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2008 Study Melbourne Scholarships

La Trobe University is offering a range of undergraduate scholarships to high achieving students from China, North America, Europe and the United Kingdom. The Study Melbourne Scholarships are being offered in cooperation with the Victorian Department of Innovation, Industry and Regional Development. They are available for international students commencing study in 2008.

Study Melbourne Scholarship recipients will be required to participate in the promotion of Melbourne/Victoria as a study destination for international students.

The following information outlines specific details of the scholarship program, course requirements, and country eligibility.

CHINA

The Faculty of Science, Technology and Engineering offers a select number of scholarships to outstanding international students from China who aim to undertake any Bachelor's degree program within the Faculty.

Value
Six scholarships will be awarded to the value of A$5000 each, for students commencing study at La Trobe in July 2008.

Eligibility
The scholarships are available to outstanding high school (Year 12) graduates from China who have achieved excellent results in their University Entrance Exam (Gao Kao)* AND who have achieved the following level of English language proficiency:
IELTS- a minimum overall band score of 6.0 with no individual band less than 6.0

* Students must meet university entrance requirements from Gao Kao.
See www.latrobe.edu.au/international/apply

See Applications Close and How to Apply below.

For further information:
La Trobe China Officer
Maggie Wang
Email: m.wang@latrobe.edu.au
Mobile: 13918409703
Fax: 86 21 58764076

NORTH AMERICA AND EUROPE

All Countries

One scholarship is available to an outstanding international student from North America and Europe for commencement into any undergraduate program in Semester 2, 2008

Value
One scholarship will be awarded to the value of A$5 000 for commencement in July 2008.

See Applications Close and How to Apply below.

 

Canada - Law

The Faculty of Law and Management, School of Law offers a select number of scholarships to outstanding international students from Canada for the:
Bachelor of Laws
Bachelor of Laws (Graduate Entry)

Value
Two scholarships will be awarded to the value of A$5 000 each for commencement in Semester 2, 2008.

See Applications Close and How to Apply below.

 
Nordic Countries - Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland

Two scholarships are available to outstanding international students from Norway, Sweden, Denmark, or Finland for commencement into any undergraduate program in Semester 2, 2008.

Value
Two scholarships will be awarded to the value of A$5 000 each.

See Applications Close and How to Apply below.

Eligibility

The scholarships are available to outstanding students from North America and Europe who have interest in promoting Melbourne as a study destination, and have achieved high marks from previous studies appropriate for entry into an undergraduate program AND the required level of English language proficiency: www.latrobe.edu.au/international/apply

Applications Close

For semester 2 2008 scholarships for China, prospective students must submit their application for admission to La Trobe University by 31 March 2008 for commencement in July 2008.

For Semester 2 2008 scholarships for students from North America and Europe, prospective students must submit their application for an admission to La Trobe University by 30 June 2008 for a July commencement.

How to Apply

Students must attach all documents required for application, their University Entrance Exam score where applicable, their statement of results (academic transcripts) and a written Statement of Purpose (in English). Scholarships will be awarded on the basis of academic merit and the written Statement of Purpose.

The Statement of Purpose should include:

  • Your academic merit
  • Your interest and commitment to promoting Melbourne and Victoria as a study destination to international students
  • What you hope to get out of your study experience.

Applications can be lodged with one of La Trobe University's representative agents or directly to:
La Trobe International
La Trobe University
Victoria 3086 AUSTRALIA
Tel: (+61 3) 9479 1199
Fax: (+61 3) 9479 3660
Email: international@latrobe.edu.au

A list of La Trobe University's representatives can be found at:
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/agents

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Last Updated: 3 July, 2008