Demonstrate academic achievement through a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.0 or higher
• Be female.
• Be an Australian citizen or an Australian permanent resident (including holders of a permanent humanitarian visa and New Zealand citizens with permanent residency).
• Not be the recipient of another University of Newcastle donor-funded or sponsored scholarship concurrently.

Selection Process

Selection is a competitive process and will be based on assessment of the scholarship application and any required supporting documents, with reference to the eligibility criteria.

Selection will be made by the College of Engineering, Science and Environment Selection Panel which will consist of a minimum of three members chosen by the Pro Vice-Chancellor, College of Engineering, Science and Environment and may include a representative from AGL.

Application Documents

Required documents will be listed on the ‘Your Documents’ page of your application. The application portal accepts PDF only. A maximum of 3 PDF smaller than 5 MB can be added per document type upload field.

• A personal statement (approx. 1 A4 page) outlining your academic achievements, career aspirations in the relevant area of study, and how this scholarship would assist you. This statement will cover all scholarships you are submitting for.

• Up to 3 documents which demonstrate your academic achievements, such as awards, participation in enrichment and travel programs or internships, academic competitions, portfolio or cv. Transcripts are not required for UON students.

• The application will include a free text question asking you to outline your interest in associated future opportunities with this donor and/or Industry partner.

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Application Deadline

February 8, 2026

How To Apply

Are you qualified and interested in this opportunity? Kindly go to University of Newcastle on applications.newcastle.edu.au to apply

For more information on how to apply kindly visit University of Newcatsle Scholarship webpage