Application is now open for the Flinders University Community Bridging Services (CBS) Scholarship. Interested candidates are encouraged to send their applications in before the deadline date.
About Flinders University and Scholarship
Flinders University stands as a beacon of academic excellence and innovation, with a history dating back to its establishment in 1966. The university, named in honor of the intrepid British navigator Matthew Flinders, renowned for his exploration of the Australian and South Australian coastline in the early 19th century, has flourished into a prominent public research institution.
The heart of Flinders University is its main campus at Bedford Park, an expanse of 156 acres adorned with lush gardens and native bushland, creating an idyllic setting for academic pursuits. Beyond Bedford Park, Flinders extends its influence across 11 locations, encompassing South Australia and the Northern Territory. Campuses like Tonsley, Adelaide Central Business District, Renmark, Alice Springs, and Darwin contribute to the university’s widespread presence.
Distinguished as a member of the Innovative Research Universities (IRU) Group, Flinders has consistently demonstrated its commitment to academic excellence and research prowess. The university’s dedication to nurturing talent and ensuring postgraduate success was underscored by its leadership in postgraduate employment outcomes, a recognition bestowed upon it in the 2021 Graduate Outcome Survey – Longitudinal, as released by the Australian Government’s Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching.
Flinders University embarked on its academic journey on March 7, 1966, with an inaugural enrolment of 400 students. The momentous occasion of its opening was graced by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, while Peter Karmel assumed the role of the first Vice-Chancellor, and Sir Mark Mitchell became the first Chancellor.
A pioneering initiative early in its history was the integration of the Flinders Medical Centre (FMC), a state-of-the-art public hospital, with the university’s Medical School. This groundbreaking approach, the first of its kind in Australia, marked a significant leap in medical education and research. The acceptance of undergraduate medical students in 1974 further solidified Flinders’ commitment to advancing healthcare education.
The main campus, nestled in the southern suburb of Bedford Park, is complemented by additional sites in the Adelaide inner city at Victoria Square and Tonsley. Flinders’ reach extends to regional South Australia, southwest Victoria, and the Northern Territory, where it maintains external teaching facilities.
In alignment with its ethos of inclusivity and community engagement, Flinders University introduces the Community Bridging Services (CBS) Scholarship. This scholarship aims to provide support to students with disabilities pursuing a degree at Flinders, particularly those aspiring to contribute to community-focused careers. Generously funded by donations from Community Bridging Services (CBS) Inc., this scholarship seeks to empower and uplift deserving individuals. Each scholarship, valued at $3500, is disbursed in two equal installments after the census date of each semester.
Details about Flinders University Community Bridging Services (CBS) Scholarship:
Scholarship Sponsor: Flinders University, Australia
Scholarship Value: $3,500
Number of awards: 1
Study level: Undergraduate, Postgraduate
Host Institution(s): Flinders University, Australia
Eligibility Criteria for Flinders University Community Bridging Services (CBS) Scholarship
Applicants are advised to meet the following prerequisites to be qualified for the Flinders University Community Bridging Services (CBS) Scholarship:
- be enrolled in a Flinders University degree program; and
- possess an Access Plan and be registered with Disability Services.
*Access Plans can be seen on the webpage for disability services.
Selection Criteria
The Scholarship will be given out following:
- the degree to which the candidate’s educational goals align with their professional goals; and
- the degree to which the candidate may exhibit enthusiasm in and dedication to a profession centered on community support and engagement; and
- the extent to which the scholarship will help the candidate finance their education.
Scholarship selection will be carried out in coordination with counseling and health services in compliance with established university protocols.
Tenure
The Scholarship tenure is one year.
Leave
A maximum of one semester of leave is allowed following the conclusion of the scholarship’s first semester.
Application Process for Flinders University Community Bridging Services (CBS) Scholarship
Applications must be submitted electronically by the designated deadline using the Flinders University Student System. Since the information in the Student System will be used to evaluate you, please read the instructions on how to apply and make sure all of your personal information is current.
The Submission Deadline is: 11 March 2024
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