New CEOWA Doctoral and Master scholarships
Application Package
Introduction
The Strategic Directions 2014-2016 – LEADing in a flourishing Catholic Education system highlight
the system importance of:
Learning – is what we do. We are committed to learning at every level.
Engagement – is essential. We are committed to Catholic Education’s mission through
positive relationships with all.
Accountability – is not optional. We have personal and collective responsibility for our
systems’ success
Discipleship – is our calling. We are committed to deepening our relationship with Jesus.
To support the new Strategic Directions 2014 – 2016 two new scholarships have been created.
Doctoral scholarship
This is a scholarship for two members of staff from Western Australian Catholic schools and/or the
CEOWA who are nearing completion of a doctoral degree. The scholarship will provide recipients
with up to one term’s funded leave to assist the writing and submission of their thesis for
examination. The maximum value of each scholarship is $30,000, to be provided to the employer
to cover salary costs.
Master scholarship
This is a scholarship for up to four members of staff from Western Australian Catholic schools
and/or the CEOWA for study of qualifications at Masters level, four from each LEAD focus area
(Learning, Engagement, Accountability and Discipleship). Each scholarship will provide recipients
with $2,000 to be used to cover units and degree fees associated with their degree
Contribution to Catholic Education
As part of the commitment, each scholarship recipient will need to demonstrate how their Doctoral
thesis or Master’s unit/course will enhance the Strategic Directions 2014 – 2016. The requirements
are covered in the application form.
In return for the scholarship, there is a requirement that professional learning sessions would be
conducted by the scholarship recipient across Catholic Education with the aim of broadening the
learning gained from the study/research.
Application process and submission
To apply for a CEO scholarship, applicants are required to:
1. Complete all fields associated with the attached CEO Scholarship application form.
2. Submit a resume highlighting your personal information, academic qualifications, Accreditation
status (if applicable), work history (including achievements), contacts for two professional
referees connected with your study and other information you deem relevant to the application
3. Write a one-page (maximum) cover letter, addressed to the Executive Director of Catholic
Education in Western Australia, Dr Tim McDonald. This letter cover:
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How you see your study benefiting Catholic Education, with particular reference to the
Strategic Directions 2014 – 2016; and
How you will make a personal contribution to Catholic Education as a result of your study.
Please forward your cover letter, LEAD scholarship application form and resume to Antoinette
Broadhurst, Administration Assistant, at broadhurst.antoinette@ceo.wa.edu.au or via mail to PO
Box 198, Leederville WA 6903.
Catholic Education
LEAD scholarship application form
Part A: Applicant details
Family Name
Title
Given Name(s)
Address
Occupation
Employer
Employer address
Work contact
Mobile contact
Email contact
Part B: Course details
1. What is the name of the university at which you are studying your degree?
2. What is the title of the degree you are currently enrolled in?
3. What date did you commence this degree
4. What is the anticipated completion date of your degree? (e.g. Semester 2, 2014)
Part C: Scholarship details
5. What LEAD Scholarship are you applying for? (LEAD Doctoral scholarship or LEAD Master
scholarship)
6. Please detail your previous tertiary education
Degree title
Institution
Year First
Enrolled
Year
Graduated
7. Are you currently in receipt of an equivalent award, scholarship or salary (if yes, please provide
details)
Part D: Research details: LEAD Doctoral scholarship applicants only
8. Please provide a one-page overview of your study/research area, covering the following points:
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Research area
Intended topic
Purpose of the research
Research question and sub-questions
Significance of the research and connection to the Strategic Directions 2014 – 2016
(LEAD)
 Any other information you believe relevant to this application
Part E: Degree details: LEAD Master scholarship applicants only
9. Describe your degree and explain its connection to the relevant LEAD focus area (Learning,
Engagement, Accountability and/or Discipleship)
Part F: Contribution to Catholic Education (all applicants to complete)
10. Please outline how you will contribute to system learning on completion of your study. Examples
may include presentations to the wider Catholic Education community, contribution to
professional learning networks, written articles in publications.
Part G: Referees (1 professional, 1 academic)
Title
Family Name
Given Name(s)
Position & Institution
Relationship
Contact Address
Postcode
Country
Phone (work)
Email
Title
Family Name
Given Name(s)
Position & Institution
Relationship
Contact Address
Postcode
Country
Phone (work)
Email
Please forward this application together with your covering letter and resume to Antoinette
Broadhurst, Administration Assistant, at broadhurst.antoinette@ceo.wa.edu.au or via mail to PO
Box 198, Leederville WA 6903.
DECLARATION:
By signing and/or submitting this application form:
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I confirm the information contained in this application including any documentation
I have attached is true, accurate and complete.
I confirm this application has the support of my direct supervisor (if applicable) and
principal.
Applicant Signature
Date