Frequently Asked Questions

1. Do I have to type my application?

Whilst hand written applications will be accepted, applicants are advised that it is in their interests to present information as professionally as possible.

2. Can I put my PhD or Masters research forward as a project proposal?
Whilst PhD and Masters candidates have been awarded Dunlop Fellowships in the past, the Selection Committee for the program has made a policy that proposals from PhD and Masters candidates must demonstrate:

that the project will have benefits beyond the completion of a thesis;
how the project will benefit the host country; and
how the results of the project will be disseminated in Australia.

3. Are joint applications eligible for the Dunlop Asia Fellowships?
Yes. Joint applications are accepted, however applicants should note that the funding threshold of $15,000 still applies. If submitting an application on behalf of two or more people, note the details of one person (the main contact person) on the application form and attach a duplicate of the form with the second candidate's details listed.

4. How much supporting material can I include with my application?
You should only include information that is directly relevant to the application. The maximum amount of information accepted is 3 additional A4 pages of written material and 10 visual images. (see also question 5)

5. Can I include slides as supporting material with my application?
No. Please do not send slides with your application. Slides will not be considered by the selection committee. Applicants wishing to include visual material may however include up to 10 images in hard copy (usually a colour photocopy or laser print) format.

6. Can I include a salary component in the budget for my project?
No. Applicants may however include a living allowance to cover food and accommodation costs whilst undertaking their projects. Applicants are encouraged not to include the costs of a laptop computer in the budget of their project.

7. Can I apply for less than $15,000?
Yes. Applicants are encouraged to submit realistic budgets for their projects. Projects of shorter duration or in countries with lower living costs may be costed at less than $15,000. The Selection Committee are aware of the realistic cost of living in the Asian region.

8. Can extensions be given for applications?
No. The closing date for the Dunlop Fellowships program is Wednesday 5th September 2007. The program is advertised several months earlier each year, leaving applicants ample time for preparation. Applications will be accepted if postmarked with the date 5 September, 2007, and can be hand delivered to the Asialink Centre if necessary.

9. Who assesses applications for the Dunlop Fellowships?
Applications are assessed by a 6 member committee comprising members of the Dunlop family, and a cross section of representatives from the business, NGO, tertiary education and community sectors.

10. What are the minimum and maximum timeframes for the completion of projects funded through the Dunlop Fellowships program?
Projects should be no shorter than three months and no longer than 18 months.

11. How soon can I commence my project?
Awards are presented formally in November of each year. Projects may commence any time within 12 months of the presentation of the award.

12. How am I associated with Asialink once I return from undertaking the project?
From time to time, Asialink may ask fellows to write articles for relevant publications or present papers at forums in order to assist the wider dissemination of the project results.

13. When will I find out the result of my application?
All applicants will be notified of the result of their application within two months of the closing date.

14. Who do I speak to if I still have questions about the Dunlop Fellowships?
If you have any questions that haven't been answered either here or in the application material, please contact:

The Program Manager, Dunlop Fellowships
Sidney Myer Asia Centre
Level 4 Sidney Myer Asia Centre
The University of Melbourne
Parkville Victoria 3010 Australia

Telephone: 613 8344 3699, Facsimile: 613 9347 1768
Email: dunlop@asialink.unimelb.edu.au

Asialink, The University of Melbourne

Frequently Asked Questions