- Special Topic Transition Proposal template (DOCX)
- Special Topic Transition Proposal example (not currently available)
- Important notes for completing new paper, special topic, and reinstatement proposals (PDF)
Timeline for submission of a Special Topic Transition Proposal
| Type of proposal | If submitted by* | Permits |
|---|---|---|
Special Topic Transition Proposal (A proposal to transition a special topic into a permanent paper.) | Prior to preparing a Special Topic Transition Proposal, a proposer must undertake a Pre-Approval Process to ensure that the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (PVC) supports the viability of the paper being proposed. Each Division has a checklist1, which proposers must work through in advance of seeking PVC approval to develop the new paper. Engagement with the Strategy, Analytics, and Reporting Office (SARO) and Finance Advisory is required as part of this process and this should be taken into consideration when considering deadlines. | |
February or March | Implementation in the following academic year
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April or May | Implementation in the following academic year
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* Note that these are FINAL deadlines – earlier submission is encouraged.
1. Please email your Divisional Specialist, Academic Committees and Services to obtain a copy of your Divisional Checklist.
Staff members who are preparing academic proposals should seek advice from experts within their academic division as follows:
Commerce
Academic: Associate Dean (Academic) and/or Associate Dean (Postgraduate Programmes)
Specialist, Academic Committees and Services (Commerce)
Health Sciences
Academic: Associate Dean (Academic) and/or Associate Dean (Postgraduate)
Specialist, Academic Committees and Services (Health Sciences)
Humanities
Academic: Associate Dean (Academic) and/or Associate Dean (Postgraduate)
Specialist, Academic Committees and Services (Humanities)
Sciences
Academic: Associate Dean (Academic) and/or Associate Dean (Postgraduate)
Specialist, Academic Committees and Services (Sciences)