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Apply now for the Newcastle Airport and Astra Aerolab Scholarship
Reach new heights with the support of a scholarship
Are you studying the Certificate II in Aeroskills (MEA20418) at the TAFE NSW Newcastle campus (Tighes Hill)?
Delivered by the Hunter TAFE Foundation, the Newcastle Airport and Astra Aerolab Aviation Scholarship will provide two students with $2,500 each to support their studies.
This scholarship extends the partnership between TAFE NSW, Newcastle Airport and Astra Aerolab. It aims to nurture local talent and produce the skilled professionals needed to support this global industry.
Applications for the Newcastle Airport and Astra Aerolab Scholarship close at 5 pm (AEDT) Friday, 20 March 2026.
Who can apply?
To be eligible for the Newcastle Airport and Astra Aerolab Scholarship, you must:
- be enrolled in the Certificate II in Aeroskills (MEA20418) at the TAFE NSW Newcastle campus (Tighes Hill)
- live in the Newcastle, Hunter or Central Coast regions
- not hold another award or scholarship presented by the Hunter TAFE Foundation
- accept the terms and conditions
- complete the application process in full.
How to apply
Click here to start the application process. Please refer to the scholarship terms and conditions for further information.
Find out more about the Newcastle Airport and Astra Aerospace Scholarship
For more details, check out the Newcastle Airport and Astra Aerolab Scholarships’ Terms and Conditions.
Have a question about the scholarship? Email us at hunter.foundation@tafensw.edu.au.
We’re here to help
TAFE NSW offers a range of support services for students, including free and confidential counselling.
We understand that sharing your personal or financial circumstances can be emotionally challenging, so please do not hesitate to reach out if you need support.
To arrange an appointment with a counsellor, call 131 601 and select Option 5, then Option 2.
You can also use this number to access Disability Services or request a referral to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander student support.
For more information on the resources available to you, visit the Student Services homepage.
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