Status: Closed
Applications open: 17/01/2023
Applications close: 8/03/2023
About this scholarship
The Kate Mullin Scholarship in Primary Education aims to support Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students undertaking an undergraduate Bachelor of Education (Primary Education), who intend on teaching in Aboriginal schools.
Kate Mullin was a passionate and visionary ESL Literacy consultant who made significant and far-reaching contributions to Aboriginal literacy in Western Australia (WA). She developed excellent relationships with a wide range of Aboriginal schools in WA which enabled the improvements in student literacy. The KMA is a network of teachers, literacy coordinators and researchers, and committed friends of Kate’s who want to grow her legacy in Aboriginal literacy.
- Current Students
- Faculty of Humanities
- Undergraduate
- Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander Students
- Australian Citizen
- Merit Based
The Kate Mullin Scholarship in Primary Education will provide the following support for up to a maximum of one year (based on a full-time study load of 100 credits per semester):
- A total value of $5,000 paid as a cash stipend of $2500.00 per semester
The amount can be used at the recipient's discretion to contribute towards educational related expenses.
Scholarship Details
Bachelor of Education (Primary Education)
Applicants must meet all of the following criteria to be considered for the Kate Mullin Association Scholarship:
- Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent
- Be enrolled in the Bachelor of Education (Primary Education) at Curtin University
- Be enrolled at least 50 credits (part-time) or 100 credits (full-time) each semester in 2023
- Have a minimum Course Weighted Average (CWA) of 70 or ATAR of 70
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 "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 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 will be assessed by an assessment panel using the following criteria:
- Responses provided in the application form
- Academic Merit
- Demonstrate an intention/desire to teach in a WA Aboriginal school upon graduation
- Preference will be given to students who are:
- From Western Australia
- In their second, third or fourth year of study
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
Enrolment Requirements
Recipients must meet all of the following:
- Remain enrolled in initial course of study
- Maintain a minimum enrolment of 100 credits (full-time) or 50 credits (part-time) at Curtin University
- Maintain a course weighted average (CWA) of at least 65
- Pass all units attempted
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