Ford Blue Oval Scholarship

Ford Australia is investing in local talent to promote excellence, innovation and diversity within the community. Ford Australia’s involvement with STEAM-based (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) initiatives to encourage people to cultivate an interest in the STEAM fields, keeping them engaged throughout the education process, from early years to senior high school and university.

The Ford Blue Oval Scholarship aims to support a student studying in the second or third year of a Bachelor of Engineering course at Swinburne University of Technology to the value of $7,500 for one year.

Single or double degree Bachelor of Engineering courses at Swinburne University:

• Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) 
• Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Professional) 

To be eligible for the Ford Blue Oval Scholarship, applicants must:

1. Meet the following criteria:
   • be an Australian citizen or an Australian permanent resident
2. Meet the following enrolment criteria:
   • be a continuing second or third year student in Semester 1, 2024
   • be enrolled full-time in an eligible course (see courses eligible in section above)
   • studying on-campus
3. Achieved a minimum Credit average (60%) in units completed
    
4. Provide evidence of extra-curricular service to the community and leadership qualities using documents such as:
   • Reference letter
   • Certificate of participation
5. Provide a resume or curriculum vitae
    
6. Provide a personal statement of no more than 500 words outlining the following points:
   • your passion for engineering and innovation 
   • how you hope to pursue this in your future career

The scholarship is valued at $7,500 for one year only.

There are 2 scholarships available.

Applicants should complete an online application form and submit with all supporting documentation. Applications close 30 April 2024. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

For assistance when completing your application, please view the Scholarship Application Help Guide.

Fees and Scholarships Team, Student Administration and Library Services

scholarship@swin.edu.au