Scott Williams Foundation Scholarship

Payment Conditions:

1. The student shall receive $750 per 6 credit points (or equivalent) to a maximum of $6,000 for 48 credit points (or full-time equivalent) per academic year.
2. The scholarship is payable into the recipient’s bank account.
3. The scholarship will be paid in up to 3 instalments within 30 days following Trimester 1 and 2 and/or 3 census dates.
4. Payments will be made in each semester provided there is a minimum enrolment across the academic year in the nominated course:
   4.1. The minimum enrolment for full-time is defined at UNE as an enrolment of 48 credit points (or equivalent) in the academic year.
   4.2. Full-time students are expected to complete their course in the minimum period of candidature.
   4.3. Enrolment is required for Semester 1 and 2 study periods, with Trimester 3 optional.  If a student is not actively enrolled during the T1 and T2 periods and does not have an approved leave of absence from their scholarship, the scholarship may be suspended.
   4.4. Should a student be required to repeat any unit, a second scholarship payment will not be made for this unit.
5. The student must continue to achieve the academic eligibility requirement of 4.0 GPA in each trimester.
6. The student must submit a brief report upon request each year reporting on progress with their studies and involvement in sporting, cultural and community activities as well as participation in University life, where applicable.

General Conditions:

1. The scholarship is intended for the nominated course and may not be deferred or transferred. If you wish to make any significant changes to your enrolment (e.g. change of degree, study mode and/or load) you must notify Student Scholarships prior to doing so. If you no longer satisfy the criteria and conditions of the scholarship, you may not be able to retain it.
2. Any request to vary the terms and/or conditions of the scholarship must be made via an appeal to the scholarships committee and will be determined at the discretion of the University (in consultation with the donor or other relevant committee).
3. If at any time during the scholarship term the student is found to have committed behavioural misconduct in accordance with the University’s Student Conduct Rule, the scholarship will be withdrawn and any outstanding payments will not be paid.  You may also be required to repay any instalment already received. Students who are residential college residents are also subject to the Residential Accommodation Handbook and Accommodation Agreement.
4. On campus students are expected to attend events or participate in activities to promote scholarships, if asked. Where possible, students are expected to attend the Annual Scholarship Donor Luncheon which is often held in July. If students require letters to excuse them from lectures, they can request this from the Office of Advancement.
5. The applicant permits the University to give some personal details to the relevant Donor/Trustee/Committee/School, who may not be UNE staff. All information gathered will be treated with discretion.
6. Some scholarships may affect other government payments. It is the recipient’s responsibility to seek advice from the relevant government agency.
7. Minor changes may be required to the administrative conditions of this scholarship. If this occurs recipients will be given advance notice in writing. Donors will also be consulted where appropriate.
8. Failure to meet the requirements of these Terms and Conditions may lead to the termination of the scholarship and you being required to repay any instalment already received.

Note: If you are struggling to meet the requirements of your scholarship, it is important that you contact the Student Scholarships team at scholarships@une.edu.au to discuss your circumstances and they will provide advice and support.