About this scholarship
In memory of Andrew who through his life, work and studies, reminded us of the importance of commitment, compassion, and lending a helping hand. Andrew had a passion for life and everything it had to offer. He shared this passion with those around him and spent many hours encouraging his fellow ACU students to do their best. Andrew’s first love was flying but he showed a deep commitment to the field of nursing, where he knew he could make a difference to the lives of others.
Scholarship type
Equity
Value
- This scholarship is valued at up to $3,000, to be paid in instalments of $1,000 per year.
- There is one scholarship available.
Student type
Future or Commencing Students
Eligibility
This scholarship is open to applicants who meet all of the following criteria:
- Commencing a new ACU course in Semester 1, 2025
- Citizenship: domestic
- Faculty: Health Sciences
- Course: Bachelor of Nursing (including Bachelor of Nursing double degrees)
- Campus: Brisbane
- Demonstrated special needs or disadvantage
Application process
Applicants will be required to provide the following as part of the application:
- A written statement* of approximately 200 words outlining:
- why you have chosen to undertake your degree.
- what you hope to achieve through your degree and how it will change your future.
- any hardships or barriers you have faced in accessing higher education (for example, special needs or disadvantage due to disability or chronic medical condition, geographic location or financial, social or cultural factors)
- Evidence of hardships or barriers outlined in your written statement
*Statements are assessed on content, not language skills. If you access assistance from advisors, tutors or AI technology to complete your personal statement, please ensure that your submission accurately reflects your personal situation with regards to the criteria.
Selection criteria
Applications are assessed based on the strength of the following criteria:
- Written statement
- Hardships, special needs and disadvantage
Selection process
Applicants will be shortlisted by the Scholarships Office and a recipient selected by the donor or their nominated representative.
Ongoing requirements
To remain eligible for this scholarship, recipients are required to maintain the following each semester for the duration of the scholarship:
- Minimum Pass grade for at least two-thirds of credit points
Other
Recipients will be requested to submit an Impact Statement for the donor explaining how the Scholarship has assisted them. The letter should be submitted to the Scholarships Office no later than 1 October each year.
Andrew Aitken Memorial Nursing Scholarship
About this scholarship
In memory of Andrew who through his life, work and studies, reminded us of the importance of commitment, compassion, and lending a helping hand. Andrew had a passion for life and everything it had to offer. He shared this passion with those around him and spent many hours encouraging his fellow ACU students to do their best. Andrew’s first love was flying but he showed a deep commitment to the field of nursing, where he knew he could make a difference to the lives of others.
Scholarship type
Equity
Value
- This scholarship is valued at up to $3,000, to be paid in instalments of $1,000 per year.
- There is one scholarship available.
Student type
Future or Commencing Students
Eligibility
This scholarship is open to applicants who meet all of the following criteria:
- Commencing a new ACU course in Semester 1, 2025
- Citizenship: domestic
- Faculty: Health Sciences
- Course: Bachelor of Nursing (including Bachelor of Nursing double degrees)
- Campus: Brisbane
- Demonstrated special needs or disadvantage
Application process
Applicants will be required to provide the following as part of the application:
- A written statement* of approximately 200 words outlining:
- why you have chosen to undertake your degree.
- what you hope to achieve through your degree and how it will change your future.
- any hardships or barriers you have faced in accessing higher education (for example, special needs or disadvantage due to disability or chronic medical condition, geographic location or financial, social or cultural factors)
- Evidence of hardships or barriers outlined in your written statement
*Statements are assessed on content, not language skills. If you access assistance from advisors, tutors or AI technology to complete your personal statement, please ensure that your submission accurately reflects your personal situation with regards to the criteria.
Selection criteria
Applications are assessed based on the strength of the following criteria:
- Written statement
- Hardships, special needs and disadvantage
Selection process
Applicants will be shortlisted by the Scholarships Office and a recipient selected by the donor or their nominated representative.
Ongoing requirements
To remain eligible for this scholarship, recipients are required to maintain the following each semester for the duration of the scholarship:
- Minimum Pass grade for at least two-thirds of credit points
Other
Recipients will be requested to submit an Impact Statement for the donor explaining how the Scholarship has assisted them. The letter should be submitted to the Scholarships Office no later than 1 October each year.