Postgraduate nursing and midwifery scholarships

Postgraduate scholarship applications are open from 16 February 2026 until 31 March 2026.

About the scholarships

Scholarships of up to $10,000 are offered to registered nurses and midwives who are studying a postgraduate course.

The scholarships help with course costs directly associated with postgraduate study. They are open to those working in full- or part-time positions in NSW Health. Casual employees may also be eligible.

The amount of the scholarship is based on the postgraduate qualification that you're studying. Applicants enrolled in full fee-paying programs of study can be awarded:

Graduate Certificate: up to $6,000
Graduate Diploma: up to $8,000
Masters Program: up to $10,000

Applicants with a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) can be awarded:

Graduate Certificate: up to $3,000
Graduate Diploma: up to $4,000
Masters Program: up to $5,000

The above-mentioned amounts are the maximum amount that may be awarded and is dependent on any other scholarships or subsidies awarded for the same program of study.

The actual value of the scholarship awarded is calculated according to the cost of the study program only. Any other associated costs are not included.

- Applications open 16 February 2026
- Applications close 31 March 2026
- Applications reviewed April 2026
- Notify successful applicants 24 April 2026
- Applicants accept/decline offer by 1 May 2026
- Notify unsuccessful applicants 1 May 2026
- First payment made by 30 June 2026
To apply for a Postgraduate Scholarship applicants must:
- Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident of Australia.
- Be employed as a registered nurse or midwife by a NSW Health organisation and working in a nursing or midwifery role on a full-time, part-time, or casual basis (provided the applicant works an average of at least 2 shifts per week).
- NSW Health statewide services
- Local health districts and specialty health networks
- Have evidence of enrolment with an Australian higher education provider in a relevant postgraduate program of study, leading to a qualification at Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Masters level. Applicants must commence study by 1 June 2026 to be considered eligible in 2026. Applicants commencing study after this date should apply in 2027.
- Not be in receipt of a scholarship from the Nursing and Midwifery Office in the last 3 years.
Please read the Guidelines and Conditions and Quick Guide for Applicants before applying for the scholarship.
Complete the Online Application Form.
Applicants will be prompted to provide initial and valid evidence of enrolment into a relevant Australian postgraduate nursing or midwifery program of study at the time of submitting their application. Note: successful applicants must confirm finalised enrolment after the university census date to receive a scholarship.
Applicants will be prompted to download a Proof of Employment form to be completed by their employer and submitted with their application.
If undertaking postgraduate study leading to initial registration as a midwife, applicants must show proof of employment into a recognised midwifery student position before 1 June 2026 in a public maternity service.
Applicants must submit their application by 31 March 2026. Late applications will not be accepted.