Professor John Cleverley Memorial Scholarship
Highlights
| Value | Eligibility | Open date | Close date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Up to $5,800 |
|
1 August 2024 |
31 August 2024 |
How to apply
Apply here.
Benefits
The scholarship will have a maximum value of $5,800 and will be determined by the selection committee and outlined in the successful recipient’s Scholarship Offer Letter.
Who's eligible
You must:
- be currently enrolled to study in a master's by research or PhD within the Faculty of Arts and Social Science at the University of Sydney.
- must identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person as defined in the University of Sydney’s Confirmation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Identity Policy 2015.
Background
This scholarship has been established to honour the memory of Professor John Cleverley and support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students who are undertaking higher degree research in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.
Professor Cleverly impacted many throughout his life, as a school teacher, to his role as Pro Dean of the Faculty of Education at the University of Sydney. Throughout his life, Professor Cleverley was committed to supporting opportunities for Indigenous Australians at the University of Sydney, managing the Aboriginal Teachers’ Aides program for a decade until his retirement in 1993.
1. Background
a. This Scholarship has been established to honour the memory of Professor John Cleverley and support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students who are undertaking higher degree research in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.
b. Professor Cleverly impacted many throughout his life, as a school teacher, to his role as Pro Dean of the Faculty of Education at the University of Sydney. Throughout his life, Professor Cleverley was committed to supporting opportunities for Indigenous Australians at the University of Sydney, managing the Aboriginal Teachers’ Aides program for a decade until his retirement in 1993.
2. Eligibility
a. Applicants must be currently enrolled to study in a Masters by Research or PhD within the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences at the University of Sydney at the time of the scholarship application closing date.
b. Applicants must identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person as defined in the University of Sydney’s Confirmation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Identity Policy 2015.
3. Selection Criteria
a. The successful applicant will be awarded the Scholarship on the basis of:
I. academic merit,
II. area of study and/or research proposal,
III. a personal statement that addresses how the scholarship will support them in their studies, and
IV. a budget detailing how the funds will be used.
b. The successful applicant will be awarded the Scholarship on the nomination of a Selection Committee comprising of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences:
I. Associate Dean Indigenous Strategy and Services,
II. Associate Dean of Research Education, and
III. Associate Dean Research, or
IV. their nominated delegate(s).
4. Value
a. The Scholarship will have a maximum value of $5,800. The exact value of the Scholarship will be determined by the selection committee and outlined in the successful recipient’s Scholarship Offer Letter.
b. The Scholarship value will be paid as a one-off payment upon receipt of the Scholarship Acceptance Form.
c. This Scholarship can be used for travel, equipment, fieldwork or any other costs associated with the degree.
d. The Scholarship is for commencement in the relevant research period in which it is offered and may be deferred for up to a maximum of 6 months with prior approval of the Dean, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.
e. The Scholarship cannot be transferred to another area of research without prior approval of the Dean, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.
f. No other amount is payable.
g. The Scholarship will be offered subject to the availability of funding.
5. Termination
a. The Scholarship will be terminated:
I. on resignation or withdrawal of the recipient from their research degree, or
II. upon the recipient having completed the maximum candidature for their degree as per the University of Sydney (Higher Degree by Research) Rule 2011 Policy.
b. The Scholarship may also be terminated by the University before this time if, in the opinion of the University the student has committed misconduct or other inappropriate conduct.
c. The Scholarship will be suspended throughout the duration of any enquiry/appeal process.
d. Once the Scholarship has been terminated, it will not be reinstated unless due to University error.
6. Misconduct
a. Where during the Scholarship a student engages in misconduct, or other inappropriate conduct (either during the Scholarship or in connection with the student’s application and eligibility for the Scholarship), which in the opinion of the University warrants recovery of funds provided, the University may require the student to repay payments made in connection with the Scholarship. Examples of such conduct include and without limitation; academic dishonesty, research misconduct within the meaning of the Research Code of Conduct 2023 (for example, plagiarism in proposing, carrying out or reporting the results of research, or failure to declare or manage a serious conflict of interests), breach of the Student Charter 2020 and misrepresentation in the application materials or other documentation associated with the Scholarship.
b. The University may require such repayment at any time during or after the Scholarship period. In addition, by accepting this Scholarship, the student consents to all aspects of any investigation into misconduct in connection with this Scholarship being disclosed by the University to the funding body and/or any relevant professional body.