Prizes for Australian science educators
The Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science - Science Teaching PrizesLast Updated: 26 April 2022
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The Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science - Science Teaching Prizes
What you get?
There are 2 science teaching Prizes. Winners get $50,000 prize money, a medallion, lapel pin and an award certificate.
Who is this for?
Registered primary or secondary school teachers in science, mathematics or technology.
Overview
The Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science are Australia’s most prestigious and highly regarded awards for outstanding achievements in:
- scientific research
- research-based innovation
- excellence in science teaching
The prizes will award up to $750,000 in total each year. Information on the prizes for scientists and innovators is on our Science Prizes page.
The Science Teaching Prizes recognise Australian science educators for excellence in science teaching. We welcome nominations of diverse candidates and those from a range of backgrounds and geographical regions.
There are 2 science teaching prizes:
- Prime Minister’s Prize for Excellence in Science Teaching in Primary Schools ($50,000)
- Prime Minister’s Prize for Excellence in Science Teaching in Secondary Schools ($50,000)
Eligibility
To be eligible for a science teaching prize a nominee must:
- be an Australian citizen or permanent resident of Australia
- have undertaken their teaching achievement for which they are nominated, in Australia
- not be self-nominated
- be a full-time or part-time teacher at a primary or secondary school listed on the Australian Schools List
- be active in teaching science, mathematics or technology in the classroom at the time of their nomination
Nominees do not need to be a member of a professional association or have received any prior award to be eligible.
For more information on eligibility criteria, including for nominees, nominators and supporters refer to section 4 of the Science Teaching Prizes grant opportunity guidelines.
Nominating someone who has been nominated before
Applying
The Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science – Science Teaching Prizes is closed for Stage 1 nominations. Nominations that are selected to proceed to Stage 2 will be notified by the Department.
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Inspiring Australia – Science Engagement Programme
The Prime Minister's Prizes for Science is part of the Inspiring Australia – Science Engagement Programme. This aims to:
- engage the wider Australian community with the sciences, including through major activities and events like National Science Week
- support public recognition, national awareness and pride in our best scientists and innovators
- effectively communicate key science issues, between scientists, the general public and Australian decision makers in business and government
- build skills and capability in STEM and digital literacy, in Australian schools and communities