NTEU Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Scholarship

The NTEU Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Scholarship was established to support and encourage Undergraduate Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander students who demonstrate a commitment to community, across the various different stages of their degree.

Provider:
National Tertiary Education Union Murdoch Branch
No. of Scholarships:
3
Duration of Award:
1 year
Level of study:
  • Undergraduate
  • Honours
Semester Availability:
  • Semester 1

Eligibility

To be eligible for this scholarship you must: 

  • be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander student
  • fall into at least one of the student categories below:
    • be enrolled in a first year undergraduate course at any Murdoch University campus
    • be enrolled in a final year/honours at any Murdoch University campus
    • be a student living or studying in a regional / remote area while enrolled in a course at Murdoch University campus. 
  • demonstrate a history of community engagement
  • can be a part-time or full-time student

How to Apply

This scholarship is currently not accepting applications.

If you have any questions regarding the application process, please email scholarships@murdoch.edu.au.


Required Documents

This scholarship requires you to provide the following documents:

- a personal statement of no more than one A4 page outlining

  • why you are interested in studying your chosen discipline
  • how the scholarship will benefit and assist you to achieve your personal goals
  • your academic success and planned career pathway

- reference/s from people or organisations suitable to comment on your community engagement and activity. 

Payment Method

Payments will be made directly into your nominated bank account in the following instalments:

  • $2,600 in week 7 or 8 of the semester you are awarded.
  • $2,600 in week 7 or 8 of the consecutive second semester.

All payments are subject to your ongoing acceptance and compliance with the terms and conditions of the award.