2023 - IGO Scholarship

Curtin University, Australia

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Perth, WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Deadline: The position may have been removed or expired!

Status: Closed

Applications open: 16/01/2023
Applications close: 8/03/2023

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About this scholarship

The IGO Scholarship aims to support Curtin University students within the WA School of Mines (WASM) experiencing financial hardship while attending studies at the Kalgoorlie Campus.


  • Current Students

  • Faculty of Science & Engineering
    • Western Australian School of Mines (WASM)

  • Undergraduate

  • Students studying at Curtin Kalgoorlie

  • Australian Citizen
  • Australian Permanent Resident

  • Need Based

The IGO Scholarship will provide the following support as a one-off payment (based on a full-time study load of 100 credits):

  • A cash payment of $2,500. The amount can be used at the recipient’s discretion to contribute towards educational related expenses.


Scholarship Details

All undergraduate courses within the WA School of Mines (WASM)


Applicants must meet all of the following criteria to be eligible to apply for the IGO Scholarship:

  • Australian citizen or Australian permanent resident
  • Enrolled a minimum of 25 credits in an undergraduate course at the WA School of Mines Kalgoorlie campus in semester 1, 2023
  • A minimum course weighted average (CWA) of 60
  • From a low socio-economic background and/or experiencing financial hardship
  • Not in receipt of any other scholarships that is from the same funding source and/or for the same purpose


Application process

Step 1: Access application form

  • Application form can be accessed via the ‘My Studies’ tab in OASIS or via the ‘Apply Online’ button on the top right-hand side of this page
  • Please note that this link will direct you to the general "Equity Scholarship Program " application form. Once you submit your application, you will then be considered for all scholarships that you are eligible for in this round.

Step 2: Complete

  • Complete the application form online
  • Application form can be saved at any point of the process
  • Tips on how to complete your application can be found on the ‘Applying for scholarships’ link on the scholarships website

Step 3: Submit

  • Closing date is listed at the top of the page and within the Scholarships Channel on OASIS
  • Incomplete applications will not be assessed
  • Once submitted, application status will change to submitted

Step 4: Receipt

  • Application receipt will be sent to student email once application has been submitted

Step 5: Assessment

  • Applications for the IGO Scholarship will be assessed by an assessment panel using the following criteria:
    • Responses to questions in application form
    • Demonstration of financial hardship
    • Socioeconomic background
    • Reference letter
    • Preference will be given to students who have relocated or will be relocating from a remote/regional area across Australia

Step 6: Outcome

  • All successful and unsuccessful applicants notified of their outcome via the Scholarships Channel (Student OASIS) within 6-8 weeks of the scholarship closing date

Step 7: Acceptance

  • Successful applicants must accept the terms and conditions via the Scholarship Channel (Student OASIS) by the deadline

Please note:

  • Scholarship will be awarded if there are applicants of sufficient need


Enquiries

Scholarships Office

E: [email protected]

T: 1300 222 888

Visit our Frequently Asked Questions


Further Information

Application Advice

For further information about applying for scholarships including important dates and tips for preparing your application, utilise the resources available on the Applying for Scholarships webpage.



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