[Australia] The Peace Scholarship Program for Indonesian Students

Don’t forget, the APPLICATION deadline is March 1st, 2005.

IDP Education Australia and AusAID Indonesia are offering you the opportunity to study abroad in Australia for one semester commencing July 2005. The scholarships are worth up to AU$20,000 and applications close on March 1st, 2005.

About the Scholarship

In Indonesia, the Peace Scholarship Program is managed by the IDP Indonesia office and supported by the Australian Agency for International Development (AusAID). Queensland Education and Training International and the Standard Chartered Bank.

What will I win?

In 2005 there will be five Peace Scholarships available for eligible students in Indonesia to study abroad in Australia for one semester commencing February 2005. Students who meet all the eligibility criteria outlined below are invited to apply for the Peace Scholarship.

Each scholarship is worth up to AU$20,000 and covers:

• Tuition fees for study abroad at the institutions listed below
• Funds to cover travel expenses, living costs, accommodation and other costs while in Australia
• Two day orientation welcome program in Sydney
• Other services and products offered by supporters of the Peace Scholarship Program including IDP Education Australia
• The opportunity to win an additional cash prize through the Peace Scholarship Recipient of the Year Award
• Lifetime networking opportunities with Peace Scholarship recipients from countries all over the world

Where will I study?

Australian institutions offering scholarships to students from Indonesia in 2005 are:

• Edith Cowan University, WA
• Flinders University, SA
• Central Queensland University, QLD

Candidates are strongly encouraged to indicate their own preferences for institution of study on the application form. Details on the level of English required for acceptance into study abroad programs at participating universities are listed here.

Although every endeavour will be made to place you in the university of your choice, the Peace Scholarship Program reserves the right to offer recipients scholarships at an institution other than those named by candidates, depending upon the availability of places.

IDP Education Australia staff at an office near you would also be more than willing to discuss your options with you and which of the available Universities would be most suitable to your needs. You can find details of where IDP offices are located here.

How do I apply?

STEP 1

Ensure you fulfil each of the selection criteria as detailed below:

• At the time of application you have completed at least three semesters and no more than six semesters of your first full-time undergraduate degree of an accredited course at a university in Indonesia
• You have achieved at least a 65-70% average mark in your degree to date
• You can fulfil the requirements for study abroad at the chosen host institution
• You can preferably gain credit transfer for your study abroad program in Australia for your degree at your home institution
• You have a level of English language proficiency that satisfies both Student Visa requirements for entry to Australia as well as host institution requirements
• You do not hold citizenship or permanent residency in Australia and have not previously studied overseas, either in Australia or elsewhere (unless on a scholarship or to study English)
• You are able to demonstrate a commitment to ‘global peace and understanding’ through community, academic or professional achievements
• You are able to indicate how the Peace Scholarship experience will enhance your professional development and help contribute to global peace and understanding
• You are able to demonstrate a financial need and that without this scholarship you would not have the chance to study overseas

STEP 2:

The following materials must be received by IDP Indonesia by March 1st, 2005:

1. Completed, printed and signed application form
2. Completed, printed and signed Agreement of Award Terms and Conditions
3. Certified true copy of English translated official academic transcript, including current year grades - certified either by an IDP office in the first instance; then Australian diplomatic mission, then university President / Rector / vice-chancellor or faculty dean.
4. Proof of English language ability including IELTS, TOEFL (paper-based or computer-based) or another recognised English language test (note: short-listed students who have not supplied IELTS or TOEFL scores will be required to sit an IELTS exam before their receipt of the scholarship is confirmed)
5. Two References/Testimonials in English
- One reference/testimonial from home institution (Dean or higher). This reference/testimonial must follow the format outlined on the Home Institution Reference Form and address the criteria requested
- One reference/testimonial from someone you have worked with on a particular community service project that you talk about in your application (preferably your supervisor), or from someone who can honestly discuss your involvement in community based activities and projects and who has known you for more than 2 years. This reference/testimonial must follow the format outlined on the Community Leader Reference Form and address the criteria requested.

Note: References cannot be submitted from a person to whom you are related.

What are the selection procedures?

All applications must be received by the Peace Scholarship Representative in Indonesia (details below) by March 1st, 2005.

In Indonesia, there will be 2 steps in the selection process:

1. Home Country Selection Round

All applications submitted to the Peace Scholarship Program will be reviewed by home country selection panels including IDP in-country staff, Australian diplomatic mission staff and industry representatives. This Panel will select students
- according to set standards and procedures implemented worldwide
- according to the quota set by the Peace Scholarship Program; and
- subject to final approval by the Peace Scholarship Program in Australia

2. Australian selection round

Short-listed applications successful in the Home Country Selection Round will be sent to the Peace Scholarship Program for final selection and placement at the participating universities.


Students will be notified of the results of their application and placement in an Australian University by May 1st, 2005.

Final award of the Peace Scholarship is subject to acceptance into the study abroad program at the selected institution as well as receipt of the appropriate visa to study in Australia.

Who can I contact for more information?

For more information regarding the 2005 Peace Scholarship Program please contact the Peace Scholarship Program representative in Indonesia:

Ms Rachmi Sjafei
Senior Project Officer
IDP South Jakarta
Jl. Terusan Gedung Hijau 1
Kav. 9, 01-E
Pondok Indah
Jakarta Selatan
INDONESIA
Ph. 750 3552; 750.2660
Email: rachmi.sjafei@idp.com

Alternatively email your questions and comments to globalpeace@idp.com or call +61-2-82512701.

Don’t forget, the APPLICATION deadline is March 1st, 2005.

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