Key facts
About this scholarship
Number offered:
1
Description:
Financial resources are a major issue impacting tertiary study for Indigenous students. This contributes to the chronic under-representation of Indigenous students in postgraduate clinical psychology programs that in turn results in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander psychologists making up well under 1% of the proportion of all registered psychologists.
By offering a scholarship for each full-time year of study in UNE’s Clinical Psychology program at UNE, we aim to inspire and support our Indigenous students as they progress toward becoming qualified psychologists. This initiative not only empowers our students but also helps address critical workforce shortages, strengthening the future of mental health care in our communities.
How will the scholarship be paid?
Bank account (100%)
Payment Conditions:
- The student shall receive $1,875 per 6 credit points (or equivalent) to a maximum of $15,000 for 48 credit points (or full-time equivalent) per academic year.
- The scholarship is payable into the recipient’s bank account (100%).
- The scholarship will be paid in up to 3 instalments within 30 days following Trimester 1 and 2 and/or 3 census dates.
- Payments will be made in each Trimester provided there is a minimum enrolment across the academic year in the nominated course:
4.1. The minimum part-time enrolment for this scholarship is defined as 24 credit points (or equivalent) in the academic year.
4.2. The minimum enrolment for full-time is defined at UNE as an enrolment of 48 credit points (or equivalent) in the academic year.
4.3. Full-time students are expected to complete their course in the minimum period of candidature.
4.4. Enrolment is required for Trimester 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.
4.5. If a student is required to repeat a unit, a second scholarship payment will not be made for this unit. - The student must continue to achieve the academic eligibility of least 5.0 GPA in each trimester.
- The student must submit a brief report upon request each year, reporting on progress with their studies and involvement in university life, such as participation in sporting, cultural or community activities.
General Conditions:
- 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 retain it.
- 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).
- If at any time during the scholarship term the student is found to have committed behavioural misconduct in accordance with the University’s Student Behavioural Misconduct Rules, the scholarship will be terminated 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 College Code of Conduct.
- Where possible, scholarship recipients are encouraged to attend events or participate in activities that promote scholarships and acknowledge donor support. One such event is the Annual Scholarship Donor Luncheon, typically held in July. Students who require a letter to excuse them from class may request one from the Office of Advancement. If a student is unable to attend the luncheon or similar opportunities, they may instead provide a written or video message to be shared with the donor.
- 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.
- Some scholarships may affect other government payments. It is the recipient’s responsibility to seek advice from the relevant government agency.
- 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.
- 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.
Eligibility Requirements
To apply for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following core and scholarship specific eligibility requirements
| Requirement | Description |
|---|---|
| Citizenship | Australian Citizen/Permanent Resident: The applicant must be an Australian Citizen or permanent resident as defined by the Commonwealth |
| New or Continuing | New and Continuing |
| Study Mode | On-campus and Online |
| Study Load | Full-time (48 credit points per academic year) OR Part-time (minimum 24 credit points per academic year) |
| Course type | Postgraduate |
| Requirement | Description |
|---|---|
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander | The applicant must identify as an Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person and provide documentation according to the UNE Confirmation of Aboriginality and Torres Strait Islander Identity Rule |
| Academic High Achievers | Evidence of an undergraduate qualification in Psychology (AQF Level 8) with a minimum result of second class, division one. |
| Degree/School/Discipline | Master of Psychology (Clinical) Master of Psychology (Clinical) Advanced Entry Master of Professional Psychology |
| Financial Disadvantage | Applicant must be able to demonstrate financial need (see Supporting Documentation/Required Information below) |
| Regional/Remote Areas | Geographic requirement evidence (optional): Evidence to demonstrate that you have resided for at least 5 years consecutively or 10 years cumulatively in a rural and/or remote location (Regions defined as RA2-5) as defined by the Government Remoteness Tool. Documentation can include bills or official correspondence to your address, schools you were enrolled at, or a signed statement from a rural community leader (e.g. previous employer, doctor, school principal) validating the location and period of your residence. |
| Other | Disclosure of any other scholarships or awards. |
Selection:
- The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of (in order):
1.1. Academic merit; AND
1.2. Financial need; THEN
1.3. Responses to the application questions; THEN
1.4. Interview (via Zoom) with the School of Psychology and representatives from Oorala. - Preference may be given to applicants who are not in receipt of another scholarship.
- Preference may be given to applicants who are from a Regional or Remote locations as defined by the Government Remoteness Tool.
- Preference may be given to applicants who are studying on campus
- The scholarship shall be awarded by the University of New England in consultation with the School of Psychology and the Oorala Aboriginal Centre.
- The scholarship will be administered by the University of New England.
- The Selection Committee’s decision is final.
Before you apply
Before you apply for this scholarship, please ensure you have read and understood the below important information:
Required Information:
- Complete the application form which includes the following questions:
1.1. Why are you studying your chosen course and what are your career aspirations?1.2.
Tell us about your personal strengths and how you have used them to make a difference in the lives of others. This might include community activities and leadership opportunities that you have been involved in.
1.3. What challenges, such as financial, geographic, or cultural, have you encountered and how have you navigated them? - Complete the Financial Need Details section on the application form.
Supporting Documents:
The documents listed below are acceptable forms of evidence for each of the following criteria:
1. Indigenous identified scholarship:
The applicant must identify as an Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person and provide documentation according to the UNE Confirmation of Aboriginality and Torres Strait Islander Identity Rule.
2. Financial disadvantage:
Note: If you are awarded a scholarship you will be required to supply evidence of your financial situation as described in your application. Evidence of income can include:
- Income Tax Returns*
- Regular payslips
- Centrelink Statement/s
- A letter from an authorised person (e.g. community leader, school principal, minister of religion, accountant) that comments on your financial circumstances
* If the most recent financial year income information is not available, previous financial year income information may be used and must be accompanied by a letter from an accountant that comments on the estimated similarity/differences.
3. Qualifications:
Evidence of an undergraduate qualification in Psychology (AQF Level 8) with a minimum result of second class, division one.
4. Geographic requirement evidence (optional):
Evidence to demonstrate that you have resided for at least 5 years consecutively or 10 years cumulatively in a rural and/or remote location (Regions defined as RA2-5) as defined by the Government Remoteness Tool. Documentation can include bills or official correspondence to your address, schools you were enrolled at, or a signed statement from a rural community leader (e.g. previous employer, doctor, school principal) validating the location and period of your residence.
5. Other supporting documents:
Disclosure of any other scholarships or awards.
