Tamron's 11-20mm F2.8 Di III-A RXD isn't a new lens, but the company recently released a version of it for Canon's RF mount. A lens becoming available for a new mount isn't usually a huge deal, except ...
If RXD funding is deemed not to be compatible with the terms of funding from current sponsors, then unfortunately you are ineligible to apply to the RXD. Self-funding students need to provide evidence ...