Network Ten

2009 Network Ten Laura Irwin and Peter Mastrogiannis Perpetual Scholarship

Centre for Media, Design and Arts

Network Ten in association with Box Hill Institute continues to provide a scholarship at Box Hill Institute Broadcast Television. The student scholarship is presented in honour of two young employees Laura Irwin and Peter Mastrogiannis, who tragically lost their lives in 2006.

Laura Irwin was an exceptional graduate from Box Hill Institute Broadcast Television, who died along with her sister Colleen in January 2006. Laura initially worked at Network Ten as a trainee and became a valued and respected member of the team. Peter Mastrogiannis was also a respected Network Ten member who died only a short time before the Irwin sisters. Peter's infectious enthusiasm for television epitomises the spirit of the Network Ten scholarship.

Laura and Peter were passionate and committed to their chosen careers. The recipient of this scholarship must be able to demonstrate their own passion and commitment to the television industry as they represent a living tribute to Laura and Peter's memories.

Network Ten is generously offering a scholarship to a student undertaking the Certificate IV in Broadcasting (Television).The scholarship is valued at $7,500.00

Read about the 2008 Network Ten Laura Irwin & Peter Mastrogiannis Perpetual Scholarship winner Simone Chenoweth.

Eligibility

Applicants for the Network Ten Laura Irwin and Peter Mastrogiannis Perpetual Scholarship must:

• Be Australian citizens or hold permanent resident status in Australia
• Complete the application form in full and by the required date, and
• Meet all entry requirements for the courses as specified in the Box Hill Institute Handbook

Selection criteria

The selection process is facilitated by Box Hill Institute in partnership with Network Ten.

Selection will be based on:

• Academic achievements
• Proven interest in the television industry
• Understanding of the Broadcast Television's industry culture
• An honest work ethic and a 'can do' attitude

Applicants can demonstrate their ability to meet these through a number of ways including:

• The required brief description of understanding of the television industry including your short and long term career aspirations and plans (approximately 500 words)
• Resume
• Previous study
• Previous relevant work experience (including show reel), and
• Academic references

Application forms

Download an application form or contact Bill Drinkwater on (03) 9286 9026.

Electronic or faxed applications will not be accepted. Please send your application and all required documents to:

Box Hill Institute
Media, Design and Arts
Broadcast Television
Private Bag 2014
Box Hill 3128

All applicants must apply for their chosen course directly through VTAC or directly to the Institute for consideration for admission to the Broadcast Television course, as specified in the course information on this Website.

Note: Your application will be confirmed via email within seven days of receipt. If you do not receive confirmation please call (03) 9286 9026. Application for this scholarship does not substitute for a course application.

Closing date

Applications close at COB on Friday 4 December 2008