Kerry Landman Scholarship

The Kerry Landman Scholarship supports high-achieving mathematics graduates that demonstrate a passion for education and wish to train as mathematics teachers. This scholarship is valued at up to $60,000 in total and students with a mathematics major who are enrolling in a Master of Teaching (Secondary) at the Melbourne Graduate School of Education are encouraged to apply. The scholarship aims to address the shortage of mathematically trained teachers who can passionately communicate the beauty and applications of mathematics to encourage, inspire and empower students to succeed. A successful candidate will have the potential to become a leader in mathematics education.

What are the benefits?

$30,000 annually for the duration of the Master of Teaching (Secondary) degree provided in equal instalments each semester.

To be eligible for this scholarship, you must:

• have a recent (5 years or less) undergraduate degree (or higher qualification) with a major in mathematics
• be enrolled or enrolling in the 2024 intake of the Master of Teaching (Secondary) course (Mathematics Learning Area, or its successor) at the Melbourne Graduate School of Education
• be an Australian citizen or permanent resident

Consideration will also be given for applicants who demonstrate financial need – assessed by the completion of the financial assessment component of the application form

Selection criteria:

Eligible applicants will be assessed on the merit of their application including :

• academic achievement in previous studies as determined by course weighted average
• aspirations as a mathematics teacher provided by written statement (not more than 1000 words)
• background and experience of the candidate demonstrated through a curriculum vitae
• consideration of financial need

If deemed necessary by the Selection Committee an interview may be required and/or referees contacted.

To remain on the scholarship in the second year of the course the recipient will need to:

• continue the Mathematics Learning Area
• achieve 75% or above in the Mathematics Learning Area subjects and 75% or above average in the first year of the course, taking into account the personal circumstances of the recipient
• take Clinical Teaching Practice 1 & 2 in a school with female enrolments
• demonstrate outstanding teaching practice in the Master of Teaching (Secondary)
• meet the requirement for the National Literacy and Numeracy Test (required for all first year Master of Teaching students)
• provide a written statement on their impact during teaching placements in addressing the challenges in delivering mathematics curriculum, including motivating students through the provision of context, and inspiring and fostering the participation of girls in mathematics