2008 Scholar Profiles
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Angela KittikhounSt Monica's College, VIC "I chose to study commerce at the University of Melbourne because of the world-class facilities and teaching methods. The new Melbourne model was extremely enticing as it meant that teaching standards and approaches were being paralleled to those on offer overseas. " |
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Raymond Wei Thek ChinMalaysia "Key factors that influenced my decision to study at the University of Melbourne are the quality of teaching, and the diversity of staff and students. Another key reason is the national and international recognition that the University of Melbourne has. My scholarship has definitely helped me in the form of financial assistance." |
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Astrid EngelsShepparton High School, VIC "The pullcard for studying at Melbourne for me was the New Generation Course as it allows me to expand my horizons and study something outside of my current degree. The flexibility of it lets me choose exactly what I want to do." |
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Sahil ShekharHaileybury College, VIC "A large part of my decision to come to Melbourne was the reputation of the University as a place where the most enthusiastic and passionate students and staff come to learn. The National Scholarship has broadened my horizons and given me the financial freedom to pursue a lot of opportunities that I might not have otherwise." |
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Layce VocaleMethodist Ladies College, VIC "The University of Melbourne has everything I needed and wanted in education to pave the future for my career. My course crosses over everything I am interested in and my scholarship has allowed me to obtain proper equipment for my studies." |
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Morgan ColemanGirton Grammar School, VIC |
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Lucy BardoelMelbourne Girls' Grammar, VIC "The main reason I chose to study Music at the University of Melbourne was due to the practical teaching staff, opportunities to travel abroad and the course structure which allows for both academic and practical study in the field of music. My Melbourne Access Scholarship has taken the pressure off having to worry about payment of HECS fees whilst the extra spending money has helped with living expenses during this semester." |






