Provider: Australian Government, Department of Health and administered by the Australian College of Nursing.

The Puggy Hunter Memorial Scholarship Scheme is designed to encourage and assist Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students in health-related disciplines to complete their studies and join the health workforce. The PHMSS was established in recognition of Dr Arnold ‘Puggy’ Hunter’s significant contribution to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and his role as Chair of the National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation.

Duration

Funding is provided for the normal duration of the course.

Application

The PHMSS 2020 scholarship round will open for application Tuesday 1 October 2019, closing Sunday 4 November 2019.