Summary
| Enrolment status | New students |
|---|---|
| Student type | Domestic students, International students |
| Level of study | Undergraduate |
| Study area | All study areas |
| Scholarship value | $5,000 |
| Scholarship duration | 1 year |
| Number awarded | Up to 4 |
| Opening date | 18 September 2020 |
| Closing date | 31 January 2021 |
Description
Established in 2019 and maintained by an annual gift from Queensland Firebirds and UQ Marketing and Communications.
The Scholarship is to encourage and support new students who have demonstrated a passion for netball.
Eligibility
An applicant is eligible for the Scholarship if the applicant-
(a) submits an application by the closing date for applications;
(d) completed year 12 in the year prior to award;
(c) intends to enrol as a commencing student in an Approved Program in the year of award; and
(d) can demonstrate they have played netball for school or a club, or contributed to the sport of netball through coaching or volunteering within the previous 2 year period.
Approved Program means an undergraduate coursework program
Before you get started
If this scholarship has rules, download and read them.
How to apply
Click on the Application Form Link and submit completed application with supporting documentation where applicable by the closing date.
Selection criteria
The Scholarships will be awarded on the basis of the following criteria -
(a) in no particular order, preference may be given to Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Persons, students who are first in their family to attend university, or a Regional or Remote Student;
(b) academic achievement in years 11 and 12;
(c) achievements and commitment to the netball community;
(d) leadership achievements and capabilities; and
(e) demonstrated financial need.