available for Duration of program (minimum)
Outline
The purpose of the Scholarship is to honour the life and achievements of Vanessa Hardman, a UNSW Law alumna and member of the UNSW UK Foundation Board, and will inspire current and future UNSW Law students to emulate her achievements and embark on a rewarding international career.
Vanessa's fortitude, guts and sheer determination to stay positive despite the vagaries of life should be an inspiration to us all - this scholarship is a fitting memorial to an alumna of UNSW who was a true professional, mentor to her colleagues and who demonstrated to those fortunate to know her that you must live life to the full.
The Scholarship will also provide an additional amount if the student is accepted on a UNSW approved international exchange program in the UK in the final year of study and this will be $2,000.
Eligibility
To be eligible for these scholarships, applicants must:- Be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident (including Humanitarian Visa Holders) or New Zealander Citizen.
- Be commencing full-time study in an undergraduate UNSW dual Law degree program in Term 1, 2027.
Selection
Each applicant will be assessed on their ability to demonstrate:- Academic Merit
- Aptitude and commitment to studies in an area of law, particularly in an international context.
- Leadership skills (school, workplace or community)
- Extra-curricular activities (sporting, cultural activities, volunteer/work experience)
- Commitment to achievement
You must provide evidence supporting the above criteria in your online application. Please refer to the Scholarship Application Supporting Documents for a detailed list of examples.
Unanswered application questions or claims without supporting documentation will not be assessed. Late applications/supporting documentation will not be accepted. Activities/Achievements recorded more than 3 years ago will not be considered in your application assessment
Applications close 11:59PM AEST, 30 September 2026.Please keep in mind that technical support is only available during business hours (until 5pm on 30 September 2026). The Scholarships Office encourages applicants to submit their applications in advance of the closing time where possible.
UNSW reserves the right not to award a scholarship where there is no applicant of sufficient merit, or if the applicant does not meet the scholarship eligibility and/or selection criteria.
