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Value
Full Tuition
Eligibility

Students applying must meet the following criteria:

  • the College entry requirements
  • be a minimum of 25 years old
  • live in Queensland or the Northern Territory

Applicants need to show genuine aspiration to be committed to the agricultural industry for their future and have a need for financial assistance to attend Marcus Oldham College.

Dates
Closing date 29 July 2024 (5pm AEST)
Interview date Week beginning 2 September 2024
Supported by
Currawong
Background

Currawong is a steer backgrounding and fattening operation based in Western Queensland. Currawong offer the below scholarship to support an individual, whom, without financial assistance, would not otherwise be able to attend Marcus Oldham.

Requirements

Four weeks work placement within Currawong’s family business.

The successful applicant is required to spend four weeks.For an agribusiness student this will be during their four-week practical component in the third trimester (or their first and or second year) An agriculture student must arrange this placement themselves during trimester break times.

The recipient will acknowledge that the scholarship is for tuition fees only and they must meet the accommodation costs independently.

Question

How does your current financial situation prohibit you from attending Marcus Oldham? Please provide a detailed explanation, referencing alternative support options. Describe what you specifically hope to achieve as a result of being awarded this scholarship?

How to Apply