The Florence Violet McKenzie Master of Applied Cybernetics Scholarship for Non-Traditional Pathway Students

About this scholarship

Each year, the School of Cybernetics within the ANU College of Systems and Society may offer an award known as The Florence Violet McKenzie Master of Applied Cybernetics Scholarship for Non-Traditional Pathway Students.

The objective of the Award is to support students who are undertaking either the Master of Applied Cybernetics or the Master of Applied Cybernetics (Advanced), both offered by the School of Cybernetics. It is designed to reduce barriers to entry and promote diversity by recognising each applicant’s unique background, education, industry experience, and aspirations. We warmly welcome applicants who can demonstrate a strong passion for, and relevant experience in, the field of cybernetics.

Funding for this Award has been provided by the School and, where applicable, its financial partners as listed on the school website: https://cybernetics.anu.edu.au/about/#partners.

SUMMARY

SCHOLARSHIP TYPE

Access

VALUE

$ 34,000

per annum

and up to $5,000 relocation support

1 on offer

Payments made fortnightly

Payments made for program duration

APPLICATION PERIOD

01-Apr-2026 to 31-Oct-2026

Student types
Domestic, International, Current, Prospective
Student levels
Postgraduate coursework
Number of scholarships awarded
1 on offer
Ongoing eligibility
Continuation based on full-time study load

Field of study

Cybernetics

Eligibility

The Award is available to a commencing ANU student who:

is a domestic or international student;
receives an offer of admission to one of the following programs offered by the ANU College of Systems and Society:
- Master of Applied Cybernetics (MACYB), or
- Master of Applied Cybernetics (Advanced) (VACYB); and
has not completed a traditional higher education qualification but can demonstrate equivalent professional or life experience relevant to the field.

Additional information

The value of the Award is stated in your letter of offer. The Award is valid for the duration of the program. The Award is paid in fortnightly instalments for the duration of the program unless otherwise stated in the letter of offer.

The recipient is responsible for making payment of all tuition fees by the prescribed date as set out by the University each session. Recipients of the Award are responsible for the costs of books, study materials, accommodation and all other costs of study.

There is no application as students are automatically considered on admission to the program.

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