UQ Economics Year 12 Scholarships for Australian Students

Australia. University of Queensland.

Each year The School of Economics offers two three-year scholarships for outstanding Australian students who are seeking admission to the Bachelor of Economics (BEcon) degree at The University of Queensland (UQ).

Each scholarship valued at over $25,000. For study started in 2009, Two scholarships are available to students who are completing Year 12 studies in 2008:

• One for a Year 12 domestic student (non-ATSI)
• One for an Aboriginal / Torres Strait Islander student

Scholarship recipients who are accepted into the one year BEcon (Honours) program are eligible to apply for an Honours Scholarship.

Basis of Award

• Criteria based on Year 12 Overall Position and broad academic achievement in Years 11 and 12. Interviews may be required.
• Previous study of economics at school or college is not required for enrolment in the BEcon degree, nor for the scholarship.
• Students with a strong maths/science background are encouraged to apply.
• For successful scholarship candidates seeking to undertake the BEcon as part of a dual program, the scholarship will cover the BEcon component i.e. 36 units required for the BEcon.

To apply please download the Application form. The closing date for applications is on 21 November 2008. Further enquiries can be obtained from scholar@economics.uq.edu.au

http://www.uq.edu.au/economics