Tertiary Click here to see 2008's successful applicants!2008 AEC Tertiary AwardsIt is an exciting time for the AEC. We are moving quickly. We invite you to join us. The AEC is embarking on a new era with Tertiary Scholarships in 2008. For the first time the awards will be for the duration of the degree, whether it is a 3-year Arts degree or a 5-year Law degree. Each year the student will receive $5000 to put towards their studies with an added commitment from some sponsors to provide work experience in the industry or profession. This will enable the students develop on-site skills and knowledge, enhancing the degree’s content. It is an invaluable opportunity, both financially and generally, for the students. We are hoping to establish 12 such scholarships with at least three coming from the NSW Department of Education and Training in support of teaching degrees. We would like to see Medical, Engineering, Health and Finance also represented. The AEC in collaboration with Industry Partners aim to encourage NSW Indigenous Australian students to undertake tertiary studies in a NSW University. 1. SCHOOL LEAVERS AWARDS – Max 4 years Awarded on a combination of school examination results, University Admission Index (UAI) and other achievements (leadership, creativity, self-motivation, communication skills etc). AEC Tertiary Study Awards There are 4 awards available annually. • Merit: minimum UAI 85, worth $5,000 per year, max 4 years. NSW Dept of Education & Training – Teaching Awards There are 3 awards available, awarded on a combination of school examination results, University Admission Index (UAI) and other achievements (leadership, creativity, self-motivation, communication skills etc). • Merit: minimum UAI 80, worth $5,000 per year, max 4 years. 2. MICK YOUNG AWARD - Max 4 years There is one award are to all Indigenous students enrolled in an approved course of study at a NSW University. Demonstrate financial disadvantage, usually by current receipt of a means tested commonwealth benefit (including Abstudy, Austudy, youth allowance, or means tested pension). Applications will be ranked on basis of eligibility and merit. 3. INCENTIVE AWARDS These awards are to all Indigenous students enrolled in an approved course of study at a NSW University. Demonstrate financial disadvantage, usually by current receipt of a means tested commonwealth benefit (including Abstudy, Austudy, youth allowance, or means tested pension). Applications will be ranked on basis of eligibility and merit. Applicants will be considered for all awards; only one application will be required. Ken Brindle Awards There are four awards available at $5,000 each for only year only. For further information on these awards or to download an application form, please click on the link below. Click here to download the brochure Click here to download 2008 Application Form |