ICT Scholarships

Centre for Information and Communications Technology

There are four scholarships available in 2009 for local, full time students expecting to successfully complete the first year of one of the following courses:

• Advanced Diploma in Computer Systems Engineering
• Advanced Diploma of Electronic Engineering
• Diploma/Advanced Diploma of Library/Information Services
• Diploma of Information Technology (any stream as listed: Systems Administration/Networking/Database Design and Development/Website Development/Software Development)

Student must apply in their first year or first semester of study.

ICT Academic Achievement Scholarship

There are two scholarships available to students who have displayed academic success and enthusiasm. The scholarship covers the cost of fees and materials during the second year of study, and offers the opportunity to attend a relevant industry event.

ICT Access and Equity Scholarship

There are two scholarships available to students who have endured financial or personal difficulties during their studies/past studies. The scholarship covers the cost of fees and materials during the second year of study.

Scholarship Terms and Conditions

1. Continuation of the award is conditional on the successful applicant maintaining satisfactory progress in studies and complying with the rules of the Institute
2. Second round offers may be made if a successful recipient of a scholarship does not receive a place in the specified course or does not accept the place offered or the scholarship
3. The Institute reserves the right not to award any scholarship
4. Successful and unsuccessful applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application
5. There shall be no right of review of any decision in relation to a scholarship

Selection Criteria

Selection is based on the following:

ICT Academic Achievement Scholarship

• Academic achievement during study at Box Hill Institute
• Demonstrated interest in chosen career and industry
• Ability to represent the centre as an ambassador to potential students
• Recommendation by a staff member
• Aspirations and long-term goals

ICT Access & Equity Scholarship

• Academic achievement during study at Box Hill Institute
• Proof of financial hardship
• Outcome of scheduled interview if applicable
• Recommendation from employer or external party (either written or based on reference checks) identifying the applicant’s commitment to work and suitability to the vocation
• Recommendation from Course teacher/s if applicable

Eligibility

Applicants for a Box Hill Institute ICT Scholarship must:

• Be an Australian citizen or hold permanent resident status in Australia
• Undertake full time study in the specified course at Box Hill Institute (full time for a minimum of the first 6 months)

Application Forms

Download an Application Form (138KB).

Submitting Applications

Submit your application to:

Marketing and Customer Service
Scholarships Coordinator
Box Hill Institute
Private Bag 2014
Box Hill 3128

Or contact the Scholarships Office on (03) 9286 9491

Closing Date

Applications close at the end of your first semester or first year of study.

After short listing, interviews will take place if applicable.