The Timothy Bailey Scholarship is awarded annually with money from the Timothy Bailey Trust Fund.

Applicants should produce a written proposal of 500-1,000 words stating clearly:

a) the background to, and aims of, the activity ;
b) how a successful outcome to the activity will contribute to our knowledge and understanding of any aspect of Biology ;
c) detailed work plans for a successful outcome ;
d) how, in the event of a successful application, the award will contribute to this outcome.

Timothy Bailey was especially interested in Evolution, Entomology and Developmental Biology. Applications in these areas are especially encouraged, although this is not an essential requirement.

It is expected that applicants will normally be individuals, including those going on University Expeditions with others. Exceptionally, whole expeditions may be considered for funding.

Three copies of each application should be addressed as follows:

The Timothy Bailey Scholarship
c/o Professor Sarah E. Randolph
University of Oxford
Department of Zoology
South Parks Road
Oxford OX1 3PS

Applications must be received by the end of the last week of Hilary Term and the successful applicant(s) will be notified by the end of the first week of the following Trinity Term. Applicants who have not heard by that time must assume they have been unsuccessful.

Entries will be judged by the Trustees whose decision is final.

The Timothy Bailey Scholarship will be awarded annually to the value of ~£500. In the event of joint winners the Trustees will divide this sum between them.

The winning applicant(s) will be expected to acknowledge the support of the Timothy Bailey Trust in any reports or scientific papers arising from any activity supported by the Trust. They should also provide a written report of ~2,000 words to the Trustees upon completion of the research and travel supported.