Scholarship

2026 - Semester 1 - Moorditj Yorga Scholarship Program (Current Students)

Curtin University Original Source
Award

A$10,000 - A$10,000

Deadline

Feb 25, 2026

Deadline passed
Location

Australia

Applicants

individual

About This Opportunity

The Moorditj Yorga Scholarship Program supports mature-aged Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women to enter and succeed at Curtin University. 'Moorditj Yorga' means 'strong woman' in Nyungar language. The Scholarship recognises and celebrates the contributions of First Nations women to their families and communities, and acknowledges that applicants bring their own diverse life experience and knowledge. The Scholarship provides Moorditj women with individualised mentoring as they transition into their careers, building upon their personal and cultural strengths to enable them to become strong leaders and role models within their families and communities. Recipients receive support from a dedicated Moorditj Yorga Coordinator throughout their time at Curtin University, helping them succeed in their educational journey and future careers.

Duration 6 - 61 mo
Renewable (5yr)
Decision 9 weeks

Who Can Apply

Region
Australia
Citizenship
Australia
Project in
Australia
Applicants
individual
Age
25 - 151 years old
Gender
female
Priority for
indigenous

Application Details

Stages

  1. 1 single_stage

Review process

Applications assessed by panel considering responses to application questions, socioeconomic background, and optional reference letters or referee contact details.

Additional benefits

  • mentorship
  • career_services

Restrictions

  • no_concurrent_funding