IGNITED (Initiative for a Girls Network in Information Technology and Engineering @ Deakin) Scholarships

These scholarships will be awarded to first year female students with the highest ATAR scores above 80 in either the Bachelor of Information Technology degrees (which include -Interactive Media, Games Design and Development, IT Security, and Computer Science and Software Development) , the Bachelor of Engineering degree (which includes major streams in Civil or Mechanical or Mechatronics and Robotics ), the Bachelor of Network Engineering or a combined course which includes at least one of the above single degrees.

Value

Cash payment or student contributions of up to $10 000 over the duration of course and academic mentor support.

Duration

Normal duration of the course.

Number per year

Up to eight

Eligibility

To be eligible for this scholarship you must be:

  • female
  • an Australian citizen or holder of an Australian permanent humanitarian visa
  • a future student (current Year 12 in 2011 in Australia) enrolling full time in one of
    the Bachelor of Information Technology, Bachelor of Engineering degrees or relevant combined degrees in a Commonwealth Supported Place.

Selection criteria

Achieve a minimum ATAR of at least 80.

How to apply

Applicants can apply directly to Deakin University via the Deakin Applicant Portal at www.deakin.edu.au/apply

Closing date

10 January 2012

Deakin University acknowledges the traditional land owners of present campus sites.

8th December 2011