Marcus Oldham College Scholarship 2025-2026 Australia

Good news! Applications for the Marcus Oldham College Scholarship are now open. In this article, we provide complete details about this scholarship program, its benefits, and the application process step by step.

The Marcus Oldham College Scholarship 2025–2026 is a partially funded award for international students pursuing undergraduate studies. The Dr. Alastair Mackenzie International Scholarship Fund contributes $5,000 toward tuition fees in the applicable academic year.

Marcus Oldham College offers a unique education designed for students passionate about building careers in the Australian Wool Industry. The program covers different aspects, including wool science and technology, wool growing, and textile production.

The Dr. Alastair Mackenzie Scholarship is sponsored by WISS Woolbrokers, a grower-owned and managed wool brokerage established in 1979. Additional support comes from BJ Underwood Pty Ltd, the Australian Wool Education Trust, and the Geoff & Helen Handbury Foundation.

Scholarship Summary

• Level of Study: Undergraduate

• Institution(s): Marcus Oldham College

• Study in: Geelong, Australia

• Opportunity Focus Areas: Agriculture, Wool Science and Technology, Plant and Crop Sciences, Textile Production

• Program Duration: One year

• Deadline: August 04, 2025

Scholarship Coverage

Marcus Oldham College Scholarship provides the recipient with the following benefits:

• The scholarship covers $15000 of the fees in the appropriate academic year(s) unless otherwise agreed by the college.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the Marcus Oldham College Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Required Languages: English

• Eligible Countries: All World Countries

• This scholarship is available to applicants enrolled or intending to enroll in Year 1 of the Agriculture Program.

How to Apply for Marcus Oldham College Scholarship?

Please follow the following instructions to avail this scholarship:

(1) Apply for an admission offer from the Marcus Oldham College by clicking here.

(2) Prepare the following documents:

• Your CV with the contact details of two referees

• A statement of your Year 12 results and university ENTER score if applied for

• Scholarship essay: 500-word essay answering the following question: “In applying for this scholarship you are signaling your interest in a career in the sheep and wool industry. What future activity in the industry do you wish to pursue?”

• College essay: 100-word essay answering the question “What are your career goals and aspirations?”

(3) Submit your scholarship application using:

• The email: scholarships@marcusoldham.vic.edu.au.

• The Fax number 03 5244 1263

• Submit the application by post to the following address.

• Scholarship Coordinator

• Marcus Oldham College
  Private Bag 116
  Geelong Mail Centre VIC 3221

Notes:

1. Applicants can submit for more than one scholarship, but they can only receive one scholarship in any one academic year. If you’re applying for more than one scholarship, one copy of your CV and one copy of your College essay is sufficient.

2. Acknowledgment of receipt of the application will be emailed to the email address you provided on your CV.

3. Applicants who are shortlisted for an interview will be advised approximately three weeks before the interview date. Interviews will be conducted on campus at Marcus Oldham on 2 September 2024. The College does not conduct scholarship interviews via Skype, Facetime, or Phone, except for international applicants. If no applicants are deemed to meet the selection criteria scholarships may not be awarded. The College also reserves the right to extend the closing and interview dates.

4. The successful applicant will receive a Scholarship Letter of Offer and must advise the College in writing, of acceptance of the scholarships and obligations as a recipient within 7 days of written notification.

Website

To know more about Marcus Oldham College Scholarship, please visit the official website:

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