Application is now open for the Vice-Chancellor Domestic Academic Excellence Scholarship at Flinders University. Interested applicants are encouraged to send in their applications before the deadline date.
About Flinders University and Scholarship
In the latter part of the 1950s, the University of Adelaide’s North Terrace campus found itself on the brink of reaching its capacity. Recognizing the need for expansion, Premier Thomas Playford made a significant announcement in 1960, designating 150 hectares (370 acres) of state government-owned land in Burbank, later known as Bedford Park, for the establishment of a second campus under the University of Adelaide’s banner.
The ambitious endeavor began its planning phase in 1961, led by the principal-designate of the new campus, the esteemed economist and professor Peter Karmel. Karmel held a firm belief that this additional campus should operate independently from the North Terrace counterpart. His vision was for the Bedford Park campus to be a space free from traditional constraints, fostering innovation.
Capital works commenced in 1962, fueled by a grant of £3.8 million from the Australian Universities Commission. Architect Geoff Harrison, collaborating with the architectural firm Hassell, McConnell, and Partners, envisioned a new university that, with planned expansions, could eventually accommodate up to 6000 students.
Political changes in 1965 saw the Australian Labor Party, under Premier Frank Walsh’s leadership, winning the state election. The party aimed to diversify tertiary education and reduce the University of Adelaide’s hegemony in the state. Their vision culminated in declaring the Bedford Park campus an independent institution. Flinders University was officially inaugurated on March 25, 1966, with a ceremonial opening by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother. The inaugural Vice-Chancellor was Peter Karmel, and Sir Mark Mitchell assumed the role of the first Chancellor. Teaching commenced on March 7, 1966, with an initial enrollment of 400 students. As of 2022, Flinders University holds a position among the world’s top 300 institutions according to the Times Higher Education rankings.
One of the early and groundbreaking initiatives was the construction of the Flinders Medical Centre adjacent to the campus, setting the stage for the integration of the university’s Medical School within this innovative public hospital. This marked a pioneering move in Australia, with the Flinders Medical Centre accepting its first undergraduate medical students in 1974, followed by its official opening the subsequent year.
In a continuous commitment to academic excellence, Flinders University established the Vice-Chancellor Domestic Academic Excellence Scholarship. This scholarship, designed for high-achieving students embarking on undergraduate courses, offers substantial financial support of $10,000 per annum for up to four years. The scholarship is disbursed in installments of $5,000 each semester, contingent upon the recipient maintaining eligibility criteria. This initiative reflects Flinders University’s dedication to fostering a vibrant and intellectually enriching academic community.
Details about the Vice-Chancellor Domestic Academic Excellence Scholarship at Flinders University:
Scholarship Sponsor: Flinders University, Australia
Scholarship Value: $10,000 per annum
Number of awards: 10
Study level: Undergraduate
Host Institution(s): Flinders University, Australia
Eligibility Criteria for Vice-Chancellor Domestic Academic Excellence Scholarship
Applicants are advised to meet the following requirements to be eligible for the Vice-Chancellor Domestic Academic Excellence Scholarship at Flinders University:
- Possess a permanent humanitarian visa, be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, or be a permanent resident of Australia; and
- Be applying to SATAC to begin a Commonwealth Supported Student undergraduate program at Flinders University; and
- Has as their first application choice a course that qualifies; and
- Possess finished year 12 the year before starting university coursework;
- Have an equal year 12 score or an ATAR of 99.5 or above (adjustment factors excluded).
Selection Criteria
Using the applicant’s university entry score, selection will be made based on academic merit. The candidate(s) will be chosen in line with the protocols that the Director of Student Administration has authorized.
Application Process for Vice-Chancellor Domestic Academic Excellence Scholarship
A scholarship application will be considered only if it is submitted for a course that qualifies. The scholarship will be awarded to applicants who, in time for the first offer round, have a qualifying Flinders University course as their first SATAC preference. You can also visit the official website for further details.
The Submission Deadline is: January 3, 2024
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