Key facts
About this scholarship
Number offered:
90
Description:
UNE Nursing Bursaries are to be awarded to commencing students to assist with the costs that they will incur to purchase mandatory clothing and equipment, get vaccinations and immunisations, costs associated with travel, accommodation and intensive schools and placements, as well as textbooks and the like.
How will the scholarship be paid?
Bank Account (100%)
Payment Conditions:
1. The bursary consists of a one-off payment of $1000 for the purpose of set up costs associated with commencing the Nursing degree (such as uniforms, equipment, WWC & Police Check, vaccinations etc).
2. The scholarship is payable into the recipient’s bank account (100%).
3. The scholarship will be paid in 1 instalment within 30 days following the Trimester 1, 2 or 3 census date.
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 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 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.
4. 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.
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. Students may be 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 students commencing the course for the first time |
| Study Mode | On-Campus or Online |
| Study Load | Full-time (48 credit points per academic year) |
| Course type | Bachelor's Degree |
| Requirement | Description |
|---|---|
| Degree/School/Discipline | Bachelor of Nursing |
| Regional/Remote Areas | Prior to commencing studies, the applicant’s permanent home address is/was in a Regional or Remote area (RA2-5) as defined by the Government Remoteness Tool |
1. The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of (in order):
a. Responses to application questions; THEN
b. Regional and remoteness.
2. Preference may be given to applicants who are not in receipt of another scholarship.
3. Preference may be given to applicants who are registered with the Student Accessibility and Wellbeing office with a current SAP.
4. The scholarship shall be awarded by the University of New England
5. The scholarship will be administered by the University of New England.
6. 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:
1. 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?
