Epworth HealthCare Indigenous Nursing Scholarship

The scholarship aims to provide support to an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander student studying within the School of Nursing and Midwifery. Epworth HealthCare has a strong relationship with Deakin University and this scholarship is an opportunity to assist a student commencing their nursing degree.

Scholarship details

Value: $15,000 approx. total

Duration: 3 Years

Application dates

Open

Open: 05/09/2024
Close: 31/01/2025

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This scholarship is for:

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants

Areas of study:

  • Nursing

At Institution:

  • Deakin University

Study level:

  • Undergraduate
  • Postgraduate coursework

Study Load:

  • Full Time

Location:

  • VIC

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible you must be:
An Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person;
Commencing and enrolled full time at Deakin University in one of the following courses within the School of Nursing and Midwifery:
Bachelor of Nursing;
Bachelor of Nursing (Clinical Leadership);
Bachelor of Nursing (Honours);
Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Midwifery;
Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Psychological Science;
Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Public Health and Health Promotion.

Preference will be given to a student studying at the Geelong Waterfront or Burwood campus who is able to demonstrate participation in and commitment to supporting the community and volunteer activities.

How to Apply

You can apply for this scholarship directly through the Deakin Course and Scholarship Applicant Portal.

As part of the application process, you will also be required to upload current supporting documentation.

When you apply for this scholarship, you’ll need to supply evidence of your participation in community and volunteer activities (if relevant).

Further Information

Cash payment up to $5000 per year.

The maximum value of this scholarship is $15,000 paid over 3 years.