2026 La Trobe University J.H. Sawyer Diploma to Degree Scholarship

The Diploma to Degree Scholarship Program, generously established by James Sawyer, has been created to strengthen educational pathways and support local students transitioning from vocational to higher education. The program provides dedicated financial assistance to students who complete a diploma in Early Childhood Learning, Community Services, or Nursing at Wodonga Institute of TAFE and progress to a related bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education, Social Work, or Nursing offered or supported at the La Trobe University Albury-Wodonga Campus.

By creating a clear and supported pathway from diploma to degree, the program aims to build workforce capacity in key community sectors across the region and deliver long-term benefits to the Albury–Wodonga community.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Interview Process
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineMarch 15, 2026
• Value$10,000 per annum
• Study LevelUndergraduate
• SponsorLa Trobe University
• Eligible CountryAustralia

Benefits

• $10,000 per annum for course duration.

Requirements

To be eligible to apply for this scholarship, applicants must:

• Have completed a diploma in Early Childhood Learning, Community Services, or Nursing at Wodonga Institute of TAFE
• Be enrolled in one of the following:

1. Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (Online)
2. Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) (Albury-Wodonga)
3. Bachelor of Nursing (Albury-Wodonga)

Please note: La Trobe University will review enrolments and applicants annually and may adjust awards distributed across degrees based on demand, changes to course profiles at Wodonga Institute of TAFE and La Trobe University and students demonstrating outstanding performance and commitment.

Selection Process

Recipients of the scholarship shall be selected by the University based on their:

• submission of the application form that includes the names of two referees from Wodonga Institute of TAFE

Check also:
ANU Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend Scholarship 2026
University of Canberra Research Scholarships 2026

Application Deadline

March 15, 2026

How To Apply

Are you qualified and interested in this opportunity? Kindly go to La Trobe University on www.latrobe.edu.au to apply

Contact: Albury-Wodonga Head of Campus, [email protected]

For more information, kindly visit La Trobe University scholarship webpage.