Key scholarship details
Application status
Open for applications
Applications open
17 Feb 2026
Applications close
2 Aug 2026
Benefit amount
Up to $8,132
Eligible study level
Graduate coursework
Eligible student type
Domestic and international students
Eligible study stage
Current study
Benefit duration
One-off
Summary
The Catherine Wotton Ovarian Cancer Scholarship was established in 2010 and is offered to students enrolling in the Graduate Certificate in Cancer Nursing or the Master of Advanced Nursing Practice.
About the donor
Catherine Wotton was born and raised in Bendigo, Victoria. She graduated from St Vincent’s Hospital in Melbourne in 1972 and completed her midwifery studies at the Mercy Maternity Hospital in 1973. She died on 14 October 2006. The Catherine Wotton Scholarship Fund has been established in recognition of Catherine Wotton’s significant 37 year contribution to nursing and her courageous battle with ovarian cancer.
The aim of this scholarship is to address the current shortage of gynaecological nurses, so that women are supported through their cancer journey, whilst also raising awareness of gynaecological cancers amongst women in the community.
Benefits
The scholarships provides a one-off payment of $8,132.99.
Amount:
Up to $8,132
Duration:
One-off
Quantity:
1
Eligibility and selection criteria
Eligibility
To be considered for this scholarship, you must have applied for and met the entry requirement for the Graduate Certificate in Cancer Nursing (GC-CNCRNUR) or the Master of Advanced Nursing Practice.
Selection criteria
The scholarship is offered to the student(s) ranked highest by the selection panel based on their relevant experience in cancer nursing and financial need. A shortlist of applicants will be interviewed for the scholarship.
Study level:
Graduate coursework
Student type:
Domestic and international students
Study stage type:
Current study
Study area:
Health
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How to apply
You must submit an application and include a statement detailing your interest and/or experience in the area of gynaecological cancer nursing and how the scholarship will assist you in completing your studies.
You must also submit the Student Financial Assessment form.
Contact
Please email enquiries to nursing-enquiries@unimelb.edu.au
When will I know the outcome?
Successful recipients will be notified in writing in due time after the closing date.
Submit an applicationStatus:
Open for applications
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