Schiavon Scholarships:
The Schiavon Scholarships are offered to students in the 150-point or 200-point Master of Journalism and Master of International programs at the University of Melbourne. The scholarship supports the development of a piece of journalism in any format.
University of Melbourne:
The University of Melbourne is the world-class public research university, located in Melbourne, Australia. It is the second old University in Australia. It was ranked 31st globally in 2021. Melbourne university has a world-class environment and gives professional educations to its students.
Degree Level:
Students willing to pursue a graduate degree may apply for this scholarship.
Study Areas:
Journalism and International Programs
Nationalities:
Schiavon Scholarships are for all International students.
Scholarship Benefits:
One or more annual scholarships offered from the total amount.
Recipients to:
- accept the award online within 21 days;
- provide a progress report mid-way through the program which must meet the satisfaction of the committee for payments to continue; and,
- submit a final report.
Eligibility Criteria:
To be eligible for this scholarship, you need to:
- be enrolled or enrolling in the 150-point or 200-point Master of Journalism or Master of International programs at the University of Melbourne.
Selection criteria
- Applications assessed and ranked on the project proposal, statement on career aspirations and portfolio of work they have completed demonstrating the applicant’s abilities.
Application Procedure:
Complete the online application form which includes the following supporting documents:
- A project proposal of up to 400-words for a major piece of journalism in any format, which is achievable and published in The Citizen and possibly co-published with other media outlets;
- A statement of up to 100-words outlining the applicant’s journalistic ambitions and how they are exploring opportunities in the profession;
- A budget listing project expenses, if relevant; and,
- A portfolio of published or unpublished journalism that demonstrates the applicant’s abilities.
Application Deadline:
The last date to apply for this scholarship is 20th September 2021.
