Clyde and Norma Spearritt Scholarship

The Clyde and Norma Spearritt Scholarship was established in 2021 under the Create Change Scholarship Match Initiative through gifts by the family of Clyde and Norma Spearritt in honour of their lifelong commitments to education. This scholarship is designed to support students enrolled in the Bachelor of Education (Primary) or Bachelor of Education (Primary) (Honours) at the University of Queensland who can demonstrate financial need. The scholarship provides $4,500 per year for up to 4 years to help students pursue their education degrees. Selection is based on demonstrated financial need, commitment to education, academic capability and future academic potential, and any other evidence relevant to future success in the field of education. One scholarship is awarded annually, with applications typically opening in March and closing in April. Recipients are selected by a panel that reviews applications based on short statements addressing the selection criteria. This scholarship aims to reduce financial barriers for students pursuing careers in primary education.