University of Strathclyde 2024-25 John Fitzsimons Memorial Scholarships

John Fitzsimons was one of Strathclyde University Law School’s first and most inspirational Lecturers. He taught Criminal Law and Jurisprudence for twenty years before becoming a highly-respected judge (Sheriff). To achieve this, he and his family made considerable sacrifices – not least when he became a mature student at the age of 25.

John Fitzsimons believed that talented individuals should have proper access to education on the basis of academic, rather than financial, merit. Through his teaching, encouragement, and his own actions, he inspired generations of Strathclyde students to achieve their potential. He was well aware of the particular barriers which mature students can face. Applicants are encouraged to read about the life of John Fitzsimons

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirments
• Interview Process
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineAugust 27, 2024
• Study LevelMasters
• SponsorUniversity of Strathclyde
• City to studyGlasgow
• School to studyUniversity of Strathclyde
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

The successful applicants of the John Fitzsimons Memorial Scholarships will receive an award of an amount ranging between GBP 500 and GBP 3,000.

Requirements

• Applicants must at least be 25 years old at the time of the application deadline.
• Scholarships are open to UK and non-UK residents.
• The scholarship will provide support with the costs associated with the instructional (i.e. taught) program taught in the Law School at either the undergraduate or postgraduate level.
• Candidates applying for the John Fitzsimons Memorial Scholarships must not be current or prospective research (Ph.D. or MPhil) students or pursuing a joint course with the Law School and another School/Department.
• Currently, registered Home/UK students with financial needs can apply for other resources and if they can't receive those funds, then they are eligible to apply for the John Fitzsimons Memorial Scholarships.
• Successful applicants are required to take up the offer of a place in the next academic session.

Interview Dates and Process

• Financial need
• Academic merit
• Evidence of strong interest in Criminal Law and/or Jurisprudence, and/or cognate areas
• Availability of other awards

Application Deadline

How To Apply

The general purposes of the Memorial Fund are: to hold an occasional public lecture in memory of John Fitzsimons; and secondly, to provide bursary support for academically talented mature students studying for an undergraduate or postgraduate degree or diploma taught in the Law School, and who are in acute financial need.

2024-5 Application Form to John Fitzsimons Scholarship Fund: This link opens a Word document   

Deadline: before noon Tuesday 27th August 2024

For more details visit University of Strathclyde Website