Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Optometry Student Scholarship

Thank you for your interest in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Optometry Student Scholarship. In order to be eligible for this scholarship you must meet ALL the following criteria:

You must be 18 years of age or older.
You must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent; Identify as an Aboriginal person, and be accepted by your community and/or the community you live in.
You must be enrolled in or intending to enrol in a tertiary level related course – Optometry/Vision Science
You must be committed to maintaining enrolment as a full-time student during the term of the scholarship
You must be a member of Indigenous Allied Health Australia (IAHA). If you are not currently a member, you can apply here. Once your application has been approved, you can return to this page to apply for the Brien Holden Foundation Scholarship.
If you believe you are currently eligible for this scholarship, you can begin your application below.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Optometry Student Scholarship Application

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Eligibilty

I am 18 years of age or older.*

Yes

We are sorry, but you are not eligible to apply for a scholarship unless you are 18 or older.

I am of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent; Identify as an Aboriginal person, and I am accepted by my community and/or the community I live in.*

Yes

We are sorry, but you are not eligible to apply for a scholarship unless you are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent; Identify as an Aboriginal person, and are accepted by your community and/or the community you live in.

I am currently enrolled or plan to enrol in a tertiary level related course – Optometry/Vision Science*

Yes

We are sorry, but you are not eligible to apply for a scholarship unless you are enrolled in or plan to enrol in a tertiary level related course – Optometry/Vision Science

I will maintain enrolment as a full-time student during the term of the scholarship*

Yes

Please write a brief description regarding your commitment to your studies*

I am a member of Indigenous Allied Health Australia (IAHA).*

Yes

We are sorry, but you are not eligible to apply for a scholarship unless you are a member of Indigenous Allied Health Australia (IAHA). If you are not currently a member, you can apply here. Once your application has been approved, you can return to this page to apply for the Brian Holden Vision Scholarship.

Personal Details

Name*

First Last

Address*

Street Address Address Line 2 City State or Territory Post Code

Phone*

Mobile

Email*

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What allied health qualification are you intending to study or currently studying?*

What University are you intending to attend or currently attending?*

What year do you expect to graduate from your course?*

Selection Criteria

Describe what has been your driving influence/motivation in wanting to become a health professional in your chosen area of Optometry?*

How would you describe your financial hardship for this scholarship?*

Please outline how this scholarship would benefit you professionally, personally and culturally?*

Discuss what you hope to accomplish as a health professional? Your career aspirations?*

Discuss your commitment to study in your chosen course.*

Outline your involvement in community activities, including promoting the health and well-being of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.*

If you are a current student, please provide an approximate breakdown of costs to date i.e.: course costs, equipment, textbooks, travel, accommodation. What costs do you foresee on you course?

Do you know when this assistance would be needed?*

Yes

Start Date*

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Month

Year

End Date*

Day

Month

Year

Please provide a timeframe (ie: date range, month & year)*

Resume*

Please upload a resume outlining your education, interests and hobbies, work (volunteer and paid) history and achievements (no more than two pages).

Max. file size: 10 MB.

IAHA Engagement

Tell us about your IAHA engagement*

Accessibility

IAHA tailor and deliver services and experiences that are safe, inclusive and accessible to our members. If you have any information about yourself on how we can best support you, please provide us with what you feel comfortable in sharing. Any information that is shared is kept private and confidential.

Do you have any access or disability related requirements you would like IAHA to be aware of? (eg: allergies, any impairments or health concerns)*

Yes

Please tell us how we may be able to assist you.*

Declarations

I agree to provide a 500 word reflection for use in IAHA publications upon completion of my course/degree.*

Yes

I consent to have my photograph taken by IAHA and acknowledge and agree that my image may be used in IAHA organisational products.*

Yes

IAHA Code of Conduct*

Please verify that you have read the IAHA Code of Conduct Policy. You can click here to download if required.

I have read and agree to the IAHA Code of conduct policy.

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