Kiaw Lim Memorial Award

Study level
Undergraduate
Enrolment status
Current student
University Trust Record
Other
Award type
Scholarship
Number of scholarships awarded
1

About

The Kiaw Lim Memorial Award supports domestic students undertaking either Chinese or Indonesian language or cultural studies.

Applications open

14 September 2026

Applications close

26 October 2026

Benefits

Up to $10,000 is available and a living allowance of approximately $5,000 per year will be paid in instalments for the remaining standard full-time duration of your course (two years).

Eligibility

To be eligible for this scholarship, you must:

  • be commencing the second year of the Bachelor of Arts degree; and,
  • studying either Chinese language or cultural studies and/or Indonesian language or cultural studies.

Selection criteria

The scholarship will be awarded to the applicant who makes the most compelling case for support by demonstrating:

  • the strongest academic track record;
  • dedication to success in Chinese or Indonesian language of cultural studies; and,
  • the skills, experience and aptitude required to carry out the proposed project as evidenced by the application.

Conditions

Recipients are required to:

  • accept the award online within 21 days; and,
  • provide a short report at the end of each calendar year and at the end of your scholarship activities.

Outcome

Applicants are advised of the outcome via email within 8-10 weeks.

Application process

Eligible applicants must complete the online application form, including:

  • a 500 word statement outlining how the scholarship would benefit your Chinese or Indonesian language or cultural studies, and how you can demonstrate a track record of academic excellence and your commitment to academic success;
  • at least one academic reference;
  • a current statement of results; and,
  • any other information to support the application that may assist the committee in making its decision.

Apply

Enquiries

artsawards-info@unimelb.edu.au

About the donors

The Kiaw Lim Memorial Award is supported by a gift from Muan, Ailin and Yuhan Lim to honour their wife and mother, Kiaw.

The information listed here is subject to change without notice. Information describing the number and value of scholarships awarded is indicative.