Rio Tinto - Native Title Representative Bodies Scholarships

Scholarship Description

We are pleased to announce that Rio Tinto is once again offering two scholarships to lawyers currently working or interested in at working in Native Title Representative Bodies (NTRBs) or Native Title Service Providers (NTSPs). Successful candidates will undertake a one-year Master of Laws (LLM) in Mineral Law and Policy at the Centre for Energy, Petroleum and Mineral Law and Policy (CEPMLP) at the University of Dundee and must commit to work within an NTRB or NTSP for a minimum period of two years upon their return. To be considered for a scholarship, candidates must be Australian citizens or permanent residents, and normally reside in Australia. The total value is approximately AU$55,000. *2008 applications closed. 2009 details to be confirmed later int he year.*

Reference Number:	3605
Study Subject:	Native Title law
Web Address:	http://www.auroraproject.com.au/RioTintoScholarships.htm
Provided By:	Rio Tinto
To be undertaken at:	non-Australian institutions.
Level:	Post Graduate (Coursework)

Availability

This scholarship is offered annually to 2 people. Open for applications from February 18, 2008 until March 21, 2008.

Payment Information

The value of this scholarship is AUD55000 (maximum per award). This award is to be used for living expenses. This scholarship is paid for the period of 1 year.

Research Information

This scholarship is for one of the following fields of research: Law or Professional development of law practitioners.

Eligibility

This scholarship is for study in United Kingdom. Only citizens of Australia or permanent residents can apply.

Application Details

To apply for this scholarship you must consult the scholarship web site. Terms and conditions are subject to change. Always confirm details with scholarship provider before applying.

General info Richard Potok Aurora Project Phone: (02) 9385 9044 Email: scholarships@auroraproject.com.au Web Site: http://www.auroraproject.com.au