Apply now for a Strategic Group Scholarship

Excited about the prospect of studying and working in the Information Technology (IT) industry? The Strategic Group Scholarship provides students with valuable real-life industry experience and a salary while working towards their qualifications.

Offered by the Strategic Group and delivered by the Hunter TAFE Foundation for eligible applicants enrolled in the Diploma of Information Technology (ICT50220), and studying at a TAFE NSW campus in Newcastle, Maitland, or Glendale.

Newcastle-based Strategic Group launched in 1989. Since then, the Australian IT company has expanded nationally, offering businesses dynamic IT solutions to assist clients in growing and achieving their goals.

Semester 1, 2025 intake now open – Applications close 5 pm (AEDT) Friday 28 February 2025

Semester 2, 2025 intake - opens from Monday 5 May, and closes 5 pm (AEST) Friday 8 August 2025

To apply for a Strategic Group Scholarship, you must:

• be enrolled in the Diploma of Information Technology (ICT50220) at TAFE NSW in Newcastle, Maitland or Glendale
• be 35 years old or under at the time of submitting your application form
• be prepared to work one day per week with the Strategic Group during your allocated semester
• demonstrate commitment to your study and career goals. You can do this by listing achievements, creating an action plan or identifying your skills and strengths.
• be a good student and represent TAFE NSW and the Hunter TAFE Foundation well. You can demonstrate this by sharing positive grades and attendance records, character traits or values.
• not have received a scholarship from the Hunter TAFE Foundation for one year before 28 February 2025.

Do you meet the “who can apply” requirements for a Strategic Group Scholarship? Apply now via our scholarships platform.

Please remember that TAFE NSW offers multiple support services to students, including free counselling services. We understand that sharing your personal or financial circumstances may be emotionally challenging, so please don’t hesitate to access these services if you need support.

You can arrange an appointment with a counsellor by phoning 131 601 and selecting option five, then option 2. You can also use this option to access disability services or referral to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander student support services.

Learn more about the resources available to you on the Student Services homepage.

Every year TAFE NSW awards hundreds of scholarships. To find the one that's right for you, go to the TAFE NSW Scholarships homepage.