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Every year Study NSW co-funds projects that are delivered in partnership with industry.
Applications for Partner Project grants have now closed and will open again in March 2021.
Study NSW accepts applications from education providers and organisations that have a focus on international education.
We encourage partnership applications from a consortium of providers and/or organisations to ensure benefits reach a broad range of international students.
Funds of up to $110,000 (incl. GST) per project are available for 2020-21. All funds must be matched by industry contribution, including through in-kind contributions.
Partner projects should be strategic, innovative, benefit the international education sector and address gaps not currently being addressed by the sector.
Between 2014 and 2020, Study NSW has invested $2.1 million across 53 partner projects and attracted $7.9 million in industry contributions.
Key dates
March 2021 - Applications open
June 2021 - Applications close
November 2021 - New projects announced
November 2021 to August 2022 - Projects delivered
Current Partner Projects for 2020-21
Teams of international students will help NSW businesses, startups and not-for-profit partners analyse market changes and identify opportunities to innovate or pivot to recover from COVID-19.
NSW Treasury’s Jennifer West, Deputy Secretary, Trade said Partner Project grants from Study NSW would provide more than $300,000 funding to help ensure the future of international education in NSW.
“International education remains one of the State’s biggest exports, sustaining thousands of jobs across NSW,” Ms West said.
These grants are part of a range of measures supporting over 141,000 international students currently in the State. They will also assist the international educator sector manage impacts from COVID-19.”
“They are part of what makes NSW the premier study destination in Australia, helping international students pursue opportunities inside and outside the classroom, from the time they arrive until graduation and beyond.
“Through this program, students team up with universities and colleges, sporting organisations, educational start-ups, entrepreneurship programs, and local and State government including the NSW Police Force. This will help build their employability skills, network and thrive while they complete their studies in NSW.”
Practera
$80,000 for teams of international students to analyse market changes and opportunities for innovation for NSW businesses, startups and not-for-profits.
Sydney Institute of Business and Technology
$50,000 to deliver Farm Jobs Connect, linking international students with part-time harvest work in the Hunter and the Central West.
Haymarket HQ
$46,000 for a virtual entrepreneurship program supporting international students to create startups.
Outcome.Life
$44,000 to connect small and medium enterprises across NSW with international student talent for mutual benefit.
Western Sydney University
$38,390 for INTERCHANGE, a 4-week fast-paced Work Integrated Learning program where international students work on real world social problems.
Sydney Football Club
$31,916 for Learn, Earn & Thrive to educate and integrate international students using the universal language of football.
UNSW Sydney
$21,376 to combat scams targeting international students through collaboration between international students, NSW Police Force and leading academics.
Australian International Sports Organisation
$19,850 to foster international student community integration and employability through sport.
Get involved
Our partners are currently in the planning stages of their projects.
Details on how international students can get involved will be shared through the Study NSW mailing list and promoted through the Study NSW Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and WeChat.
If you have questions regarding a particular project, please email study.nsw@treasury.nsw.gov.au
Partner Projects Application Guides
Study NSW has prepared application guidelines for education providers and other organisations interested in applying for a grant under the Partner Projects scheme. The guidelines contain information on key dates, assessment criteria and process, administration and reporting requirements.
Partner Projects Application Form
Study NSW has prepared an application form for education providers and other organisations interested in applying for a grant under the Partner Projects scheme. Applicants will need to submit details on their project overview, benefits, partners, budget, plan and compliance information.
