Alan Duncan Memorial Scholarships

In honour and respect for the AEC’s Founder Mr Alan Duncan the AEC has established an annual scholarship for Indigenous Australian men in New South Wales who are undertaking tertiary study.

Scholarship details

Value: $5,000 approx. total

Duration: 1 Year

Application dates

Open

Close: 30/06/2024

Closed

Open: 30/06/2025

Options


This scholarship is for:

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants
Financial equity
Men only

Areas of study:

  • Any Area of Study

At Institution:

  • NSW Universities
  • TAFE
  • Other

Study level:

  • Undergraduate
  • Honours, Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma
  • VET courses

Study Load:

  • Part Time
  • Full Time

Location:

  • NSW

Eligibility Criteria

The Alan Duncan Memorial Scholarship is for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men who are undertaking an approved course of study at a university in New South Wales.

The Alan Duncan Memorial Course Assistance Fund is for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men who are studying at a tertiary institution in NSW, to attend a conference or to access resources which are required to complete their course of study.

The Alan Duncan Memorial Incidentals Support Fund is for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men who are undertaking a course at a TAFE in NSW, which will enable them to enter the workforce.

Applications are assessed on financial need and single men with children or family responsibilities are a priority.

How to Apply

1. Complete the Application Form
2. Ensure that you have provided the appropriate academic records and financial details, together with supporting documentation.
3. Applications must include a letter of support from your academic advisor or a lecturer dated and signed after June 1.
4. Include proof of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity.
5. Complete the Statutory Declaration at the end of this form.
6. Return the Application Form and supporting documentation to: Scholarships Officer, AEC (NSW) Inc. PO Box 3120 Redfern NSW 2016 or email the completed application to admin@aec.org.au