Postgraduate scholarships quick guide for applicants

​Purpose of this document

This document explains the key eligibility requirements and evidence needed to apply for NSW Health postgraduate nursing and midwifery scholarships. It is designed to help applicants understand what documents to provide, when they are required, and how enrolment evidence is assessed at different stages of the process.

Following this guide will help you submit a complete application and avoid delays in assessment or payment. Additional documents may be requested if evidence is incomplete.

Timeline

Key Date

Stage

Tasks​

16 FebruaryApplications Open​
​31 March​Applications Close
24 April​Successful applicants notified via email address/es supplied by applicants in the application form
1 May​Closing date for accepting/declining offer
  • ​Accept or decline the offer
  • Provide bank details
  • Submit proof of finalised enrolment (post census date)
1 May​Unsuccessful applicants notified
​15 May - 30 June​First payment made*

* Final payment made to recipients on providing evidence of successfully completing requirements of the study program (academic transcript or equivalent). 

Evidence required

​Document type

​Evidence

​The document must include

Letter of Offer from your tertiary education provider

Your letter of offer or admission offer confirms the fee type. A Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) means most tuition fees are subsidised by the Australian Government, and you pay the student contribution only. Other offers are domestic or full‑fee paying places, which may or may not be subsidised.

  • Your full name
  • Education provider's name, letterhead, or logo
  • Course or program name
  • Award level
  • Proposed commencement period
  • Type of place offered/Fee type
  • Indication of fees
Initial enrolment advice
Enrolment advice or similar document confirms enrolment and applicant's intent to commence study before 1 June.
  • ​Your full name and student ID (if available)
  • Education provider's name, letterhead, or logo
  • Course or program name
  • Units/subjects enrolled
  • Commencement period
  • Study mode
Finalised enrolment

 

A current enrolment statement or official university letter dated after census date is required of successful applicants to confirm active enrolment prior to being awarded scholarship.

Census date: The date enrolment is finalised and fees are incurred; dates vary by education provider.

  • Your full name and student ID
  • Education provider's name, letterhead, or logo
  • Course or program name
  • Units/subjects enrolled
  • Commencement period
  • Study mode
  • Dated after education provider's census date
Academic Transcript

 

A completion letter/award letter or academic transcript (official or final) confirms successful completion of the study program

  • ​Issued by the education provider
  • Your full name and student ID
  • Course/program name
  • All required units completed
  • Course status as completed, requirements met, or equivalent
  • Relates to the study period funded by the scholarship

Note: Clear, complete documents (PDF preferred) to be provided. Screenshots not accepted.

Current as at: Thursday 12 February 2026
Contact page owner: Nursing and Midwifery