Dermott ONeill Scholarship in Chemistry UGCA1140

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Scholarship Details
Criteria
High Academic Achiever High School Leavers
Stage

High school leavers

Closing Date

Closed

Value

$8,000
1 Scholarship(s) available
For Duration of program (minimum)

Residency

Aus Citizen/Aus Permanent Resident

Outline

The Scholarship is established to encourage students to undertake undergraduate study (including combined degrees) at UNSW with a Chemistry major or study plan.

Eligibility

To be eligible applicants must:

  • Be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.
  • Have completed the Higher School Certificate (or equivalent qualification) in the year prior to commencing study at UNSW, or two (2) years prior to commencing study provided they have not undertaken any tertiary study in the meantime.
  • Be commencing full-time undergraduate study (single or dual degree) in the one of the following disciplines:
    • Bachelor of Advanced Science with a major in Chemistry.
    • Bachelor of Science with a major in Chemistry
    • Bachelor of Environmental Science specialising in Chemistry

    Selection

    Each applicant will be assessed on the basis of:

    • Academic merit
    • Demonstrated ability
    • Leadership qualities
    • Potential to contribute to the wider life of the University

    Preference will be given to applicants in receipt of means-tested Centrelink Benefits, such as ABSTUDY, Youth Allowance, or Austudy.

    Interviews

    Shortlisted applicants may be invited to attend an interview.