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Marion Macaulay Bequest Master of Teaching Scholarships

Miss Marion Macaulay by her will bequeathed her estate to the University of Sydney to be applied for the purposes of the University in the area of Humanities. Miss Macaulay was a graduate of the University in both Arts and Education and spent many years in the teaching profession and was closely associated with women's and educational professional associations. The bequest was established in 1995.

Applicants will be assessed on their entry scores to the Masters of Teaching degree and other measures of merit, including a personal statement.

For: Students who will enrol in Masters of Teaching in the Faculty of Education & Social Work who intend to commence their internship in the current academic year.
Value: $6,000.
How long: One semester.
How to apply: Submit the application form to the Scholarships Office by 14 June 2013.

Applications close: 14 June 2013

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Individual Resposibility & The Law Essay Prizes

The Sydney Law School is pleased to announce the new Individual Responsibility & The Law Essay Prizes.

The Essays should address the topic closely: ie, individual responsibility and the law. Beyond this, essayists are free to interpret the topic broadly or narrowly, in any context of their own choosing.

The judging panel are looking for an innovative and insightful paper and deep levels of research.

Value: $3,000
Eligibility criteria:

  • All Undergraduate or Postgraduate Law students at the University of Sydney
  • Essays must be new and original work not previously published in whole or in part

How to apply: More information is available on the Sydney Law School webpage.

Closes 2 August 2013

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Specific Background Scholarships

Specific background scholarships are available for award to full-time undergraduate students, who are Australian Citizens that meet a specific criteria. Most are awarded for one year only but some are renewable year by year as outlined in each entry.

Value: Varies
How to apply: More information on the Specific Background Scholarships website.

Applications close 14 June 2013

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Wentworth Medal

Established in 1854 by a gift of £200 from W.C. Wentworth, the interest to be applied in the shape of a medal as a reward for the best essay in English prose. The Medal is now supplemented by a prize of $10,000. The competition for the Medal is open to all students enrolled at The University of Sydney in the current year, except for previous winners of the Wentworth Medal. The award of the Medal shall be made annually by the Academic Board, provided that there is an entry of sufficient merit.

Topic for 2013: Obesity and Diabetes: the enemies within
Value: $10,000
How to apply: More information on the Wentworth Medal website.

Applications close 9 August 2013

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University of Sydney Literary Prizes

Previously known as 'Prize Compositions', Literary Prizes have a long history at the University of Sydney with many of them dating from bequests left to the University at the beginning of the last century, bringing a sense of tradition to the awards.

Value: Up to $4,000.
How to apply: More information on the Literary Prizes website

Applications close 9 August 2013

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AGA-Goethe Fellowship

Post graduate candidates for the Australian German Fellowship are invited to submit applications by 31 May 2013. The Fellowship is awarded by the Australian German Association and Goethe-Institut and offers young Australians the opportunity to:

  • spend 3 months in Germany, commencing early 2014;
  • attend an intensive language and cultural study course for 8 weeks with accommodation;
  • undertake a research project of their choice;

And provides a contribution of up to $2,500 toward a return economy airfare plus a $6,000 travel allowance.
Candidates should have excellent tertiary qualifications and the prospect of a promising career in business, law, science, political studies or arts. B1 or higher level of German language skills are required.

How to apply: More information available on the AGA website.

Applications close 31 May 2013

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The Zonta Club of Northern Beaches Inc. Study Grant for Women

The Zonta Club of the Northern Beaches Inc. are seeking applications for a study grant from women who reside on the Northern Beaches, are experiencing hardship/financial difficulty and who are currently studying at a tertiary level.

The objective of the study grant is to provide Northern Beaches women with some funding so that they can achieve a successful outcome with their studies at a tertiary level.

Eligibility criteria:

  • Must reside on the Northern Beaches
  • Must show evidence of hardship and financial difficulty
  • There must clear evidence of successful completion of twelve months of study in the current course of study

How to apply: Fill in the application form and return to:

Status of Women Committee
Zonta Club of Northern Beaches
PO Box 1088
Mona Vale NSW 2103

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Partner University Scholarship - HIT Modern China Program

The Harbin Institute of Technology invites students to apply for a scholarship to attend their 5th HIT Modern China International Cultural Exchange Program (Modern China Program). The scholarship recipient will be exempt from paying the program fee.

How to apply: More information on the HIT Modern China Program website

Applications Close 31 May 2013

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2013 Margaret Ida Howie Scholarships

The Aboriginal Education Council (NSW) Inc. are seeking applications for the Margaret Ida Howie Awards established "for the education of NSW Indigenous women".

This Award is targeted to assist Aboriginal women undertaking a course of study at University or NSW TAFE.

Up to four (4) scholarships valued at $5,000.00 can be awarded to students accepted for enrolment in a full-time course in the Year 2013. A further ten (10) assistance awards of $1000 are also available.

How to apply: More information on the Aboriginal Education Council (NSW) Inc. website

Applications Close 31 May 2013

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Puggy Hunter Memorial Scholarship Scheme

The scholarship provides financial assistance to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who are intending to enrol or are enrolled in an entry level course (certificate IV and above) at an Australian educational institution in the following health professions:

  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health work - Medicine
  • Allied health (all specialities except pharmacy) - Midwifery
  • Dentistry/oral health (excluding dental assistants) - Nursing

These include graduate entry level courses.

Value: : Up to $7,500 per year for part time study and up to $15,000 per year for full time study for the normal duration of the course.

How to apply: Online applications will be available for the 2014 academic year from 22 July 2013 at Australian Government Scholarships - Australian College of Nursing

Applications Close 16 September 2013

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