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The Executive Council of the Society for the Study
of Addiction has agreed to make bursaries available to individuals
who:
- have been offered a place on a University validated
programme in specialist addiction studies;
- have a demonstrable commitment to working in
the addictions field;
- have not participated in a substantial event
of this nature in the six months prior to that for which
they have applied (unless the latter is a follow-up event
for which they cannot obtain funding)
Applicants can apply for a bursary of up to £750
to cover course fees. Preference will be given to applications
from members of the Society.
Application forms are available from:
Karen Nobbs
Secretary to Dr Rumball
Alcohol & Drug Service
Weavers Centre
Hellesdon Hospital
Drayton High Road
Norwich
Norfolk
NR6 5BE
tel + 44 (0)1603 786704
fax + 44 (0)1603 786700
E: Karen.Nobbs@nwmhp.nhs.uk
OR
application forms can be downloaded as a pdf file
here
or a MS Word document here.
Please either post the completed forms to the address above
or fax to + 44 (0)1603 671920.
The applicant’s line manager is required
to support the application and to indicate which other sources
of funding have been sought. The manager’s letter of
support should be attached to the submission.
Please be aware that it can take between 6-8 weeks
to process each bursary application. This is to allow the
applications to be read and considered by Dr Daphne Rumball,
SSA Bursary Co-ordinating Officer and Professor John Strang,
SSA Bursary Treasurer and any further consultation and subsequent
administrative processes. You can expedite this process by
ensuring careful completion of your application form and supporting
letter.
The Student
- is currently employed in the addiction field
- is able to make a case for requiring to pursue
the course of study for which the bursary is requested
- has the support of their employer to pursue
this course of study
- is able to provide evidence for acceptance
on the course of study
The Training or Educational Institution
- is a recognised and validated provider of further
or higher education
- offers validated programmes of study leading
to a recognised qualification
The Course
- provides substantial knowledge and skills
in the addiction field in practice, research or policy
- is validated by a recognised Institution of
Higher or Further Education
- results in a recognised qualification or credits
(not just a Certificate of Attendance)
The Employing Authority
- is a specialist addiction
agency or has a commitment to working with addiction problems
- has the capacity to support
the student's learning
The Decision
- is taken by at least two members of the Executive
Council, one being the Treasurer and the other a second
officer of the Society designated to the task by the Executive
Council members. This group is elected by the Executive
for a period of four years. The current members are Daphne
Rumball and John Strang
- will be taken by an alternative officer of
the Society where one of the above has an interest
Funds
The Society will make available the sum of £35,000
per annum (from financial year 2008-09 onwards).
Specific Awards
Students will be awarded a maximum of £750 for
an individual course of study
Payment of Awards
Payment will be made directly to the educational
establishment and not to individuals
Procedures
- Two members of the Executive Council, one of
which is normally the Treasurer, are responsible for administration
of the scheme and deciding awards. The group will be nominated
by the Executive Council for a period of four years in the
first instance. Current members are John Strang and Daphne
Rumball.
- An annual report gives details of the number
of applicants, number receiving bursaries, their agencies,
the course supported and the award received.
- The report for the previous financial
year will be presented initially to the July Executive Meeting
and then to the Annual General Meeting (AGM).
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