International Geological Congress travel grant scheme

Status

The call for applications is currently open

Closing date

September 30 2025 - 5:00 PM AEST

An initiative of the Australian Geoscience Council and the Australian Academy of Science.

Specific funding is available to provide Australian and New Zealand geoscientists in the early stages of their careers with opportunities to travel internationally to further their careers as geoscientists by, for example, undertaking field work in appropriate areas, visiting and working with appropriate international experts, inspecting appropriate mines or other geoscientific features such as type localities, contributing to, as distinct from passively attending, professionally-organised geoscientific conferences or conventions, etc. Some history of volunteer contributions to the AGC or its member organisations will be viewed positively by the selection panel. This grant is not for domestic travel. Read about previously awarded Travel Grants on the AGC website.

Value

The anticipated value of each grant will be up to $5000 and is intended to cover all or part of the cost of the proposed travel (including travel expenses, conference registration, and related meals and accommodation).

Location

The travel destination is not critical, but should be one of recognised value for developing the applicant’s career in geoscience and one where the participant’s personal safety will not be at risk.

Eligibility Criteria

The Scheme is open to practicing geoscientists resident in Australia or New Zealand who hold a degree in geoscience (or equivalent). Those eligible to receive grants under the Scheme should generally be no older than 35 years, or within 10 years of receiving a PhD or commencing industry/government employment. Career interruptions, for example parental leave, will be taken into account. In order to demonstrate a commitment to the geoscience discipline and to reinforce the credentials of the applicant, applicants are required to have been a member of a geoscience society affiliated with the Australian Geoscience Council for at least 12 months.

Application process

Applications are now open, closing on September 30th 2025. Click the Apply button on this page to be taken to the AGC website and the application form. Successful applicants will be notified prior to the end of the year following the September deadline. Applications with special circumstances may be considered at other times. Due to the limited funds available, not all applications can be approved. Preference will be given to those adding the most professional development value to their trip e.g. by presenting papers, giving talks to local Geoscience technical gatherings, engaging with local researchers to expand your research, field trips etc.  The selection panel may approve the full amount sought by an applicant, or may negotiate with the candidate to award a lesser amount.

Queries should be addressed to secretary@agc.org.au.

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