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As well as the various scholarships open to all students QUT offers a variety of scholarships for Indigenous students. By clicking on the names of the scholarships below you will be taken to the appropriate section of this website.
Commencing StudentsOodgeroo Noonuccal Undergraduate Scholarship Program IBA Scholarship Fund 2010Indigenous Business Australia (IBA) is opening its first main round of the IBA Scholarship Fund in August 2009, which will close end of September 2009. This round would be suitable for applicants who wish to commence study in early 2010. IBA is an Australian Government Statutory Authority with a charter to advance the commercial and economic interests of Indigenous Australians. Its vision is for a nation in which the First Australians are economically independent and an integral part of the economy. The IBA Scholarship Fund aims to contribute to economic development in Indigenous communities by providing opportunities for mature age Indigenous Australians to develop their financial knowledge and skills through education. The fund is focused on mature age Indigenous Australians to use the skills and knowledge gained from study to enrich the economic and financial development of their community. Course Type
The qualification can be gained through;
Applications for full time, rather than part time study are preferred. Eligibility
Financial Assistance The Scholarship provides tailored financial assistance to successful recipients to undertake their chosen course at their preferred institution. Financial assistance is for the course duration and will not exceed four years. IBA intends to provide scholarship opportunities to applicants who experience financial barriers to undertake study. The Scholarship can offer comprehensive financial support for successful applicants who many need to study away from their home. IBA Scholarship assistance could include: Study assistance
Living away from home assistance
Further Information From August application forms, guidelines, scholarship round dates and further information will be available at www.iba.gov.au. If you have any queries about the IBA Scholarship Fund please direct your enquiries to scholarships@iba.gov.au. EducationPearl Duncan Teaching Scholarships HealthPuggy Hunter Memorial Scholarship Scheme School of Psychology and Counselling Undergraduate Scholarship for Indigenous Students Clinical Psychology ScholarshipThe Australian Psychological Society (APS) is administering scholarships funded by the Department of Health and Ageing for part-time and full-time students currently undertaking or applying to undertake an APAC-accredited Masters or Professional Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2010. Scholarships are valued at $15,000 per annum for full-time students and $7,500 per annum for part-time students. To be eligible, applicants must meet at least one of the following:
Only applicants that meet at least one of these criteria will be considered. Scholarships will be awarded based on academic performance, referee reports, relevant professional experience, and degree of strength of evidence for the relevant criteria. The MHPSS: CP will make a significant impact on the number of Clinical Psychologists working in these areas of need. The application kits will be available to download on the APS website in late September/early October. For further enquiries, please contact MHPSS@psychology.org.au or toll free 1800 703 883. Applications close 23 October 2009. Information TechnologyIndigenous Undergraduate Financial Support Continuing StudentsIBA Scholarship Fund 2010Indigenous Business Australia (IBA) is opening its first main round of the IBA Scholarship Fund in August 2009, which will close end of September 2009. This round would be suitable for applicants who wish to commence study in early 2010. IBA is an Australian Government Statutory Authority with a charter to advance the commercial and economic interests of Indigenous Australians. Its vision is for a nation in which the First Australians are economically independent and an integral part of the economy. The IBA Scholarship Fund aims to contribute to economic development in Indigenous communities by providing opportunities for mature age Indigenous Australians to develop their financial knowledge and skills through education. The fund is focused on mature age Indigenous Australians to use the skills and knowledge gained from study to enrich the economic and financial development of their community. Course Type
The qualification can be gained through;
Applications for full time, rather than part time study are preferred. Eligibility
Financial Assistance The Scholarship provides tailored financial assistance to successful recipients to undertake their chosen course at their preferred institution. Financial assistance is for the course duration and will not exceed four years. IBA intends to provide scholarship opportunities to applicants who experience financial barriers to undertake study. The Scholarship can offer comprehensive financial support for successful applicants who many need to study away from their home. IBA Scholarship assistance could include: Study assistance
Living away from home assistance
Further Information From August application forms, guidelines, scholarship round dates and further information will be available at www.iba.gov.au. If you have any queries about the IBA Scholarship Fund please direct your enquiries to scholarships@iba.gov.au. EducationPaperbark Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Scholarship HealthPuggy Hunter Memorial Scholarship Scheme Clinical Psychology ScholarshipThe Australian Psychological Society (APS) is administering scholarships funded by the Department of Health and Ageing for part-time and full-time students currently undertaking or applying to undertake an APAC-accredited Masters or Professional Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2010. Scholarships are valued at $15,000 per annum for full-time students and $7,500 per annum for part-time students. To be eligible, applicants must meet at least one of the following:
Only applicants that meet at least one of these criteria will be considered. Scholarships will be awarded based on academic performance, referee reports, relevant professional experience, and degree of strength of evidence for the relevant criteria. The MHPSS: CP will make a significant impact on the number of Clinical Psychologists working in these areas of need. The application kits will be available to download on the APS website in late September/early October. For further enquiries, please contact MHPSS@psychology.org.au or toll free 1800 703 883. Applications close 23 October 2009. Postgraduate StudentsOodgeroo Noonucal Honours Scholarship Program Creative IndustriesCreative Industries Faculty Indigenous Scholarship EducationPenny Tripcony Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Scholarship Information TechnologyHow to apply for scholarshipsYou can apply for as many scholarships for which you are eligible. You will be awarded one scholarship, to which you are most appropriately suited. Before applying, read the application form carefully to ensure that you include all necessary information and documentation, and are aware of the closing and notification dates. Oodgeroo UnitThe Oodgeroo Unit has a major responsibility and commitment to developing better access to university education for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, so that more have opportunities to participate in higher levels of education. If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander you may also be eligible for admission assistance in the form of bonus OPs/ranks. For further information on the Oodgeroo Unit or admission assistance visit the Oodgeroo website. |