State Super ESG for Impact Scholarship 2027

State Super has launched their scholarship program with a focus on ESG and Responsible Investment issues. We are able to provide valuable financial support in 2026 to successful applicants through the State Super ESG for Impact Scholarship.

Areas of research/study may include -

• Environment - Greenhouse gas (GHG) footprint, Air and water pollution management, Waste management, Water resource management, Natural disasters and climate risk
• Social - Human rights, Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion (DEI), Fair wages, Community impacts and philanthropy, Data security and privacy, Labour conditions/modern slavery
• Governance - Board composition, Conflicts of interest, Bribery and corruption, Political contributions and affiliations, Whistle-blower protections
• General/Data analytics - ESG and data analytics, Net Zero data analytics, ESG and Risk

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineDecember 4, 2026
• Study LevelPhD , Undergraduate
• SponsorState Super
• Eligible CountryAustralia

Benefits

This support could help you begin your post graduate studies, or continue with an existing program of research.

• $16,000 scholarships available for Masters/Honours students
• $36,000 scholarships available for PhD students

Requirements

• Australian citizen or permanent resident
• Enrolled as a post graduate student at a NSW University
• Have an idea for research into innovative ESG solutions, Responsible Investment or superannuation, pensions, and retirement

Check also:
ANU Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend Scholarship 2026
University of Canberra Research Scholarships 2026

Application Deadline

How To Apply

• Email to [email protected]
• Include your name, university and field of study

We'll let you know if you're eligible and email you an application form to return before 4 December 2026.

If you are interested but would like to discuss your application please email your questions to [email protected]

For more information, kindly visit the State Super webpage.