Peter Waite Centenary Scholarship for Excellence in Agriculture

The Peter Waite Centenary Scholarship for Excellence in Agriculture is a research-based Scholarship aimed to support an outstanding future leader in agriculture through their PhD studies primarily in the areas of agriculture, food or wine science.

Providing $30,000 per annum to support living, educational, research and travel costs, the Peter Waite Scholarship for Excellence in Agriculture is aimed at attracting and retaining the brightest young leaders of tomorrow that will pave the way for further innovation in the agricultural industry. A scholarship of national and international standing, the Peter Waite Scholarship for Excellence in Agriculture enables the successful candidates to undertake their innovative research project at the Waite Campus, alongside some of the world’s leading agricultural researchers.

While rewarding academic excellence, the Scholarship also recognises and fosters those outstanding young people who have contributed to their community outside of academic areas and have the ability to provide leadership in the agricultural industry, nationally or internationally.

Celebrating 100 years

Following the passing of Peter and Matilda Waite in 1922, their Urrbrae property, which they bequeathed to the University of Adelaide for scientific studies specifically related to agriculture, was handed to the University. The Waite Agricultural Research Institute was then established in 1924.

Now in 2024, in its 100th year, the Waite Campus continues to be home to one of the largest concentrations of agricultural and wine research and teaching expertise in the southern hemisphere. An exclusive black-tie, stand-up cocktail affair, the Waite 100 Gala, featuring food by celebrity chef Matt Moran and supported by East End Cellars, will celebrate 100 years of the enduring Waite gift.