About this scholarship
The scholarship reflects ACU’s commitment to supporting the next generation of innovators. This scholarship supports Indigenous students who are passionate about creating impact through innovation, leadership, and knowledge. It empowers recipients to pursue STEM qualifications that can drive positive change in their communities and beyond.
The scholarship aims to reduce financial barriers and promote equitable access to higher education.
Scholarship type
Equity
Value
- This scholarship is valued at $5,000, to be paid in one lump sum.
Student type
Future or Commencing Students
Eligibility
This scholarship is open to applicants who meet all the following criteria:
- Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander students (Confirmation of Aboriginality will be required)
- Must be commencing in Semester 1, 2027 in the Bachelor of Computer Science/Master of Data Science
- Campus: North Sydney
- Financial hardship
- Applicants cannot be in receipt of the NextGen Women in STEM Pathways Scholarship
Application process
Applicants will be required to provide the following as part of the application:
- A written statement* of approximately 250 words outlining:
- What draws you to studying this course
- The experiences, interests, skills, or personal qualities that sparked your curiosity in technology, computer science, or data science
- How you see this degree supporting your future goals
- Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander status (for more information on this requirement, please visit COA)
- Evidence of financial need, this can be any of the following:
- Most recent Tax Assessment Notice
- Centrelink Income Statement
- The most recent 60 days of bank transactions AND pay slips from the last 6 weeks
* 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
- Financial need
Selection process
The recipient will be selected by the Scholarships Office in consultation with the First Peoples Directorate.
Other
Recipients may be contacted by ACU to ask if they are interested in participating in the marketing of the scholarship. Participation is optional.
Indigenous Code and Data Scholarship
About this scholarship
The scholarship reflects ACU’s commitment to supporting the next generation of innovators. This scholarship supports Indigenous students who are passionate about creating impact through innovation, leadership, and knowledge. It empowers recipients to pursue STEM qualifications that can drive positive change in their communities and beyond.
The scholarship aims to reduce financial barriers and promote equitable access to higher education.
Scholarship type
Equity
Value
- This scholarship is valued at $5,000, to be paid in one lump sum.
Student type
Future or Commencing Students
Eligibility
This scholarship is open to applicants who meet all the following criteria:
- Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander students (Confirmation of Aboriginality will be required)
- Must be commencing in Semester 1, 2027 in the Bachelor of Computer Science/Master of Data Science
- Campus: North Sydney
- Financial hardship
- Applicants cannot be in receipt of the NextGen Women in STEM Pathways Scholarship
Application process
Applicants will be required to provide the following as part of the application:
- A written statement* of approximately 250 words outlining:
- What draws you to studying this course
- The experiences, interests, skills, or personal qualities that sparked your curiosity in technology, computer science, or data science
- How you see this degree supporting your future goals
- Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander status (for more information on this requirement, please visit COA)
- Evidence of financial need, this can be any of the following:
- Most recent Tax Assessment Notice
- Centrelink Income Statement
- The most recent 60 days of bank transactions AND pay slips from the last 6 weeks
* 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
- Financial need
Selection process
The recipient will be selected by the Scholarships Office in consultation with the First Peoples Directorate.
Other
Recipients may be contacted by ACU to ask if they are interested in participating in the marketing of the scholarship. Participation is optional.