In line with its Learning and Teaching policy, Stellenbosch University established the Fund for Innovation and Research into Teaching and Learning (FIRLT) in 2005 in order to encourage a culture of innovation and reflection in teaching and learning at the University. The fund provides an opportunity for lecturers to innovate, evaluate effective practices and processes, and to investigate teaching and learning problems, solutions and trends.  It also provides a mechanism for the dissemination of results designed to improve the quality of teaching and learning.  Any lecturer, team of lecturers or Centre responsible for teaching and learning, may apply for an award.

FIRLT awards are made twice a year by a subcommittee of the Committee for Teaching and Learning. Proposals are funded up to a maximum of R45 000.

Closing date for next round of applications: 3 November 2017.

E-mail your proposals to finlo@sun.ac.za.  For queries, call Jean Farmer (021) 808 2956 / (021) 938 9832.

Website:  http://www.sun.ac.za/english/learning-teaching/ctl/t-l-awards-and-grants/firlt