This scholarship will provide travelling support for Master of Teaching candidates who are undertaking a regional, rural or remote Indigenous placement in Australia, or international placement in an Early Years setting.
The School of Early Childhood Fund was established in 2001 following the wind up of the Institute of Early Childhood Studies Trust after the amalgamation of the Melbourne College of Advanced Education with the University in 1989.
Value:
- Work Integrated Learning (Indigenous or Rural & Regional placement) as part of Capstone: up to $1,200 per person
- Work Integrated Learning (International) as part of Capstone: up to $2,000 per person
Eligibility
To be eligible to apply for this scholarship you need to be:
- studying the Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) or (Early Childhood and Primary); AND
- been accepted to undertake an international travel placement opportunity OR regional, rural or remote Indigenous placement as part of your program of study; AND
- be undertaking your placement in an Early Years setting
Selection Criteria
Eligible applicants will be assessed on academic merit, commitment to the teaching profession and motivation for undertaking the travel related program. Financial need may also be taken into consideration.
Application Process
- Check and confirm that you meet the criteria (above).
- Complete the application form by the date specified in your invitation to apply.
Conditions of the scholarship
Should your travel opportunity be unable to proceed, or in the event that you are no longer able to participate, you will no longer be eligible to receive this scholarship and any monies paid would need to be returned to the University.
Contact Details
For any queries regarding this scholarship, please submit an enquiry
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