Research degrees
The
Clare Burton Memorial Scholarship commemorates Dr Clare Burton, a
leading researcher, public sector administrator, academic,
consultant and writer on employment equity. It provides funds to
support post-graduate research into gender equity.
This scholarship was established by the five universities of the Australian Technology Network of Universities (ATN): Curtin University of Technology, Queensland University of Technology, RMIT University, University of South Australia and University of Technology, Sydney.
The Clare Burton Memorial Scholarship is open to students enrolled or intending to enroll in an ATN University, in either a postgraduate coursework or research degree program where the major piece of work focuses on gender equity. The successful applicant will receive $10,000 research funding along with individual support and mentoring related to their current research and future careers.
Applicants should be enrolled or intending to enrol in a post-graduate coursework or research degree in an ATN university, and be an Australian resident.
A stipend of $10,000 is available for a period of 12-18 months. The scholarship is available to both full-time and part-time students.
The primary criteria for considering applications are:
Other considerations may include:
The submitted application will be the major consideration for the selection committee, but interviews with applicants may also be considered.
Ms Mary Kelly
Tel: (07) 3864 2115
Email:
ma.kelly@qut.edu.au
Guidelines and application form
30 October 2009 (offered annually).
