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Curtin University of Technology
School of Nursing and Midwifery

Financial Support and Scholarships

AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT - NURSE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

A.I.F. MALAYAN NURSING SCHOLARSHIP

Inaugurated in 1994.
Note: The School of Nursing and Midwifery does not administer this Scholarship - it is administered on behalf of the Malaysian Government by the Australian Red Cross and provides tuition + allowances for Malaysian and Singaporean nursing students to study at Curtin.

BHP BILLITON IRON ORE NURSING SCHOLARSHIP PRACTICUM PLACEMENTS

  • These scholarships are offered to a maximum of 8 recipients per year up to the value of $1,850 each to support travel, accommodation and living expenses.
  • Scholarships are awarded specifically for a 3 week clinical practice placement.
  • Further information is available in this attached presentation.

CARBURY SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship is offered in memory of Mr and Mrs EWD Carbury and $500 is awarded annually to a student in the School of Nursing and Midwifery at Curtin University of Technology on a needs basis rather than for academic achievement. Selection will take into consideration the applicant's family circumstances and need for financial assistance. Applications should be submitted to Director, Undergraduate Studies by 30 May each year on the relevant application form.
Students are required to be enrolled in the Bachelor of Science (Nursing) course (i.e. Enrolled Nurse Pathway as well as Pre-registration students).

CLINICAL SPECIALISATION NURSING SCHOLARSHIPS

Registered nurses, midwives and enrolled nurses who are working within the Western Australian Government Health Industry, have a minimum of 2 years post registration experience, are Australian citizens or permanent resident of Australia, are invited to apply for the following scholarships:

  • Postgraduate Diploma of Midwifery
  • Postgraduate Clinical Specialisation courses including Mental Health
  • Community Child Health
  • Remote Area Nursing
  • Courses for enrolled nurses that lead to recognised certificate
    (NB: scholarships for EN to RN conversion will be advertised with undergraduate scholarships)

COMBINED UNIVERSITIES CENTRE FOR RURAL HEALTH

Modest funding is available for Undergraduate students who undertake a rural clinical placement for at least two weeks. Please visit the website for details http://www.cucrh.uwa.edu.au.

CURTIN UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS INFORMATION

Visit the scholarships website for Curtin at http://scholarships.curtin.edu.au/

HELEN BAILEY SCHOLARSHIP

To assist nurses/midwives registered in Western Australia to complete a higher degree in a nursing/midwifery focus area. The emphasis is on clinical research which will have a positive outcome on clinical nursing in Western Australia.
Details: Application packages are available at http://www.nursing.health.wa.gov.au or by leaving a message on 9222 2116. Please leave your details and state the type of scholarship you wish to apply for.

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF NURSING OFFICER

Please visit their website to see details of the many scholarships on offer at: http://www.ocno.health.wa.gov.au/home/

Application enquiries can also be directed to:
Office of the Chief Nursing Officer
189 Royal Street
East Perth WA 6004
Ph: (08) 9222 2107
Fax: (08) 9222 4467

POSTGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS IN NURSING AND MIDWIFERY - Flyer

PUGGY HUNTER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP SCHEME

The Memorial Scholarship Scheme aims to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people working in the Australian health care system. Further information available from http://www.rcna.org.au/site/puggy.php

ROYAL COLLEGE OF NURSING AUSTRALIA - AUSTRALIAN NURSING SCHOLARSHIPS

Please visit the RCNA website to see details of their scholarships at http://www.rcna.org.au/site/scholarships.php