Tranche Scholarship

The Tranche Scholarship supports emerging leaders in the Australian wine and hospitality industry. Created by Michael Hill Smith AM MW and his family, the annual scholarship helps individuals develop their professional careers by supporting international and domestic travel opportunities.

The Tranche Scholarship is an annual award of approximately $15,000 AUD awarded to emerging Australian wine and hospitality talent.

Applications open July 1, and close August 1.

What can recipients spend the scholarship on?

The intention of the award is to enable recipients to develop their skills and interests both domestically and abroad. Depending on the recipient, the scholarship could be spent on educational travel and development opportunities that complement their interests, such as:

Travel and accommodation to Europe for vintage and/or producer visits.

Travel and accommodation in London to support work experience in leading restaurants.

In addition to the financial contribution to the travel, The Tranche Directors and Advisors will assist scholars, where possible, in securing appointments, visits and meetings during their travel.

What can’t recipients spend the scholarship on?

The scholarship is for educational travel and is not intended to be used for educational fees such as WSET or the Master of Wine Programme.

Who can apply?

We are looking for applicants who are bright, engaging, enthusiastic and talented individuals with a clear vision for their future. Age is not a barrier, although it is intended for those in the earlier stages of their career.

What is expected of scholars following the completion of their travel?

The scholar is required to submit a report following the competition of their trip. It is also an expectation that scholars act as future ambassadors for the Tranche Scholarship. The travel must be undertaken within the following calendar year.