Foundation TAFE Scholarships

The Foundation TAFE Scholarships are offered by Federation University Australia to support students pursuing TAFE qualifications. These scholarships provide financial assistance of $1,000 to both new and continuing domestic students enrolled in Certificate or Diploma programs at the Ballarat or Wimmera locations. The scholarships are designed to help students overcome financial barriers and successfully complete their vocational education and training. With 20 scholarships available each year, this program demonstrates Federation University's commitment to supporting TAFE students in their educational journey. The Foundation category scholarships aim to provide foundational support to students pursuing vocational qualifications in various fields through the TAFE pathway. The scholarships are open to domestic students who are either commencing their studies or continuing their enrollment in TAFE programs at Federation University Australia. Applications for the 2026 scholarships open on January 5, 2026, and close on March 1, 2026.