The Prime Minister's Prizes for Science – Science Teaching Prizes

Overview

The Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science is an element of the Inspiring Australia - Science Engagement Programme. The prizes will award up to $750,000 each year for outstanding achievements in science, research-based innovation and excellence in science teaching. The prizes are Australia’s most prestigious and highly regarded awards for outstanding achievements in scientific research, research-based innovation and excellence in Science Teaching Prizes. The Science Teaching Prizes recognise Australian science educators for excellence in science teaching. We welcome nominations of diverse candidates and those from a different range of backgrounds and geographical regions.  There are two 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). Each prize recipient receives a medallion, lapel pin, prize money as described above and an award certificate.