Dr Margot McCarthy Memorial Scholarship for Women in Security

Overview

In 2023 the National Security College may offer an award known as the Dr Margot McCarthy Memorial Scholarship for Women in Security.
 
The objectives of the Award are to support and empower women who wish to enter the national security industry but do not have the means to do so.
 
Funding for this Award has been provided by the National Security College.

Field of study

National Security Policy

Eligibility

The Award is available to an ANU student commencing or continuing their studies in 2023 who:
  1. is a domestic student; and 
  2. identifies as a woman; and
  3. receives an offer of admission to or is currently enrolled in the Master of National Security Policy.

Benefits

The scholarship offers a stipend of a maximum of $36,000 ($24,000 per annum) paid in equal instalments at the beginning of each semester, for the duration of the program (up to 72 units).
 
The recipient is responsible for making payment of all tuition fees by the prescribed date as set out by the University each session. Recipients of the Award are responsible for the costs of books, study materials, accommodation and all other costs of study.

How to apply

As well as applying for admission to the Master of National Security Policy, applicants must:
  • Complete the application form
  • Attach a statement of aims of no more than 500 words to support their application
  • A current Curriculum Vitae of no more than 3 pages attached as part of the application
  • Two (2) academic written references.
The references must be "closed envelope" references are to be sent directly from the referee to the Senior Student Engagement Coordinator, at crawford.degrees@anu.edu.au  prior to the closing date.
 
The statement of claims should address the following questions:
  1. What are your reasons for undertaking the Master of National Security Policy?
  2. What are your long-term objectives and how will the degree help you achieve them?
  3. How do your circumstances align with the selection criteria listed in the conditions of award?

Further information

All enquiries regarding the should be made to:
 
Senior Student Engagement Coordinator
National Security College
Crawford School of Public Policy
ANU College of Asia and the Pacific