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Why Select Flinders University
 
Profile and mission
Flinders University is an integral part of Australia’s respected higher education system and an important contributor to the economy of the nation and the State of South Australia. It receives two-thirds of the annual funding from the Federal Government and one-third from research grants, links with industry, student fees and other sources.

The University was established in 1966 as part of a major expansion of Australian higher education aimed at providing greater opportunities to a far larger number and a more diverse representation of the population. From the start, it was committed to the principles of:
 
offering the highest quality of degree programs across close to the full range of academic fields and disciplines
improving equity and access for those groups who traditionally had not been included among university student populations
aspiring to the highest international standards of research
managing internal arrangements as non-hierarchically as possible.
In 1997, the University adopted a formal Statement of Intent. Since updated, it remains the explicit formulation of the fundamental philosophy and the basis on which planning and priority setting is based.

The document Flinders Strategic Priorities and Future Directions 2001-2005 was subsequently developed as a broad statement about the University as a whole for both internal and external audiences.

The distinctive characteristics
The following have been identified as the key characteristics of Flinders:

an internally cohesive university, which combines a participatory mode of governance with effective and responsible leadership, and with a sense of community characterised by a regard for the well being of students and staff and a commitment to equity, diversity and cultural inclusivity;
an outward-looking university which seeks out, listens to, takes seriously and meets wherever possible the needs of the multiple external communities that have expectations of universities generally and of Flinders in particular;
a university of academic breadth, depth and high quality which supports both disciplinary specialities and cross-disciplinary collaborations in education and research, encourages innovation and applies a future oriented critical perspective to all its current and proposed new activities.

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Why Select Central Queensland University

“CQU… Wherever You Are Going.”

Number one university in Queensland for attracting students from around the world. Almost 8,000 students are from 99 countries

The students are employed at or above national levels, earning more money than most other postgraduates

CQU is the only Queensland university to get a 5 star rating in Starting Salaries, Graduate Ratings, International Enrolments and Cultural Diversity
 
A leader in establishing strong research and cooperative ties to industries, including the $3billion Central Queensland light metals industrial network.

Internationally recognised for flexible and responsive learning systems

Responds to the marketplace by delivering unique interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary programs.

Fast-tracks studies so you graduate faster

Quote: “CQU has grown to become … one of the most successful universities in terms of recruiting international students. It’s also one of the largest employer in Central Queensland … This demonstrates how progressive universities like CQU take leadership roles in the Smart State.” – Premier Beattie, MP; Premier of Queensland & Minister for Trade

With campuses and teaching operations in 14 locations, CQU offers unmatched opportunities. International students can study in Australia’s major metropolitan cities including Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, plus the Gold Coast and Fiji

Teaching facilities are also in Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia.

Half of CQU’s students use the resources available at the domestic campuses in Rockhampton, Bundaberg, Emerald, Gladstone and Mackay including the Central Queensland Conservatorium of Music.
 
 Some of CQU’s special features
Central Queensland University is one of Australia’s fastest-growing universities. With 20,000 students it responds, replenish and resonate across diverse communities in the Pacific, South-East Asia and Australia.
The students are employed at or above national levels, earning more money than most other postgraduates – proof that Central Queensland University is delivering relevant, reputable education and research that’s grounded in intellectual rigor and personal attention.
 
Through collaborative arrangements, CQU is uniquely positioned to offer postgraduate researchers access to the region’s untapped potential – areas of global significance matched to the local capabilities. Areas like farming, extractive and processing industries, biodiversity and climatic studies, civil engineering, transportation and animal sciences… even the synthesis of new molecules.

Innovative learning strategies allow CQU to easily adapt to a more highly skilled and demanding global economy.

A complex and evolving University, CQU enters its second decade true to its doctrine of forever learning and its commitment to creatively drive change and expand knowledge in areas vital to the economic growth and success of the region.
Exciting locations
CQU campuses cater for international students in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Gold Coast and Fiji, in addition to the largest campus in Rockhampton.
Teaching operations in Hong Kong at Hong Kong College of Technology and Hartford Hong Kong, Singapore, & Hartford Malaysia.
Domestic campuses in Bundaberg, Emerald, Gladstone and Mackay (including the Central Queensland Conservatorium of Music).
Central Queensland University is a member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities, the Australian Vice-Chancellors’ Committee and the Australian Higher Education Industrial Association. CQU is one of only eight distance education centres in Australia and awards are recognised by the relevant professional associations.
Expand your international career options with quality, global qualifications from Central  Queensland University!

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Central Queensland University Introduction

Central Queensland University enjoys a reputation as one of Australia’s most progressive and innovative universities. In both teaching and research, the highly qualified and internationally recruited staff place emphasis on finding and challenging new frontiers in the specialist areas of the natural sciences, information technology, humanities, social sciences, media and communications, health and medical sciences, sport and human movement sciences, engineering, economics, business, education, arts and music.
 
The University’s motto is “Doctrina Perpetua” (Latin for “Forever Learning”). The college expects all of the staff and students to fully explore together the richness, diversity and excitement of academic study and research. The underpinning values are truth, accuracy, honesty, civility, and courage. The aim is to prepare you for leadership in your chosen profession and in your community by providing an environment in which you can grow ever stronger intellectually, emotionally, physically and, most important of all, spiritually.

You are a highly valued member of a large student family, rich in its diversity. Some of you are studying on the Central Queensland campuses; some on the East Coast campuses; and some in various locations overseas. Some will be attending classes on the campuses, some will be studying via a range of delivery methods at a distance, some will be studying full-time, others part-time. It sees the wonderful mix of student ages, nationalities and locations as one of the strengths of the educational programs and as an important element in your educational opportunity with us. The university is growing and it looks forward to your contribution to that growth and development.

Wherever you are, whatever your program of study, it is committed to help you achieve success. Please make the most of your CQU experience.
http://www.cqu.edu.au/

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Filling out scholarship applications can be very frustrating and confusing. Every scholarship has different requirements and different deadlines. It is difficult enough to finish just one college application let alone fill out several scholarship applications.

But don’t worry! I have a few tips that will help you get through the process a lot smoother.

Read The Applications carefully

Every scholarship is different. Unfortunately no two applications have the same requirements. One application may ask for 1000 word essay while another one may ask for a 500 word essay. That’s why it is so important to read and get a full understanding of what is required before you submit your application. Otherwise it will be discarded and you would have wasted precious time.

Prepare, prepare, prepare.

Have you ever heard the statement “proper preparation prevents poor performance”? The 5 P’s. This could not be further from the truth. You see, if you are smart, and I know you are, you will be applying for several scholarships in the hope of possibly going to school absolutely free. You don’t want to wait until the last minute and throw together an essay or personal statement. Prepare in advance. Practice your personal statement. I would recommend you start doing scholarship research and start writing the rough draft of your personal statement 6 months before the deadline. Take time out a few times a week to work on it. This is very important stuff. These companies look at thousands of applications a day. You want to make sure yours stands out.

Work within the space you are given

By this I mean do not use continuation sheets on your scholarship applications. They give you specific requirements for a reason. If they say 1000 words keep it at 1000 words. This is why it is so important to prepare. List only what is important for that particular application. If you have extra space after you do that then you can add in some extra stuff.

Give them what they want

Always give the provider of the scholarship exactly what they are asking for. If they are looking for someone with leadership skills then give them an example of your leadership skills. If they want someone with excellent writing skills then show that to them in your application. Use your personality traits to your advantage.

Explain why you want to study a particular subject

Many mess up on this step. They fail to give a logical reason why they want to study a particular subject. There has to be a reason why you chose your major of choice. Relay this in your application.

Proofread

Before you mail off your application make sure you proofread it. Have someone else proofread it as well. Sometimes a fresh pair of eyes can catch something you might not. Make sure you are getting your message across very clear. If it passes the 2 proofreads mail it off and believe for the best.

Finding money for college can be a very daunting and tedious task. For more articles, tips and information on scholarships and grants for college visit How To Get Free Money For College

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