Margaret Richards Bursary

For someone who wants to or is studying the Bachelor of Arts (English), Bachelor of Communication (Expressive Arts) or a postgraduate qualification with a focus on English.

Scholarship overview

Status: Closed

Key facts

Value: Amount varies
Duration: One year's duration
Number available: One award
Type of study: Full-time, Part-time, Undergraduate, Postgraduate
Of note: Open to distance students.

Application dates

Applications open: 28 February 2025
Closing date: 27 April 2025

Restrictions

Eligibility restrictions: High achievement.

This bursary arises from a fund established in 1975 as a memorial to Margaret Richards, a member of the University staff from 1960 to 1975.

Who we're looking for

We're looking for someone who is studying English.

What you'll be studying

This is an undergraduate or postgraduate scholarship. You will want to or be studying the Bachelor of Arts (English), Bachelor of Communication (Expressive Arts) or a postgraduate qualification with a focus on English.

Eligibility criteria

You must be studying in a specific subject area.

Application checklist

Include the following with your application:

  • your CV
  • a supporting statement on your current financial need
  • a budget outlining your annual expenses and any predicted earnings, including any awards and scholarships held to date

Selection considerations

When choosing our recipient, we will consider your financial need and academic achievements. We may also consider other scholarships or bursaries you hold. This bursary may not be granted each and every year.