Victorian Masters/PhD Scholarships in Public Health for Aboriginal Australians
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Overview
University
The scholarship applies to all Victorian Universities.
The Public Health Branch of the Department of Human Services is calling for applications from Indigenous Australians who are intending to undertake an eligible postgraduate study program in public health (e.g. Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, Masters, PhD, professional doctorate). A limited number of scholarships are offered each year for eligible applicants. Relevant fields of research are: health sciences, public health and health services.
Financial value and details
The Scholarship currently provides an allowance of $12,735 (part-time students) to $25,470 (full-time students) per annum. This scholarship is paid fortnightly for the duration of the course.
Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent; AND
- Reside in Victoria; AND
- Be enrolled to study at a Victorian University in a relevant course.
Selection of successful applicants will be based on the following criteria: past academic results, work-related achievements in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, the community reference and the applicant's potential to improve public health research capacity and evidence-based practice in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.
When and how to apply
Applications must read and accept the conditions outlined in the 'Guidelines for Applicants' and complete an application form, both of which are available on the Scholarship page on the Department of Human Services website.
Completed applications and all necessary supporting documentation should be sent to:
Manager
Research Development and Training
Public Health Branch
Department of Human Services
50 Lonsdale Street
Melbourne VIC 3000
Applications are welcome throughout the year.
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More information
For more information, please contact Michael Herbert on (03) 9096 0351, or Milica Markovic on (03) 9096 0482.
If you would like to contact a past Scholarship recipient to discuss the scholarship program, Michael and Milica will endeavour to put you in touch with a previous recipient.
The Department also offers other scholarships for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Isalnder Australians. For more information, please see Indigenous scholarships - careers in the department.