Riawunna Access Bursary

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Overview

Funded through the Indigenous Student Success Program (ISSP), these bursaries are awarded annually by the Riawunna Centre, which provides a culturally welcoming space for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to meet, study and access academic and pastoral support and assistance.

Eligibility

  • Available to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander students who are commencing or continuing study at the University of Tasmania in the first half of 2024 (excluding HECs fee waiver courses).
  • Selection will be based on demonstration of financial need.
  • Engaging with the Riawunna Centre, including participating in and attending Riawunna activities and events is a condition of this award as is providing a short written report at the end of each study period to the Centre’s Head of Service.
  • IMPORTANT: Applicants who apply for this bursary MUST meet the Commonwealth definition of Aboriginality to be eligible.
  • The Commonwealth definition of who is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person is as follows:
    • is of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent,
    • who identifies as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person, and
    • is accepted as such by the community in which he/she lives.

Students wishing to apply for this scholarship should apply for the University of Tasmania Indigenous Scholarships

On-going Eligibility

  • ADMIN Ready for payment - reset each semester
  • Achieve a minimum Pass result in all units studied each semester

Amount

Up to $2,000 per year ($250 per 12.5 credit points)

Duration

One year

Starting Date

31 August 2023

Closing Date

31 October 2023

Apply

Apply online prior to closing date. Applications cannot be submitted after closing date.
As applicants will be assessed on the quality of application, all questions should be answered in full. Please ensure care is taken with spelling and grammar.

Application status

Closed - successful applicants advised


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