Nine QUT students have been awarded a prestigious Westpac Young Technologists Scholarship for 2026, a program designed to empower high school graduates to explore technology’s potential for good.
The scholars will receive up to three years of financial support for their studies, networking opportunities, mentoring programs and paid internships with senior business leaders and industry-based experts, as well as the chance to develop critical soft skills through the Disruptive Leaders Program.
The program includes five days in Asia as part of an international learning experience to broaden minds and inspire new ways of thinking.
QUT is one of only five universities nationally, and the only Queensland university, to offer this scholarship, valued up to $20,000.
Professor Mark Harvey, QUT Deputy Vice-Chancellor International and Vice-President (Business Development), said the scholarships would give these students a powerful platform to accelerate their ambitions.
“This scholarship opens doors to experiences that simply can’t be replicated in a classroom. These students will gain global perspectives, build lifelong networks and develop the confidence to lead technological innovation that benefits communities here in Australia and beyond,” Professor Harvey said.
Applications for 2027 scholarships open in late 2026. Prospective students can register their interest to receive updates about application open days and Westpac Scholars’ news.
QUT Westpac Young Technologists Scholars
Fynn Witkowski
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) / Bachelor of Information Technology
To me this scholarship is a super exciting opportunity to spread my wings in the world I get to meet new people and learn new skills, and I can't wait to contribute to the latest innovations in technology that will improve our world!
Janice Judge
Bachelor of Design / Bachelor of Information Technology
I am extremely grateful and excited to join such an open-minded and innovative community, and I look forward to contributing to and learning from the incredible people within this program and the W100 Network.
Sol Hennessy
Bachelor of Information Technology
The Westpac Young Technologist Scholarship is an amazing opportunity for me to realise my passions in technology; I especially can't wait to meet other creative and innovative scholars.
Sean Gamba
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) / Bachelor of Information Technology
Receiving this opportunity is incredibly meaningful to me, and Im excited to learn from a community of driven people while working towards using technology to create a safer and stronger future for Australia.
Abbey Johnson
Bachelor of Creative Industries / Bachelor of Information Technology
Becoming a Westpac Young Technologist Scholar allows me to achieve things that weren't possible before and receive valuable collaboration from a massive range of like-minded scholars. I'm so excited for this opportunity!
Ash Tayler
Bachelor of Information Technology / Master of Data Science
To me, this scholarship represents an opportunity not only to further my education, but also to grow as a leader and use my skills to contribute meaningfully to the communities around me.
Kate Musgrave
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) / Bachelor of Information Technology
Receiving this scholarship is incredibly motivating to pursue my passion of technology and I am excited to learn from like-minded people and develop my skills to contribute to the future of technology.
Mostafa Ahmed
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) / Bachelor of Information Technology
Receiving this scholarship makes me feel emboldened to continue my pursuits in STEM and to study harder, knowing I have the support of a whole community of innovators and learning behind me.
Dom Crompton
Bachelor of Information Technology
I'm eager to help build a more digitally secure Australia with the help of this scholarship and network.
Main image (from left to right): Ash Tayler, Fynn Witowski, Kate Musgrave, Dominic Crompton, Janice Judge, Abbey Johnson, Sean Gamba, Sol Hennessy
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