The Margaret Abernethy Scholarship for Leadership in Community Engagement was established by was established by the Melbourne Foundation for Business and Economics in honour of Professor Emerita Margaret Abernethy, former Dean of the Faculty of Business and Economics, and offered to high achieving students who demonstrate outstanding leadership skills in community engagement.
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Summary
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Benefits
- This scholarship provides a living allowance of $16,000.
Recipients of the scholarship will also receive:
- Access to the Faculty’s Career Mentoring Program
- Invitations to a variety of leadership events hosted by the Faculty
- An academic mentoring opportunity with Professor Emerita Margaret Abernethy, the Sir Douglas Copland Chair of Commerce and former Dean of the Faculty of Business and Economics.
Requirements
To be considered for this scholarship, you must:
- Be a currently enrolled full-time student who has completed the first year of the Bachelor of Commerce degree (completed at least 100 points of study)
- Not be in your final year of the Bachelor of Commerce
- Be able to demonstrate community engagement in Australia
Selection Process
The scholarship will be awarded by the Faculty of Business & Economics on the recommendation of the Dean of the Faculty (or nominee). Selection is based on:
- Participation in activities or organisations which demonstrate involvement in community or volunteer work undertaken within Australia.
- Academic merit, interpersonal skills and leadership potential, and interview performance.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview.
Application Documents
Your application will require:
- A cover letter addressing the scholarship's eligibility criteria
- Your resume
- A copy of your current Statement of Results (freely available from the Student Portal)
Application Deadline
September 27, 2026How To Apply
For more information, kindly visit the University of Melbourne webpage.
