Alan Charters Elective Prizes [F5121]

1. There are three Alan Charters Elective Prizes: a first prize of $1000 and a second and third prize each of $250.

2. Those eligible for the prizes are students in the course for the degree of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery who have completed their elective attachment in terms of Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences Rule 2.2.2(3).

3. The prizes are awarded by a selection committee comprising:

(a)  the Associate Dean (Student Affairs) of the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences as chair;

(b)  two members of the Travel Doctor TMVC as nominated by that group; and

(c) the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences or nominee.

4.(1) The prizes are awarded to the three students who, in the opinion of the selection committee, give the best presentation on their elective attachment.

(2) In awarding the prizes, the selection committee will take into consideration whether the students have—

(a) demonstrated an understanding of the social and public health issues relevant to their attachment;

(b) demonstrated good presentation skills; and

(c) used appropriate, good quality visual aids.

5.(1) Applications are called for by the Administrative Officer, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences, in November each year.

(2) The prizes are usually awarded in May.