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THIS SCHOLARSHIP IS CLOSED FOR THIS YEAR!

We are thrilled to announce that 6 new scholarships are being offered by Xstrata Coal. These full scholarships are available to any AFS country worldwide on either year, semester or intensive High School program or Community Service departing in 2009!

What is on offer?
Six full scholarships for students attending secondary school or for those who have finished school and wish to work on a community service projects from 8 weeks to 11 months on an AFS program.

Two scholarships are offered by each division
√ New South Wales
√ Queensland
√ South Africa

The scholarship covers the entire AFS participation fee. It includes:
√ Return travel from your home right to the door of your host family
√ Orientation and enrichment activities during the stay
√ Medical costs incurred during the visit, except for pre-existing conditions, dental and eye care

Who is eligible?
Any teenage child, grandchild or sibling of an Xstata employee who:
√ is attending secondary school
√ is in Year 9, 10, 11 or 12 at the time of application
√ meets the AFS application guidelines

How do I apply?
You can register your interest by enquiring online or calling 1300 131 736 by 30 April 2008.

I am ready to apply now!
You can complete an Online Application -click here.

When is the closing Date for Applications?
Ensure that your complete AFS online application is submitted by 1 July 2008.

This is the fist year that Xstrata Coal offers this scholarship.

For further information on Xstrata Coal, please see Xstrata Coal website.

Where this scholarship could take you

To read about the experience Douglas Wright is having in Switzerland, please click on the title above.

 

2009 Xstrata Coal Scholarship Winner!

Congratulations to the following students on winning the 2009 Xstrata Coal Scholarship!

Jessica Gibson- Springsure, QLD
Jessica Tompsett- Mudgee, NSW
Clancy Hearps- Earlville, QLD
Amy Woodbury- Rutherford, NSW

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