Sydney Zoo is the sponsor of three scholarships as part of its partnership with Western Sydney University, with two scholarships awarded to Indigenous students...
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander STEM Scholarship by NSW AECG and John Holland Group
These scholarships available annually for two students, who can be first-year or continuing. Each successful applicant will receive $15,000 each. Additionally, where applicable, scholarship winners may be offered casual, ongoing paid work experience at a John Holland Group (JHG) project or corporate office while they complete their university studies.
Scholarship details
Application dates
How to apply
Externally managed. Apply at https://www.aecg.nsw.edu.au/2023/02/15/stem-university-scholarship/
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This scholarship is for:
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicantsAreas of study:
- Agriculture and environmental studies
- Engineering
- Science and mathematics
At Institution:
- ACT Universities
- NSW Universities
- NT Universities
- QLD Universities
- SA Universities
- TAS Universities
- VIC Universities
- Other
Study level:
- Undergraduate
- Honours, Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma
Study Load:
- Full Time
- Part Time
Location:
- NSW
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this scholarship, you must:
– be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent and be accepted as such in the community where you live or have lived;
– be enrolled in at least one STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) university course in NSW;
– have consistently high results in core subjects and;
– be available for a causal or ongoing paid work experience at a JHG project or corporate office whilst pursing university studies.
How to Apply
You must submit a supporting statement of 400-500 words detailing how the scholarship would support your education.
Further Information
Applicants with a personal or family connection to a Local NSW Aboriginal Education Consultative Group (AECG) member are preferred.