Deadline: 24 March 2025
NACCHO is excited to announce that applications are open for the 4th year of the NACCHO Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Pharmacist Scholarship which provides subsidy and support for full-time equivalent prospective or current Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander pharmacy students.
Aims
- The scholarship program aims to build the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander pharmacist workforce and to raise the profile of the beneficial role that pharmacy and pharmacists can play in supporting appropriate and culturally safe care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Funding Information
- Each recipient will receive up to $10,000 per annum to contribute to university expenses. The scholarship also includes support and mentorship from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health professionals and organisations to ensure ongoing integration and connection with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community controlled health sector.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applications are open to those who:
- identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
- are enrolled (or accepted for enrolment) as a student at an Australian university in an undergraduate or postgraduate pharmacy program that leads to a qualification as a pharmacist
Application Process
- Eligible applicants are to submit:
- completed application form
- CV/resume with 2 referees and letters of support (if available)
- Applicants must declare in their application if they are currently receiving any other scholarship or bursary that contributes to university fees or study expenses.
- Previous recipients may reapply.
For more information, visit NACCHO.
