Key facts
About this scholarship
Number offered:
8
Description:
The Aberbaldie Foundation has generously established a fund at UNE to support Indigenous students with essential study materials and equipment. The funding can be used to purchase textbooks, computing equipment, computer software, uniforms and placement-related equipment. This support ensures Indigenous students have access to the necessary resources for their academic success.
How will the scholarship be paid?
Bank account (100%)
Scholarship Special Conditions:
1.Complete the Aberbaldie Foundation Bursary Application question that demonstrates:
1.1 An itemised costing of the funds, including a description of how the funds will be used. Please note, the maximum funding available is $2,000. Applications requesting more than $2,000 will not be considered.
1.2 Aberbaldie Foundation Bursary funds MUST be used to fund items that directly assist the student’s capacity to undertake their studies at UNE. Examples must include:
- Textbooks
- Computing hardware of software, including software for science or psychology students
- Uniforms for nursing students; stethoscopes for medical students
1.3 The Aberbaldie Foundation Bursary will NOT fund:
- Food, utilities and personal financial debt
Payment conditions
1. The student shall receive the bursary amount to a maximum of $2,000.
2. The scholarship is payable into the recipient’s bank account (100%).
3. Recipients will need to report back on the grant after it is expended and show evidence of the bill/invoice/quote/email trail relating to the use of grant funds.
3.1 Failure to report back will deem the student ineligible to apply again for the Aberbaldie Foundation Bursary in future.
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. 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.
5. Some scholarships may affect other government payments. It is the recipient’s responsibility to seek advice from the relevant government agency.
6. 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.
7. 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 or continuing |
| Study Mode | On campus or online |
| Study Load | Full-time (48 credit points per academic year) or part-time (minimum 24 credit points per academic year) |
| Course type | Bachelor's degree including honours |
| 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 |
1. The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of (in order):
1.1 Responses to application questions
1.2 Preference may be given to applicants who are not in receipt of another scholarship.
1.3 The scholarship shall be awarded by the University of New England.
1.4 The scholarship will be administered by the University of New England.
1.5 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:
1.2 Why are you studying your chosen course and what are your career aspirations?
1.3 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.
1.4 What challenges, such as financial, geographic, or cultural, have you encountered and how have you navigated them?
The documents listed below are acceptable forms of evidence for each of the following criteria.
- 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.
