How to apply

1. Please ensure that you have downloaded, read, and understood the  Career Development Fund Terms and Conditions. This document outlines what the criteria is for applicants, career development opportunity, and your responsibilities, should you be awarded the funds. You should also read the Frequently Asked Questions for other topics not covered in the Career Development Fund Terms and Conditions.

2. It is recommended that you have an appointment with the CDF administrator to discuss your idea, which bursary application you should apply for, and everything else you need to know before applying. You can book a virtual appointment or in-person appointment here:

Book time with Meg Devine: CDF Application Meeting- Online

Book time with Meg Devine: CDF Application Meeting- In-Person

3. Please choose which Career Development Bursary to apply for based off your need for funding. Apply for the Work Experience Travel Bursary if you need help with transport costs. Apply for the Career Start Bursary for help with all other costs associates with the work experience. Please note that each applicant must have evidence of the opportunity and for the Career Start Bursary a referee or sponsor as part of your application, so we recommend you think about who this could be (an employer/lecturer/etc) before you apply. You can upload your referee or sponsor's email to the application. Should you have questions or need further information, please email cdf@canterbury.ac.uk.

Travel Bursary: Applications for this bursary run from September 2024 till the end of July 2025. We will acknowledge receipt of your application form within three working days and aim to get back to you with a decision within seven working days.  If you have any questions, please direct them to cdf@canterbury.ac.uk. 

The Career Start Bursary: This will be awarded following regular panel meetings. The dates for these meetings for 2024/25 will be:

Month	Panel Meeting
August	Monday 5 August
September	Monday 2 September
October	Monday 7 October
November	Monday 4 November
December	Monday 2 December
January	Monday 6 January
February	Monday 3 February
March	Monday 3 March
April	Monday 7 April
May	Monday 12 May
June	Monday 9 June
July	Monday 7 July

The Career Development Fund 2024/25 will run until funds are exhausted. Early applications are advised as funds are limited.

Make sure you look at the Frequently Asked Questions for further information. If you require any help with your bursary application, you can email cdf@canterbury.ac.uk.

How to apply

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Panel Meeting