Osiecki Family Foundation Clinical Placement Scholarship

The Osiecki Family Foundation Clinical Placement Scholarship aims to support students enrolled in the Bachelor of Health Science (Health and Lifestyle) and/or the Master of Naturopathic Medicine, during their professional learning and placement. The scholarship prioritises creating meaningful community impact, particularly within disadvantaged or remote communities and fostering student development through enhanced professional growth and career progression.

Applications for this scholarship will close Friday, 13 February 2026. Apply now.

Health at Southern Cross University

At the National Centre for Naturopathic Medicine, our mission is to contribute meaningful solutions to healthcare through naturopathic education, research, and advocacy, in communities throughout Australia and worldwide.

Quick facts

Value

Up to $5,000 – see Eligibility Criteria for further information

Number available

Two or more

Course of study

Enrolled in the

Bachelor of Health Science (Health and Lifestyle) or the Master of Naturopathic Medicine
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Scholarship details

Applicants must respond to the scholarship’s selection criteria as part of the application process.

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Applicants applying for this scholarship must:

  • Be Australian citizens or permanent residents of Australia. 
  • Be enrolled in the Bachelor of Health Science (Health and Lifestyle) or the Master of Naturopathic Medicine at Southern Cross University and making satisfactory academic progress.
  • Be undertaking a clinical placement in a remote/regional area external to SCU clinics or living away from SCU clinics and needing to travel (see definition as outlined in FAQs below)

Scholarship funding is to be used for student placement, travel and accommodation.

  • Students undertaking clinical placement in remote/regional areas, external to Southern Cross University clinics, can receive funding up to $5,000.
  • Students living away from the SCU clinics and needing to travel can receive funding of up to $1,000.

Selection will be based on:

  • Summary of planned regional/remote clinical placement
  • Costs planned and/or associated with their professional opportunity up to the value of $5,000
  • The start and end date of clinical placement activity (or planned dates)
  • Demonstrated capacity to make valuable contribution/ impact to the university and the community

Students must also give Southern Cross University permission to use such impact story for its promotion, as well as to report against acquittal to donors.

On completion of their clinical placement, students will be asked to complete a reflection template outlining the impact that their clinical placement had on their studies and future career.

Successful applicants will receive detailed information regarding scholarship payment arrangements and the associated terms and conditions once the scholarship has been awarded.

For any questions or further details, please contact the National Centre for Naturopathic Medicine at ncnm@scu.edu.au.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Osiecki Family Foundation Clinical Placement Scholarship supports students enrolled in the Bachelor of Health Science (Health and Lifestyle) or Master of Naturopathic Medicine during their professional learning and clinical placement. The scholarship aims to foster student development, enhance professional growth, and create meaningful community impact, particularly within disadvantaged or remote communities. 

Applicants must: 

  • Be Australian citizens or permanent residents. 
  • Be enrolled in the Bachelor of Health Science (Health and Lifestyle) or Master of Naturopathic Medicine at Southern Cross University. 
  • Be making satisfactory academic progress. 
  • Be undertaking a clinical placement in a remote/regional area external to SCU clinics or living away from SCU clinics and needing to travel (see definition below). 

Definition of Regional/Remote: Generally, this means locations outside major metropolitan areas (Inner Regional, Outer Regional, Remote, Very Remote). Please see the Australian Statistical Geography Standards (ASGS) for further detail. 

Funding of up to $5,000 is available for students undertaking clinical placements in remote/regional areas external to SCU clinics. Students living away from SCU clinics and needing to travel can receive funding of up to $1,000. 

Two or more scholarships are offered annually. 

The scholarship can be used for: 

  • Travel and accommodation expenses. 
  • Other costs directly associated with the clinical placement.

Applicants must provide: 

  • A brief summary of the remote/regional clinical placement. 
  • Planned costs associated with the opportunity (up to $1,000 or $5,000). 
  • Start and end dates of the clinical placement activity (or planned dates).
  • Demonstrated capacity to make a valuable contribution to the university and the community. 

Yes. Recipients must: 

  • Complete a reflection template outlining the impact of the scholarship on their studies and career. 
  • Give permission for Southern Cross University to use their impact story for promotional purposes and donor reporting. 

Applications must be submitted online via the SCU Scholarships Portal. This is a competitive selection process, and applications will be assessed on the quality and detail of responses to the selection criteria. Applicants must: 

  • Respond to all selection criteria. 
  • Answer each question clearly and comprehensively, providing examples and evidence where relevant.
  • Ensure planned costs and placement details are accurate. 

Incomplete applications or vague responses may not be considered. See Application Tips & Expectations for further information. 

Contact the National Centre for Naturopathic Medicine for any queries. 

  • Answer each question clearly and in detail. Use examples to demonstrate your connection to the community and the impact of your placement. 
  • Do not assume assessors know your background—provide full context. 
  • Avoid one-word answers or generic statements; these may result in your application not being considered. 
  • Double-check planned costs and placement details for accuracy. 
  • Remember: This is a competitive process. Strong, detailed responses improve your chances of success. 

Contact the National Centre for Naturopathic Medicine

ncnm@scu.edu.au +61 2 6626 9255