Application process
-
On the basis of the written application and expert opinion, where taken, the panel will determine a rank order and a recommendation regarding those applications that will be funded.
-
The Office of Research and Higher Degrees will prepare a report on the proceedings of the meeting and the recommendations for funding.
-
Following approval of this documentation by the DVC (Scholarship), all applicants will be informed of the outcomes of their applications and their right to appeal the decisions of the panel. All Deans/Directors will be informed of these outcomes.
An appeal may be made only on grounds of procedural irregularity. The selection panel will endeavour to provide constructive feedback to applicants. Unfortunately, experience has shown that there are often good applications that cannot be supported simply because funds are limited and other applications are judged to be more competitive.
-
The recommendations will be forwarded to the Research and Higher Degrees Committee and the Academic Board for noting.
-
Successful applicants will be required to accept formally any offer of grant. This will confirm their commitment to the project and to completion of the project within the specified timelines. It is expected that the objectives of the project with respect to measurable outcomes will be met. If ethics clearance is required for the project, the researcher is expected to submit an application as soon as possible after receipt of advice of funding support.
-
A brief report on the outcomes of the project must be received by the Office of Research and Higher Degrees within six months of the completion of the funding period. This report will be required to support any future internal research funding applications submitted by the researcher.
Carry forward of funds
Requests for a carry forward of funds beyond the twelve months granting period may be considered if a written request is received by the Manager, Office of Research and Higher Degrees before the termination of the grant period. Unexpended funds will be recovered for reallocation in future funding rounds.