Graeme Foster was an educationist for 63 continuous years - 42 with the Department of Education and 21 with the University of Tasmania. Graeme's inspirational leadership and commitment to education in Tasmania has encouraged Mr John Bowden, a director of the UTAS Foundation USA, to establish this scholarship in Graeme Foster's name.
Eligibility
Available to a student commencing an undergraduate or postgraduate course in education. Applicants should have an interest in teaching students in the early years of their education (K-2). Preference will be given to a student whose permanent address is in the north-west of Tasmania and who demonstrates financial need.
On-going Eligibility
To retain this award, recipients are required to achieve a minimum Pass result in all units studied each semester.
Amount
$4,000 per year
Duration
Up to four years
Closing Date
31 October 2020
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
Closed. Successful applicant/s advised.