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Port Waratah Coal Services Limited Undergraduate Scholarships

Donor

Port Waratah Coal Services Ltd

Establishment

This Scholarship was established by Port Waratah Coal Services Limited to support commencing undergraduate students at the University of Newcastle.

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply for this scholarship you must meet the following criteria:

  • Be enrolling in the first year of your first undergraduate degree
  • Be enrolled in any program studying any of the Engineering, Commerce, Accounting, Information Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Computing, Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Human Resource and Industrial Relations Disciplines
  • Be enrolled full-time.
  • Not hold another scholarship for the same program
  • Be an Australian Citizen or Be a Permanent Resident
  • Reside and/or have completed your HSC or equivalent within the Newcastle and Hunter Region

Required Documentation

If this documentation is not provided your application will not be processed.

After you have submitted your application, please print off the cover sheet provided and attach a copy of each piece of required documentation to it before sending in.

  • A written statement detailing your educational history, personal achievements and accomplishments, motivation, communication skills, extracurricular activities and career aspirations on graduation and in the longer term
  • Any additional information which you think may be of interest to the committee, such as awards, employment or personal references or special achievements

Benefit

Two (2) scholarships will be offered, valued at $7000 per annum.

Throughout the duration of the scholarship, the student will be provided the opportunity to work at Port Waratah Coal Services Ltd, during the period December to February, at the rate of $500 per week.

Selection

Selection of the scholar will be on the basis of:

  • Assessment of the required written statement
  • Performance at an interview
  • Academic merit, namely HSC performance or other entrance requirements.

    In the case of a tie, preference will be given to the student who has clearly demonstrated in writing their commitment to their chosen degree/discipline.


    Contact Details

    SCHOLARSHIPS OFFICER

    Hunter Hub
    University of Newcastle
    CALLAGHAN
    NSW 2308

    Phone: (02) 49216404 or (02) 49216539
    Fax: (02) 49216937
    Email: scholarships@newcastle.edu.au