Award information
This award was set up following a gift from Mr Michael Borkan to enhance links between the universities of Oxford and Cornell.
Award details
The value of the awards will vary. Applicants will need to provide a budget for travel and living expenses which will be used when calculating any award.
Eligibility
An applicant must be a current student or member of staff at Merton College, New College or Pembroke College. The awards are open to undergraduates and postgraduates, to academic and professional staff. There are no other restrictions.
Final year students must indicate clearly why their proposed period abroad will be directly relevant to their studies at this stage.
Other information
The Brettschneider Fund can support a wide range of activities:
- Workshops, conferences or seminars
- Summer schools
- Internships
- Archival or library research
- Thesis research
- Staff exchange
If you are unsure whether you proposed activity is eligible please get in touch: trusts@admin.ox.ac.uk
How to apply
Please complete the application form and submit to trusts@admin.ox.ac.uk.