Overview

Through the Student Experience Innovation Grants program, students in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences have the opportunity to access up to $2,500 of funding and partner with student leaders and university staff to make their project idea a reality. 

You will get the opportunity to:

• Make a significant and meaningful impact on students in our community.
• Gain practical experience applying the skills and knowledge you have learnt in your degree to a real-world project.
• Receive mentoring and training with university staff to develop your project design, project implementation, marketing and communications, data analysis and reporting skills.
• Build your resume and leadership skills and be considered for additional recognition through the Student Awards.

In previous years, the Student Experience Innovation Grants program funded and developed student-led projects like World Cup Night, Law Reform Project, Language Buddies, the Therapaws: Dog therapy program, Sculpture by the Sea Coastal Walk, Australian Sporting Experience, World Mental Health Festival, Taronga Zoo Safari and more.The selection of the grant recipients will be undertaken by a Student Experience Innovation Grants Committee, comprised of nominated University of Sydney staff and student members.

2024 grants have been awarded to five projects. Log in to Canvas to see the finalists and participate in the Student Experiences in Semester 2, 2024.

How to apply

2025 Student Experience Innovation Grant applications will open early Semester 1, 2025.

The Student Experience Innovation Grants page will have detailed Grant application guidelines. The guidelines provide information on the program including eligibility, project ideas, timeline and commitments, assessment criteria, terms and conditions and more.

You can submit an Expression of Interest to get feedback on your idea before you apply, or go ahead and submit your application and Project Proposal.

Who runs the program

The Student Experience Innovation Grants program is an initiative of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences Student Affairs and Engagement team.

The Student Affairs and Engagement team is dedicated to developing your academic, professional and personal success throughout your studies in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. We offer tailored programs, activities and resources to build your skills and experience, develop your career, offer you advice and connect you with other students and staff in our community. 

You can contact us at fass.studentaffairsandengagement@sydney.edu.au or follow us on Facebook.