The scholarship provides funding support for successful applicants to pursue research in fields related ESG issues and Responsible Investment, Public sector employees and their retirement, Pensions or Superannuation.
State Super has launched scholarship program with a focus on ESG and Responsible Investment issues. They are able to provide valuable financial support in 2026 to successful applicants through the State Super ESG for Impact Scholarship.
Faculty: Faculty of Business and Law, Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences, Faculty of Science, Medicine and Health, Faculty of the Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities
Study area: Accounting Finance & Economics, Business, Communications & Media, Computer Science & Information Technology, Education, Engineering, Environmental & Biological Science, Health, Humanities & Social Inquiry, Law, Literature & Language, Management, Marketing, Psychology & Human Behaviour, Social Sciences & Advocacy
Student type: Domestic students
Student status: Current student
Scholarship amount
This support could help you begin your post graduate studies or continue with an existing program of research.
There are four $16,000 scholarships available for Masters/Honours students
One $36,000 scholarship for a PhD student
Application process
Email to scholarship@statesuper.nsw.gov.au to register interest now.
Include your name, university and field of study and State Super will let you know if you're eligible and email you an application form to return before 5 December 2025.
Eligibility 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
Application closing date
5 December 2025
Contact information
State Super