Teaching and research
Keeping current in your discipline - Special Studies Program (SSP)
Our Special Studies Program (SSP) is a key program for academic staff to advance their career in alignment with the goals of the University.
- Please refer to the current Policy and Procedure for eligibility.
- Eligible staff seeking approval to undertake SSP must apply by completing the Special Studies Program (SSP) Application form.
- Staff must forward their SSP Application form to the Head of School prior to the closing date.
- The Head of School must indicate their support or otherwise on the SSP Application form.
- All forms must be emailed to SSP@newcastle.edu.au by the closing date.
Application for Special Studies Program (SSP) in Semester 1 and Semester 2 2025 open on Monday 8 April 2024 and close on Friday 31 May 2024.
If you have any questions, please email SSP@newcastle.edu.au
Reports
As part of this program you need to submit a report to your Head of School at the end of your sabbatical. You should do this within one month of your return.
Resources
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.