Application guidelines and examples
Applications for the Vice-Chancellor’s Fund are currently closed, but you can see application guidelines and examples below.
Vice-Chancellor’s Fund
Professor Sir Gerry McCormac launched the Vice-Chancellor’s Fund in 2013 to support specific areas of need which enhance and enrich the student experience – particularly one-off or start-up costs for new projects.
Any student or member of staff is eligible to apply. The Fund is made possible by the generous personal contribution from the Vice-Chancellor who established the Fund to meet the needs of the student body on campus and beyond.
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Significance of the Vice-Chancellor’s Fund
Since its inception in 2013, the fund has awarded over 150 projects dedicated to enhancing the student experience, with the Principal and Vice-Chancellor financing the fund annually.
Applications are currently closed. Please check back in February 2025 for information on how to apply.
Project highlights
Take a closer look at just some of the projects the Vice-Chancellor’s Fund has helped to make possible.
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Interdisciplinary collaboration
With the support of the Vice-Chancellor's Fund, we bridge disciplines and unite researchers from various fields to confront and solve complex issues. These collaborative efforts not only advance academic knowledge but also provide significant benefits to the student body and the broader society.
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Professional and personal development
Through the Vice-Chancellor's Fund, we initiate and test pioneering projects aimed at nurturing the long-term growth of our students. These efforts are specifically crafted to address the dynamic needs of our student body, supporting their professional and personal development. Successful projects are integrated into the University, providing students with essential resources and opportunities.
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Equality, diversity and inclusion initiatives
The University is steadfast in its commitment to fostering Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). The Vice-Chancellor's Fund is instrumental in advancing EDI initiatives, delivering vital support to LGBTQ+ communities, people with disabilities, ethnic minority groups, and other marginalised populations within the University. These efforts ensure a more inclusive, diverse, and supportive campus for everyone.