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Kathy Digwood & Rick Cummings Future Teacher Scholarship

Excellent teachers can change lives, playing a pivotal role in shaping the academic development, personal growth and character of their students. An exceptional teacher in each classroom is one of the most important resources we can provide children and young people. It is important to continue to prepare and produce high quality teachers. Rick and Kathy’s commitment to supporting learners, whatever their starting base may be, has inspired the Kathy Digwood and Rick Cummings Future Teacher Scholarship which will assist first year Bachelor of Education students who are facing financial and/or personal hardship.
No. of Scholarships:
1
Duration of Award:
1 year
Level of study:
  • Undergraduate
Semester Availability:
  • Semester 1
Study Area:
  • Education

Eligibility

To apply for this scholarship you must:

  • be an Australian Citizen
  • be in financial and/or personal hardship
  • Must be commencing 1st year of a Bachelor of Education:
    • Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary)
    • Bachelor of Education (Primary)
    • Bachelor of Education (Primary, 1-10 Health and PE)
    • Bachelor of Education (Secondary)

Successful candidates must study full-time at Murdoch University and be commencing their first year of tertiary study.

How to Apply

This scholarship opens for applications on the 5th October 2025. You will need your Murdoch Student ID to access the online application form.

You are welcome to express your interest in this scholarship by emailing us at mu_scholarships_eoi@murdoch.edu.au noting your name and the scholarship you are interested in within the subject heading of the email.  Expressing your interest will enable us to send you a reminder to be one of the first to apply for this scholarship as soon as it opens

Required Documents

To apply for this scholarship you must have the following:
  • Completed Application Form
  • Written character reference
  • Personal statement of no more than 500 words addressing:
    • the personal and/or financial hardship you are facing and the impact it is having on you
    • how the scholarship will assist you to be successful in your studies
 

Payment Method

Payments will be made directly into your nominated bank account in the following instalments:

  • $2,500 in week 7 or 8 of the semester you are awarded
  • $2,500 in week 7 or 8 of the consecutive second semester

All payments are subject to your ongoing acceptance and compliance with the  terms and conditions of the award.