Deakin Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship Deakin recognises students with consistently high academic performance with the potential to make a leading contribution to the University and its communities. Successful applicants will receive: • a full 100% tuition scholarship or a 50% partial tuition scholarship; • acceptance into Deakin’s signature student leadership program: the Vice-Chancellor’s Professional Excellence Program (VCPEP). Participation in the VCPEP is a requirement for all Deakin Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship recipients. The program provides personalised support to scholars to help them achieve their personal and professional goals during their time at Deakin.
You can find out more about the program by visiting deakintalent.deakin.edu.au/vcpep. Deakin International Scholarship Successful applicants will receive:
• 25% partial tuition scholarship;
• unsuccessful applicants of the Deakin Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship will automatically be considered for the Deakin International Scholarship. Eligibility and selection Applicants must:
• be prospective international students;
• be eligible to study at Deakin University;
• not have accepted any other Deakin scholarship or bursary;
• meet the academic criteria:- Deakin Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship: An 85% average (or equivalent) in previous studies
– Deakin International Scholarship: A 65% average (or equivalent) in previous studies Selection of successful applicants for the fixed number of scholarships will be competitive and may require average scores above the stated minimum requirements. Supporting documents Deakin Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship applicants are required to provide:
• completed Deakin International Scholarship Program application form (see reverse side of this flyer);
• personal statement (300 words);
• two references who can comment on your community engagement and/or leadership capacity
• completed application to study at Deakin, including academic transcripts. Deakin International Scholarship applicants are required to provide:
• completed Deakin International Scholarship Program application form (see reverse side of this flyer);
• personal statement (300 words);
• completed application to study at Deakin, including academic transcripts. Your personal statement must be written by you and reflect your personal views. It should contain:
• an outline of why you want to study at Deakin University;
• an overview of any extracurricular activities and work experience (paid or voluntary) you have undertaken;
• why you think you would make an outstanding ambassador for Deakin University;
• any other information that will assist your application. Applicants may also be asked to attend an interview.
How to apply You can apply for these scholarships online by visiting deakin.edu.au/scholarships.
Alternatively, complete the application form on the reverse side of this flyer. More information For more information, contact Deakin University by phone: +61 3 9627 4877 or send an email to deakin-international@deakin.edu.au.
