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Information for ApplicantsApplications for the 2009 Harold White Fellowships closed on 30 April 2008. Late applications will not be considered. Who can apply?Fellowships are open to established Australian and international researchers or writers in any discipline in which the Library has strong collections. Successful applicants are generally senior scholars or writers with a strong publication track record, including publication of full length monographs. Fellowships are not provided to assist with the completion of degree studies and applications from currently enrolled students will not be considered. Fellowships are awarded once only to each individual; subsequent applications from previous recipients will not be considered. When do applications open?18 February. The online application form is available from this date until 30 April 2008. When do applications close?30 April. When will applicants be informed of the outcome?Mid-October. What are the benefits of Harold White Fellowships?The principal benefit of Fellowships is to give scholars and writers the means and the uninterrupted time to work with the Library’s collection. To find out more about the collection, go to Information on the Library’s collections. Fellows are provided with:
The Library also awards Honorary Fellowships to scholars and writers who do not require financial assistance but who would benefit from the other privileges of the Fellowships. What are the obligations of Harold White FellowshipsAll fellows are required to:
How are Harold White Fellows selected?Four to seven fellowships, of periods from three to six months, are awarded annually. The Fellowships are awarded by the National Library Council, on the advice of an independent committee of representatives of Australian academies, and scholarly and literary organsations. How can I apply?Applications closed on 30 April 2008. Applicants can obtain a copy of their application here. No further changes will be allowed/considered. |
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