Dr Thelma Bessell-Browne Scholarship

Edith Cowan University (ECU)

The Dr Thelma Bessell-Brown Scholarship was established in honour of Dr Leo Leriche's late wife Dr Thelma Bessell-Browne. Thelma was a teacher who dedicated her whole life to education, with a strong focus on reading and literacy in particular. The Dr Thelma Bessell-Browne Scholarship will be awarded to a student studying 4th Year in an Undergraduate Education degree who demonstrates a passion for education and a specific interest in reading and literacy.

Eligibility

The scholarship is open to Australian citizens enrolling in 4th-year study in an eligible course who demonstrate a passion for education and a specific interest in reading and literacy. Eligible courses are: Bachelor of Education (Primary); or Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Studies).

Further details

Applications open in January.

Amount $1,600

The scholarship is valued at $1,600, paid in 2 equal instalments of $800 in semester 1 and 2 following census date.

Closing date Early April
Number per year 1
Frequency Annual
Duration year
Student type Australian
Gender Co-Ed
For Australian students
For international students
Level of study Undergraduate / VET
Field of studys Education and training
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