Deakin University proudly announces the Dr (Aunty) Mary Atkinson Scholarships for the 2024/2025 academic year. This scholarship aims to support and empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students pursuing studies in nursing or education by covering the full tuition fees for the program’s standard duration.
About Deakin University
Deakin University, a leader in Australian higher education, is known for its commitment to industry partnerships and providing students with practical, real-world experience. Offering a wide variety of undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programmes, Deakin prepares students with global perspectives and the skills needed for today’s job market.
Key Scholarship Information
- Location: Australia
- Application Deadline: Open (Awarded based on course admission)
- University: Deakin University
- Department: National Indigenous Knowledges Education Research Innovation (NIKERI) Institute
- Level: Bachelor’s Degree
- Award: Full coverage of student contributions (tuition fees)
- Nationality: Open to Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent.
- Enrol through the NIKERI Institute.
- Hold a Commonwealth-supported place.
- Be a new student beginning their studies at Deakin University in Trimester 1, 2025.
- Enrol in either the Bachelor of Nursing or Bachelor of Education program.
No Application Required
This scholarship does not require a separate application. Instead, eligible students will automatically be considered based on academic performance and admission status. Top-performing Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students entering the nursing or education program at the NIKERI Institute will be notified of the award by February 2025.
Scholarship Benefits
The Dr (Aunty) Mary Atkinson Scholarship covers the full student contributions (tuition fees) for the standard duration of the Bachelor of Nursing or Bachelor of Education degree, easing financial burdens and supporting students’ focus on their studies.
Important Dates
- Notification of Recipients: February 2025
- Next Application Cycle: Trimester/Semester 1, 2026
For talented Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students ready to make an impact in nursing or education, this scholarship at Deakin University offers valuable support to help achieve academic and career goals. Enrol in the Nike Institute and begin your journey at Deakin in Trimester 1, 2025, to be eligible for this life-changing opportunity.
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