Dr Katherine Bau and Brothers Scholarship
Highlights
| Value | Eligibility | Open date | Close date |
|---|---|---|---|
| $45,000 p.a. (up to 4 years) |
|
TBC |
TBC |
How to apply
This scholarship is not currently open to new applicants.
Apply here when applications are open.
Benefits
This scholarship is valued at $45,000 and is tenable for up to 4 years.
Who's eligible
You must:
- be currently enrolled full-time in the Doctor of Medicine at the University of Sydney
- be in financial need.
Background
This Scholarship was established in 2024 to provide assistance to students experiencing financial hardships studying the Doctor of Medicine.
This Scholarship has been funded by a donation from Dr Kartherine Bau Wong.
1. Background
a. This Scholarship was established in 2024 to provide assistance to students experiencing financial hardships studying the Doctor of Medicine.
b. This Scholarship has been funded by a donation from Dr Kartherine Bau Wong.
2. Eligibility
a. The Scholarship is offered subject to the applicant being currently enrolled full-time in the Doctor of Medicine at the University of Sydney.
b. Applicants must be in financial need.
3. Selection Criteria
a. The Scholarship will be awarded on the basis of:
a. academic merit, and
b. evidence of financial need.
b. The Scholarship will be awarded by the Head of School and Dean of The University of Sydney School of Medicine, or their nominated delegates.
4. Value
a. The Scholarship is valued at $45,000 per annum and is tenable for up to 4 years.
b. The Scholarship annual value will be paid in two equal instalments after the census date of each semester.
c. Deferral and/or suspension of the Scholarship is not permitted without the prior permission of the Head of School and Dean of The University of Sydney School of Medicine.
d. The scholarship cannot be transferred to another University school, faculty or university.
e. The Scholarship will be offered subject to the availability of funds.
f. No other amount is payable.
5. Ongoing eligibility
a. To continue receipt of the Scholarship, the recipient must maintain satisfactory academic performance and completion of each year of the program.
b. Recipients undertaking an exchange during the tenure of this Scholarship are required to have achieved a Satisfied Requirements grade (SR) to receive their next payment.
6. Termination
a. The Scholarship will be terminated if the recipient:
I. withdraws from an eligible course or fails to enrol,
II. commences part-time study without prior approval from Head of School Dean of Sydney Medical School,
III. does not maintain satisfactory academic performance,
IV. is determined by the University to be guilty of serious misconduct, including, but not limited to, having provided false or misleading information as part of their Scholarship application,
V. accepts an alternative scholarship, administered by the University of Sydney, valued at $8,000 per annum or more if enrolled full-time or $4,000 per annum or more if enrolled part-time for the same purpose as this Scholarship,
VI. does not resume study at the end of a period of approved leave, or
VII. does not meet the ongoing residency conditions as indicated in the Other Requirements section.
b. Once the Scholarship has been terminated, it will not be reinstated unless due to University error.
c. Where a student is found guilty of serious misconduct or the Scholarship is terminated under any instance in the Termination Clause of these terms and conditions, the University reserves the right to request that any Scholarship funds paid to the Scholarship recipient be reimbursed.