About the university of newcastle

The University of Newcastle is a progressive, dynamic institution recognised for research achievement, teaching innovation and access to higher education for disadvantaged groups. Our reputation as a higher education institution of distinction is built on the achievements of many members of the University's community. Recent highlights include:

• A strongly positive report from the Australian Universities Quality Agency that recognised the University as a vibrant and well-managed institution with enthusiastic students and staff
• Growing demand to study at the University with a record enrolment in 2008 of 30,340 students
• Recognition for our academic staff with seven Citations for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning from the Australian Learning and Teaching Council, three Quality Teaching Awards from the State of New South Wales, eight externally funded research fellowships and the appointment of an additional Laureate Professor
• Continued research funding success with almost $25 million in new project funding from the Australian Research Council and National Health and Medical Research Council
• Expanded work-based learning opportunities for our students, including sending 40 Bachelor of Communication students for work experience at the 2008 Beijing Olympics and Paralympics
• Greater collaboration and engagement with our communities through a wide range of public lectures, conferences and community-based projects particularly relating to Indigenous and environmental issues

Through the commitment of our staff, students, local communities and industry partners, the University is well positioned for further growth and success.

how the university of newcastle & cefa partnership works for cefa students

The University of Newcastle's commitment to helping greater numbers of rural youth achieve their tertiary goals is demonstrated by their Education Partnership with CEFA.

To support those rural students who receive grants from their local education foundations, Newcastle provides additional financial assistance.

Eligiblity for co-funding from Newcastle is based on the following criteria:

• Co-funding is only available to students who have received grants from their local Education Foundations and who are currently studying at the University
• First year students will be given co-funding priority. Any funds remaining after the distribution to first year students will be distributed among students in second, third and fourth year studies
• Students will receive a dollar-for-dollar grant match unless the total of the grants of all CEFA students at the University of Newcastle in a particular year is greater than the University's annual allocation. If the annual limit is exceeded, CEFA will pro-rata the grants and cap co-funding at $1,500

university of newcastle's assistance for all rural students

University of Newcastle students are able to access a variety of scholarships and grants. These are not limited to CEFA students - all students are welcome to apply according to the selection criteria. Some of the Newcastle scholarships and grants include:

David Beer Undergraduate Scholarship
Twelve scholarships are offered, each valued at $4,000 per annum for the minimum duration of the program paid each semester after the HECS census date.

Equity Scholarships Scheme University of Newcastle (ESSUN)
$3,000 per annum for standard duration of degree

For more information on the University of Newcastle and the scholarships and grants it offers, please visit the following websites:

• Home - www.newcastle.edu.au/
• Scholarships section - webapps.newcastle.edu.au/scholarships/index.cfm

Campus locations

Callaghan – Newcastle
Ourimbah – Central Coast
Port Macquarie – North Coast