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Tyree Global Leadership Program

A scholarship to support high achieving women in Engineering. Applications are now open for 2026. 

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Tyree Global Leadership Program

Global leadership program

A women in Engineering scholarship program

Gain leadership skills, connect with engineering professionals, and boost your confidence through the unique Tyree Global Leadership Program (TGLP) experience.

Ten scholarships will be awarded to successful applicants who demonstrate high academic achievement and leadership qualities. Over the course of one year* scholarship recipients will participate in the exclusive TGLP, which aims to:

  • develop participant leadership skills such as confidence, communication and teamwork
  • provide global opportunities to enhance skills development
  • connect participants to a community of engineering professionals.

*Participants can take part in local and overseas learning experiences over fifteen months, to a total value of $15,000 per participant.

Please read the following information and our FAQ section before submitting your application. 
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2026 applications close Saturday, 28 February 2026.

Program structure

Program components over 15 months:
Leadership development

Developing foundational leadership skills via a bespoke Leadership Foundations stream. 

Career development coaching

Tailored career coaching with guidance on designing your program experience and selecting relevant subsidised professional workshops.

Professional portfolio

Building a portfolio of experiences that showcases your journey as an emerging leader in engineering.

Mentorship and community

A bespoke Career Discovery Mentoring stream with access to a community of women in engineering champions.

Practical experience

Accessing a subsidised CDEV global leadership or global WIL experience of your choice. 

Personalised program journey

Access professional development that is relevant to you. We will help customise your program journey to fit your needs and aspirations. 

Application timeline - Term 1 2026:

  • 5 February: Applications open
  • 9 February to 4 March: Standby for phase two component
  • 4 March: Applications close
  • 6 March: Progress to round two release
  • 3 to 6 March: If successful, time to complete phase two testing
  • 10 to 13 March: Offers for interview day
  • 23 to 29 March: Interview day - to be determined with candidates
  • 1 April: Results released

2026/2027 Tyree Global Leadership Program indicative timeline

  • Program commencement and career discovery sessions (compulsory)

    • 25 May to 29 May
      • Welcome morning event: Meet the facilitators and the TGLP cohort.
      • Availability to book a Career Explorer Program (CEP) coaching program. The CEP is a chance for you to explore your values and motivations and how these relate to your career goals. 
    •  1 June to 30 June
    • 7 July to 9 July
      • SMART Goals workshop 
      • Values, Strengths and Purpose workshop
    • 17 August to 11 September (Term 2C)
    • September
      • Communicate with impact session
    • October
      • Select from a range of professional development opportunities, as offered by Engineers Australia.

  • Option to undertake an overseas experience on scholarship - an intense summer course or program. This may include our Global Practice of Work opportunities or a self-organised opportunity supported by program coordinators. 

    Please note: Available UNSW CDEV summer opportunities are confirmed in August.
    • March (TBC)
      • Women in Engineering professionals meet up brunch.
    • March to April
      • Career Discover Mentoring Program (Engineering-focused): Gain greater self-awareness of skills and access expert guidance from industry professionals. Meetings to be determined between mentor and mentee.
      • Select from a range of professional development opportunities, as offered by Engineers Australia.

  • Option to undertake an overseas CDEV experience on scholarship (Term 2C), as an alternative to summer 2026/2027. One scholarship funded CDEV program is on offer for each student in the cohort. See our previous Global Practice of Work opportunities here.

    Please note: The locations for our courses can change and there may be new opportunities in 2026/2027.
    • O Week
      • TGLP closing event to be scheduled during O-Week. 
      • The event includes program reflections, next steps, feedback, and ‘how to leverage your scholarship experience’.
Please note: The schedule above is subject to changes; however, the timeline is a good indication of key dates.

Frequently asked questions

  • To be eligible to apply students must:

    • Be an undergraduate female student studying an engineering degree (including dual programs)
    • Have a WAM of 75 or above
    • Have completed a minimum of 48 UOC
    • Be available to complete the program prior to commencing honours.

  • There is a three-step recruitment process.

    A. Written application

    Applicants must submit the following:

    1. An up-to-date resume. We recommend using Resumer Checker before uploading your resume. 
    2. A short answer within the application form outlining why you are interested in the Tyree Global Leadership Program, your career goals, and any challenges you have faced in pursuing a career in engineering.  
    3. Written response to our selection criteria, answering four questions to a maximum of two pages. Our Resources page provides resume and selection criteria tips. 
    4. A copy of your academic statement. You may submit your academic statement from myUNSW; an official transcript is not required.  

    Should you successfully progress through the first-round assessment process, the second phase involves a short psychometric test and an in-person interview. Further details and instructions will be provided to second round candidates in the week commencing 3 March. The second round includes: 

    B. Psychometric testing

    Candidates are sent electronic invitations to a situational reasoning test with a focus on leadership attributes. The test should not take more than 15-20 minutes, however ample time is given to complete the test.  

    C. A panel interview

    A panel interview will be conducted between 23-29 March 2026. 

    Required Adjustments

    We're committed to creating an environment that works for everyone. If you have any specific needs to help you to fill out this application and to proceed through the recruitment process, we're here to help you adjust. Adjustments might include things like offering extra time, ensuring our application form is accessible, or providing materials in alternative forms. If there is anything we can do to support you, please let us know by emailing employability@unsw.edu.au.  

  • The Global Leadership Program has been designed with the student workload in mind. Learning experiences have been scheduled in pre-term periods and should complement and enhance your study program. Each term has scheduled activities from five hours to a maximum of 20 hours, the majority of which are scheduled pre-term (O-Week). 

    The program also offers one funded overseas program opportunity per participating student (for credit). Please see the program timelines for more programming information. 

  • Yes. While some aspects of the program will be compulsory for all students, other aspects will provide options that will allow you to personalise the program to suit interests, goals and availability. Please refer to the program timeline to see the compulsory and flexible activities. 

  • No. Students awarded entry into the program will be granted access to special training and experiences that the scholarship is designed to fund. Depending on the specific experiences you choose, UNSW Employability may fund the experience for you using your allocated scholarship or transfer a portion of the scholarship to you for use towards a specific experience in the program.

  • Please contact employability@unsw.edu.au.