Gwenda Ford English Literature Scholarship
This scholarship, worth approximately $5,000, supports an undergraduate or graduate student, in whose course the study of English Literature is a significant component, and who is in financial need.
Applications open
6 Jan 2020
Applications closed
8 Mar 2020
Application type
Application required
How to apply
Benefit type
Single payment
Full benefit details
Citizenship requirements
Australian / domestic student
International student
Total value
up to $5,000
Applicable study areas
Language, literature and cultural studies
Number of scholarships awarded
At least 1
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"The weight off my shoulders this scholarship gives is immense, particularly as I come closer to the end of my degree. By worrying less about finances on a daily basis, the Gwenda Ford English Literature Scholarship will truly help by giving me the time, stability and confidence I need to strive towards making work I'm proud of."
- Oliver Walsh
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Eligibility & selection criteria
Eligibility
To be eligible for this scholarship, you need to:
- be an undergraduate student in the third year of your course completing a major in English Literature at The University of Melbourne.
OR
- be a graduate coursework/research student undertaking a research project in English Literature at The University of Melbourne.
Recipients are required to:
- Accept the award online within 21 days
- Submit a final report
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Application process
Eligible applicants must complete:
- The University of Melbourne Financial Aid Assessment and attach evidence of submission. If you have previously completed a financial aid application this will appear when you log in. You must update your details and resubmit the application.
- The online application form. This requires a 300-500 word statement outlining how the scholarship would impact your life and assist with your studies.
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When will I know the outcome?
Applicants will be advised of the outcome via email within 6-8 weeks after the closing date.
What are the benefits?
Approximately $5,000.
One or more awards may be offered from this amount
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