Scholarships and Prizes
Important Closing Dates 2012
UC Scholarships
All University of Canberra Semester One Scholarships will close on Census Date Friday 2nd March 2012. Please look through our Semester One Scholarships.
New UC Scholarships 2012
- University of Canberra Arscott House Accommodation Scholarship for Rural and Regional Students
- Andrew F Dennis Rural Scholarship
- Valerie Helson Relocation Scholarship for Cultural Heritage Conservation
- University of Canberra and Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia Scholarship for Bachelor of Accounting Students
- ComSuper Scholarship for ICT
- University of Canberra Cameron Accommodation Scholarship for Rural and Regional Students
- University of Canberra and the ACTAS Sport Science Scholarship Closing 27th January 2012
Scholarships and Prizes Presentation
2011 Country Women's Association Scholarship Presentation
2011 Recipient Carolyn Bye and Lyn Brooks from the CWA
The CWA Scholarship for Nursing is offered to a second or third year student in the Bachelor of Nursing degree at the University of Canberra.
2011 SERAS Internship
SERAS interns from left Brennan McDonald, Bridgette Martin, Emma Friend and Joe Northey, 2011
“Since starting my SERAS internship I have been able to apply my skills and knowledge into the real world. Having been the recipient of the scholarship as an athlete and to now have an internship with SERAS it is testimony to the support SERAS has given me. Being able to apply and practice the skills I’ve gained over a wide variety of sports along with building relationships in the sporting community, it is a great benefit to my university studies and my future career prospects.”
Joe Northey- 2011 Scholarship Recipient
International, Refugee and Migrant Scholarship
Hakim Makem and Dan Rowe, 2011
About Hakim
The International, Refugee and Migrant Scholarship has helped students like Hakim Morwel Marial Makem. Hakim is from Sudan and arrived in Australia in 2003. After settling in New Lambton in NSW he relocated to Canberra to commence a double degree in Social and Community Studies and Social Science in Justice Studies at the University of Canberra. Hakim has found the costs of living difficult and has been living out of his car for some time, he continued to be diligent in his studies while looking for a rental property.
‘I now have a roof over my head, I bought some books and I’m now in a position to find my own accommodation. All of the above would not have been possible with my Centrelink income of $400 a fortnight’ Hakim
Nelson Ojwiya and Dan Rowe, 2011
About Nelson
The International, Refugee and Migrant Scholarship has helped students like Nelson Ojwiya. Nelson arrived in Australia in 2009 from Uganda. He is studying a Bachelor’s Degree in Politics and International Relations. His family is still unemployed and coping with the challenges of resettling in Australia. In relocating to Canberra and beginning his studies university, Nelson simply did not have the necessary support. The scholarship helped relieve the pressure of Nelson’s situation with a small scholarship, allowing him to focus on the regular challenges of study. However, Nelson still struggles with the purchase of text books, a computer, accommodation and transport. This is the case for many facing similar challenges.
‘The most significant aspect of the Scholarship is that it will enable me to concentrate fully on my studies. As an undergraduate student from a refugee background, I am facing a lot of academic challenges which require dedication in terms of time and resources.’ Nelson
Dan Rowe and Gladys Kamale, 2011
About Gladys
The UC Foundation Scholarship Fund for Migrants and Refugees will make a difference to students such as Gladys Kamale.
Gladys is from Kenya and arrived in Australia in 2006. She lost her parents, has a brother still in Kenya and a younger brother who has just finished school living in Canberra. It has always been a dream of Gladys to become a nurse as she wants to help people. While in Kenya she volunteered at the General hospital assisting with children with cancer, and now she volunteers at an aged home in Canberra while studying. Now studying nursing at the University of Canberra, Gladys is working towards her dreams and goals.
‘The mentoring program really helps especially if English is not your first language.’
Michael Bryce Award for Design Excellence
Vice Chancellor Stephen Parker, Chris Hardy and Marco Chan - Michael Bryce Award 2010
The Scholarships and Prizes Office would like to congratulate Marco Chan who was the winner of the first Michael Bryce Award for Design Excellence announced at the Cream exhibition on Friday 3 December at the Gallery of Australian Design(GAD).
The prize is named after His Excellency Michael Bryce AM AE, Patron of the Gallery of Australian Design and is for the top performance by a Graduating Student/s in the design field. Marco won with his eco friendly car design. The exhibition is currently open at the GAD.
For more information please feel free to browse the University of Canberra's 'Monitor' magazine: http://www.canberra.edu.au/monitor/2010/dec/6-cream
Jenny Dunn and Nicole Coombe at the Annual Scholarships and Prizes function 2010
Apply for a Scholarship at the University of Canberra
As a student you could be eligible for a University of Canberra Scholarship. The University has a number of scholarships available to all students, including Postgraduate, Undergraduate, Domestic and International students. Scholarships are available in most disciplines and are supported by community organisations, the Government and the University of Canberra.
- Step 1: Search - via general/specific course/category – and find scholarships that match your circumstances.
- Step 2: Download the forms from our website.
- Step 3: Fill them out and hand them in to the Student Centre with all the accompanying documents requested.
Spend a few minutes to fill in an application, and you could find yourself being awarded a scholarship to assist you with rent, going home to visit your family, buy yourself a laptop or finally get that text book you’ve needed!
If you get stuck, contact the friendly scholarships team as we are happy to help you with any advice.
Best of luck with your studies and we hope to hear from you soon!
Financial Forms
Contact details
Location: Student Centre Enquiry Counter, 1B150
Phone: 1300 301 727
Fax: +61 2 6201 5391
Email: scholarships@canberra.edu.au
Postgraduate Scholarships: http://www.canberra.edu.au/scholarships/postgrad
Scholarships for Degrees by Research
Postgraduate research: Please contact Research Services for any further information.
International students:
International students check out: http://www.canberra.edu.au/scholarships/international
