A Sdy Prize is given to students who do outstanding work in their field, both academically and scholarly. Not only will it acknowledge their contributions but it will also serve as motivation to continue working hard – something which may help secure them employment in their field in the future. In addition, winning this award allows them to network with researchers in their area, build professional relationships that could open doors of opportunities in their future career path.
The SDY Prize was established in 2014 through a generous donation from Sydney Film Production Company PTY LTD (T/As Sydney films). This prize provides financial aid and industry experience for Master of Moving Image students completing at least 48 credit points at University of Sydney’s Master of Moving Image program, and will be judged based on three criteria: academic merit; production services proposal for final project production services proposal and substantial creative portfolios.
Beginning in 1998 through a gift from Professor and Mrs Keith Campbell, this prize is awarded each November Examiners Meeting by recommendation of the Head of School of Philosophy to postgraduate student who presents an essay on metaphysics or epistemology; previously awarded on an annual basis to Asian Studies essay writers.
Award given upon recommendation of the Chair of Korean Studies in the School of Languages and Cultures to students who achieved top marks in at least two undergraduate units or Honours level papers of Korean Studies during a given academic year. Established by Top Media through donations.
Beginning in 2008 thanks to Joan Norris, this award recognizes the student who receives the highest mark in first year intermediate French at University of Sydney and awards them with a cash prize of $100.
The SDY prize was established in 2005 through an annual donation from the Power Institute. It is awarded annually to a senior art history and theory student (2nd or 3rd year), on the basis of their examination results, to honor Kathryn Carter who passed away while finishing her studies in the Department of Art History and Theory in 2003. To be eligible, one does not need to major in Arts and Design but only be studying art history and theory is sufficient.
