Externally Administered Scholarships 

Details of these awards are posted on the Scholarships Noticeboard in Building 1.

For details on Fulbright Scholarships visit their website.

For details on Teachers Credit Union Scholarships visit their website.

For details on Rural Industry Awards visit their website.

Details on Scholarships available at Australian Universities are available on the JASON website.

2012 Zonta Club of Canberra Breakfast “Jane M Klausman Women in Business” Scholarship

The Zonta Club of Canberra Breakfast is pleased to open applications for this prize. The prize supports women in pursuing undergraduate and Masters degrees in business related management courses to advance the status of women in business and the boardroom. Any woman undertaking a business and/or business related program at a university / college / institute in at least the second year of an undergraduate program through a final year of a Masters program at the time the application is submitted, is eligible to apply. The Club will award $1,000 to the applicant who demonstrates commitment, ambition and initiative in pursuing a career in business, including strong academic results.

Applications must be made on the application form which is available at the Zonta International Scholarship website, and submitted to:

Zonta Club of Canberra Breakfast,
PO Box 408, Woden ACT 2606
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Applications close 15 May 2012
For queries contact Leanne Elliott canberrabreakfast@zontadistrict24.org

Indigenous Youth Leadership Program (IYLP) Tertiary Scholarship 2012

IYLP is funded by the Federal Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR). In 2012, there will be 136 students across Australia on IYLP Tertiary Scholarships. Tertiary scholarship funding ($6,000) can be used towards enrollment and tuition fees, text books and other essential educational costs. With additional funding (up to $1,250) to support leadership development.

Applications for Tertiary scholarships for 2012 are now open. The closing date for applications is Friday 20th January 2012, however applicants should submit their applications as early as possible.

To obtain a scholarship application form please contact MADALAH on the details below.

PO Box 285
Willetton WA 6955
tel: 08 9259 5722
fax: 08 9259 5733
mob: 0417 178 515
email: info@madalah.com.au
web: www.madalah.com.au

2011-2012 Dean's Prestigious Summer Scholarships

Each year the Otago School of Medical Sciences at the University of Otago offers a small number of Dean's Prestigious Summer Scholarships. These scholarships provide a wonderful opportunity for students who are considering postgraduate study.

Applications are now open for the 2011-2012 Dean's Prestigious Summer Scholarships.  These Scholarships are available for a 10-week period between November 2011 and March 2012 for study in one of the departments in the Otago School of Medical Sciences. Further information and an application form is available on our website http://osms.otago.ac.nz/

Australian Geographic Society - Environmental Scholarship

The scholarship scheme is aimed at giving undergraduate students experience in environmental research or restoration during their summer break.

Students who are interested can apply for $6000 and all of the information is available at www.bayerboost.com.au

2011 Clinton Grybas Media Scholarship

Red Dust is please to announce that the 2011 Clinton Grybas Media Scholarship is now open.

Please forward the attached Application and Guidelines onto any Indigenous students you know who is currently studying a media related course.

For any further information or questions about the scholarship please contact Melanie Jones:

1/52 Brunswick Street
Fitzroy, Victoria 3065
Mobile: +61 425 781 469
Email: melanie@reddust.org.au
Website: www.reddust.org.au

myOE UK Travel Scholarships for final year Undergraduate Students

Win a FREE Overseas Experience!

myOE are offering UK Travel Scholarships to undergraduate students from Australian and New Zealand Universities who are due to finish their degree in 2011. One winner from each university will be chosen to attend a ‘Winner’s Weekend’ in Fiji. There will be plenty of fun mixed with some serious competition as the winners represent their universities and battle it out for the ultimate prize - one of three true UK OE's thanks to myOE!

Applications are now open!!!

For further information and to enter visit the myOE Facebook page or www.myoe.com/freeoe

The Prime Minister's Australia Asia Endeavour Awards

The Prime Minister's Australia Asia Endeavour Awards will provide scholarships for the best and brightest university students from Australia and Asia.

They provide the unique opportunity for postgraduates and undergraduates to undertake not only international study and research, but also internships or work placements. The Awards aim to build deep and enduring education and professional linkages between Australia and Asia. They also provide an opportunity for Australian universities and the Australian Government to work in partnership to identify and reward high calibre scholars.

More information on the Prime Minister's Australia Asia Endeavour Awards.

Saver Plus Program

The Smith Family has an innovative program that will give you $1 for every $1 saved up to $500.

Saver Plus has been developed through a partnership between The Smith Family and the ANZ Bank and is based on successful overseas programs that have helped eligible families establish or enhance regular savings habits. This program is also designed to help families put aside money to assist with the cost of education for children.

Saver Plus is open to everyone in the community who meets the qualifying criteria.

If you meet the Saver Plus eligibility criteria, then every $1 you save (up to $500) will be matched with $1 extra. So, if you saved $500 you would be credited with an additional $500 effectively earning 100% on your savings! The money must be used for educational expenses such as computer, uniforms, books,  etc.

You may be eligible to join Saver Plus if you and/or your partner:

• Have a regular income from paid employment and are able to produce the two most recent pay slips, and
• Have a current Health Care Card and /or Pension Card, and
• Are an adult 18 years or over, and either:
  • Have a child/ren attending a government or independent primary or secondary school in 2007 or 2008, or
  • Are attending or returning to vocational education where they will receive an accredited vocational education certificate

In Canberra, the Saver Plus program has limited spaces so if you are interested in this program please call our Saver Plus program coordinator, Brent Beyer on 6283 7606 or email at brent.beyer@smithfamily.com.au

DAAD

The German Academic Exchange Service is one of the world's largest and most respected intermediary organisations in its field. Scores of students, teachers, researchers and scientists supported by the DAAD have been able to gain valuable experience abroad. However, there are also many other sides to the work of the DAAD.

http://www.daad.de/portrait/en/index.html

The 200 and more programmes with which the DAAD pursues the above-detailed objectives range from short-term exchanges for research or teaching purposes through to doctoral scholarships lasting several years for graduates from developing countries, from information visits by delegations of foreign university vice chancellors through to the long-term regional programmes conceived to establish efficient higher education systems in the Third World.

Further information

http://www.daad.de/deutschland/foerderung/ausschreibungen/06301.en.html

http://www.daad.de/deutschland/foerderung/ausschreibungen/06292.en.html

Closing dates for applications vary. Check the website for further information.

A Start in Life

We are a dynamic, registered Australian charity that for over 87 years has been helping to change the future of young Australians, regardless of race, colour or creed who are victims of family financial crisis and/or tragedy. We ensure our young Australians receive the financial and emotional support and the equal opportunity they need for a well-rounded education. 

Compass Youth Education Program is run by the charity and provides an education gift program assisting students from pre-school right through to tertiary qualification. The Program provides for the education essentials – fees, textbooks, stationery, uniforms and necessary dental, optical, tuition – also ensuring each student has the necessary technology to complete their school and university work. Compass Youth Education is about shaping good citizens and leveling the playing field for struggling young Australians.

Further Information and Applications may be downloaded from our website www.astartinlife.org.au.