Overview
Funded through the Federal Government's Indigenous Student Success Program (ISSP), this bursary is awarded annually by the Riawunna Centre, which provides a welcoming space for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to meet, study and access academic and wellbeing support and assistance.
Eligibility
- Available to an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander student who is from the north-west of Tasmania and is commencing or continuing study at the University of Tasmania in 2027 (excludes HECS fee waiver courses).
- Selection will be based on demonstration of financial need.
- Engaging with the Riawunna Centre, including participating in and attending Riawunna activities and events.
- IMPORTANT: Applicants who apply for this bursary MUST meet the Commonwealth definition of Aboriginality to be eligible.
- The Commonwealth definition of who is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person is as follows:
- is of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent,
- who identifies as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person, and
- is accepted as such by the community in which he/she lives.
Please see a link to the Confirmation of Aboriginality and/or Torres Strait Islander Descent Cover Sheet to support your application.
Students wishing to apply for this scholarship should apply for the University of Tasmania Indigenous Scholarships
On-going Eligibility
- Achieve a minimum Pass result in all units studied each semester
Amount
Up to $5,000
Duration
One year
Opening Date
11 September 2026
Closing Date
27 November 2027
Apply
Apply online prior to closing date. Applications cannot be submitted after closing date.
As applicants will be assessed on the quality of application, all questions should be answered in full. Please ensure care is taken with spelling and grammar.
Application status
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