Blake Dawson Scholarship

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This scholarship was first offered in 1999 and is sponsored by Blake Dawson (formerly Blake Dawson Waldron) in memory of the late Rod Bush – the first Managing Partner of the Brisbane office.

This scholarship is to provide financial assistance to full-time law students entering their final year of study at QUT.

About Rod Bush

Rod Bush was the first Managing Partner of the firm’s Brisbane office, and had the enjoyable task of attracting new Articled Clerks to what was then an unknown southern firm in Queensland. Rod looked for “that extra spark of enthusiasm” and was impressed by applicants who worked hard to put themselves through university and managed to excel academically. Rod is sadly missed and Blake Dawson is pleased to dedicate this scholarship in his honour.

Who may apply?

Available for full-time QUT students undertaking the Bachelor of Laws degree (including double degrees) who will enter their final year of study at the time of application.

The scholarship is open to domestic applicants only.

What is the value of the Scholarship?

The scholarship is valued at the equivalent of 1 year of full-time HECS, which is paid as a cash stipend, with half of the amount being paid at the beginning of each semester.

 Note: in 2008, the total scholarship value was $8499. The exact value for 2009 will be determined after 1 October 2008, when the University releases the 2009 Study Costs. Please refer to the Student Services website for updated information.

Terms and condition

In determining the successful recipient, the selection panel will take into consideration the following:

• Academic merit
• Economic need
• Personal and professional achievements and qualities
• Career aspirations

Application Process

Applications for the Blake Dawson Rod Bush Memorial Scholarship normally close in October.

Applications for 2009 close on Friday 17 October, 2008.

The 2009 application form is available from the Scholarship and Prizes section on Student Forms.

Further information

If you require any further information or you have any queries regarding the Blake Dawson Rod Bush Memorial Scholarship, please contact the QUT Law School on (07) 3138 2707 or law.scholarships@qut.edu.au