Cost-of-living support will be given to tertiary students in a state government attempt to create the next generation of state school teachers.
Yan Yean MP Lauren Kathage said the program will offer strong support to students who need it most to allow them to focus on their studies.
“What an amazing opportunity this scholarship program creates for students who are currently learning in our classrooms but dream of one day leading them,” she said.
The Education Minister Ben Carroll announced the Secondary Teaching Scholarships program, an investment worth more than $93 million, with room for 4000 students to receive necessary financial support.
“The cost of living should not hinder a long and rewarding career in teaching and these scholarships will help our future educators overcome financial barriers so that they can focus on their important work,” he said.
“We are backing incoming university students, as they prepare to educate the next generation, by providing scholarships and financial support throughout their teaching degree and career.”
Scholarships are available to all Victorian students who enrol in an accredited secondary school or dual primary-secondary teaching degrees in 2024 and 2025 and meet the study load criteria.
Graduates are encouraged to work in a Victorian government secondary or specialist school after completing their degree, with further incentives available for two years as they start their teaching career.
The total scholarship amount for students who complete their studies is based on the HELP fees charged by the Commonwealth Government – which can range to between $18,000 for a four-year undergraduate degree or $9000 for a two-year postgraduate degree.
Information: vic.gov.au/scholarships-secondary-teaching-degrees
