Undergraduate projects

Looking to dive into the world of catalysis? Explore undergraduate projects at PartCat. Engage in cutting-edge research and work alongside leading academics. 

 

We have several projects available for the suitable candidate who are interested to work in the area of catalysis for solar energy conversion and utilisation, and also CO2 capture and utilisation, please get in touch with relevant academics based on your research interest or alternatively send your email  accompanied with CV and Academic Transcript to mandalena@unsw.edu.au. Our existing and past projects are listed below.

Isabella Bustos won ToR Best Poster Prize

We have a range of projects in the area of catalysis for clean energy application suitable for UG and Master by Coursework Thesis student. Please reach out to relevant academics prior to sign up in Moodle.

The Taste of Research program allows undergraduate students to work with a research group to get real hands-on experience of research. 

Participating second and third-year students work on a 60-day project with an academic research team in UNSW Engineering. Students receive an allowance of approximately AUD 6,000 (tax-exempt) for participating in the program. 

For full information go to: https://www.unsw.edu.au/engineering/student-life/undergraduate-research-opportunities/taste-research

Applications open for T2/T3 2026 round from 30 March to 24 April 2026. Deadline for submission of application: 11.55pm, 24 April 2026.

 

Eligibility 

The program is open to second (high-achiever) and third-year students enrolled in a full-time undergraduate program in Australia or New Zealand. 

Benefits 

Students receive AUD 6,000 for a 60 day project (tax exempt). If the project involves industry engagement, candidates may be eligible to apply to have time spent on the project to count towards their industrial training requirements (up to 30 days).

Selection 

Each applicant will be assessed based on academic merit, interest in undertaking research activities, and intended career plans. Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend an interview before being made an offer. 

How to apply 

  1. Information on all available research topics and supervisory teams will be available on Taste of Research Listings page 
  2. Contact and discuss the Taste of Research project and interests with potential supervisor(s). 
  3. In conjunction with potential supervisor(s), formulate a project plan that includes the following:
  • Project Title. 
  • Project Description—what research will you undertake?
  • Suitability of Applicant for this project—what skills and previous experience do you bring to the project?
  • Project timeline that clearly identifies the 60 days (full-time equivalent) that the candidate will commit to the project and the tasks that are expected to be undertaken over this period.
  • Deliverables (Note that all candidates must submit a poster explaining their project at the end of 60 days).
  • Please download the Research Project Plan template here.

PartCat have the following ToR projects available right now.