For 2006, there are 15 Pearl Duncan Teaching Scholarships available to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who aspire to become teachers through either undergraduate or postgraduate studies.

The scholarships provide financial assistance of up to $20 000 (before tax) over four years, to recipients studying teaching degrees in Qld universities.

Applications are invited from students who are school leavers, current Dept Education & the Arts employees, and postgraduates. Worthy candidates that don't clearly meet the criteria may be eligible for 'special consideration'.

Nominations close on 31 August 2005. Copies of nomination forms and guidelines are available on the website link below.