2023 - Semester 1 - Humanities Rob Riley Memorial Scholarship

Curtin University, Australia

Updated: 11 months ago
Location: Perth, WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Deadline: The position may have been removed or expired!

Status: Closed

Applications open: 17/01/2023
Applications close: 8/03/2023

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About this scholarship

The Humanities Rob Riley Memorial Scholarship honours the memory of Rob Riley by supporting and encouraging Indigenous students in postgraduate course studies within the Faculty of Humanities.

Rob Riley was a prominent Aboriginal activist and community leader who tirelessly advocated for social justice for Aboriginal people in Australia. Over his life, Rob held many influential roles such as CEO of the WA Aboriginal Legal Service, Chairperson of the National Aboriginal Council and was a senior advisor to the Federal Minister for Aboriginal Affairs.

Rob Riley established Curtin's Centre for Aboriginal Studies and was awarded the Human Rights Medal in 1996.


  • Current Students

  • Faculty of Humanities

  • Postgraduate coursework

  • Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander Students

  • Australian Citizen

  • Merit Based

The Humanities Rob Riley Memorial Scholarship will provide the following support for the expected duration of the postgraduate degree for up to a maximum of 2 years (based on a full-time study load of 100 credits per semester):

  • A cash stipend of $5,000 per semester. The amount can be used to contribute towards education-related expenses


Scholarship Details

Any Humanities coursework Masters degree that is an HDR pathway course (that is, it will have a research training component that is equivalent to Honours as per the AQF)


Applicants must meet all of the following criteria to be eligible for the Humanities Rob Riley Memorial Scholarship:

  • Aboriginal / Torres Strait Islander
  • Commencing a Masters (by coursework) pathway to HDR course within the faculty of Humanities in semester 1, 2023
  • Not currently hold a scholarship (Commonwealth Education Costs and Commonwealth Accommodation Scholarships are excluded)


Application process

Step 1: Access online 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 "Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander 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 under the Applying for scholarships link on the scholarships website

Step 3: Submit

  • Closing date is listed at the top of the page
  • Incomplete applications will not be assessed
  • Once submitted, application status will change to submitted

Step 4: Receipt

  • Application receipt will be sent to the email address provided when you created your Curtin account, once your application has been submitted

Step 5: Assessment

  • Applications will be assessed by an assessment panel using the following criteria:
    • Enrolled in an eligible postgraduate graduate degree at Curtin University in semester 1, 2023
    • Responses to questions in application form
    • Demonstrated academic potential

Step 6: Outcome

  • Outcome will be sent via the email address listed through TISC after main round course offers (all successful and unsuccessful applicants will be notified)

Step 7: Acceptance

  • Successful applicants must return acceptance documents by the deadline specified in the terms and conditions
  • Deferral of this scholarship is not permitted

Please note:

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


Enrolment Requirements

Recipients must meet all of the following:

  • Remain enrolled in initial course of study
  • Maintain a course weighted average (CWA) of at least 55 each semester
  • Pass all units attempted each semester


Enquiries

Scholarships Office

E: [email protected]

T: 1300 222 888

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Further Information

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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