The University of Queensland is now inviting applications for the Trevor Heath OAM Rural Scholarship, a valuable opportunity for aspiring veterinary students from regional, rural, or remote areas of Queensland. This scholarship supports future Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours) students who demonstrate financial hardship, helping them begin their studies with confidence.
Eligibility for the Trevor Heath OAM Rural Scholarship requires applicants to be commencing their first year of the Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours) at UQ, with no prior tertiary study. Candidates must come from a regional, rural, or remote area in Queensland and be able to demonstrate financial hardship. Both domestic and international future UQ students may apply.
The University of Queensland (UQ) is one of Australia’s leading research-intensive universities, renowned for its academic excellence, world-class facilities, and vibrant campus life. Located in Brisbane, UQ offers a wide range of programs across science, engineering, health, business, and the humanities, attracting students from around the globe.
The University of Queensland Information
Founded in 1909, The University of Queensland is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium-sized town of St Lucia (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Queensland. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Herston, Gatton. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Department of Education and Training, Australia, The University of Queensland (UQ) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: over-45,000 students) coeducational higher education institution. The University of Queensland (UQ) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 109 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.
Offered Benefits
• Scholarship value of at least $6,000.
• Support available for up to 5 years to assist students throughout their veterinary degree.
Application Process
Apply via the online application portal.
Applicants must provide:
• Proof of financial circumstances (e.g., tax return, Centrelink statements).
• A personal statement.
You may save your application and return to complete it later. Ensure all supporting documents are attached before submission.
Deadline: Submit the completed online application by 11:59 PM AEST on 31 March 2026.