Foundation for Graduates in Early Childhood Studies Bursaries

Other eligibility requirements

The Foundation of Graduates in Early Childhood Studies was established in 2005 by the Association of Graduates in Early Childhood Studies to support work in the early childhood field in Australia. The Association of Graduates in Early Childhood Studies (AGECS) has always had a philanthropic focus. With the proceeds from the sales of the Warrawong and Forest Hill properties, the Association established a philanthropic trust (The Foundation of Graduates in Early Childhood Studies) that distributes funds to projects associated with early childhood education and care.

Eligibility 

Domestic or international student
New/commencing or continuing student in 2026
Enrolled in a TAFE, undergraduate or postgraduate degree (excluding research degrees)
Enrolled in one of the following courses:

• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
• Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education)
• Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary)
• Master of Teaching (Early Childhood)

Applicants must be undertaking (or due to undertake) work placements in a regional area as part of their studies, with a preference for students with young children whose childcare needs would be impacted by these work placement requirements.

Location - Ballarat, Berwick, Gippsland, Wimmera