International Scholarships from The University of Bristol, UK

The University of Bristol,UK is delighted to announce ten International Office Scholarships for new international students:

> Five scholarships of £8,500 each will be available for prospective undergraduate students.

> This is divided as follows: £3,000 in Year One, £3,000 in Year Two and £2,500 in Year Three. No awards will be made for subsequent years.

> Five scholarships of £8,500 each will be available for prospective Masters students.

Who can apply?

Eligible students:

> All applicants must be classed as overseas students for fee purposes.

> All applicants must already hold an offer of a place on a full-time undergraduate or masters programme at the University of Bristol.

> Applicants may be from any discipline.

> Sponsored students and students in receipt of another scholarship/award over £3,000 are not eligible to apply.

> Current University of Bristol students are not eligible to apply.

Deadline:  

The scholarship application deadline is Friday 12th June, 2015 (17h00 UK time) and successful applicants will be informed of the outcome in July 2015.

It is important to visit official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

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International Scholarships from The University of Bristol,UK

Chancellors International Scholarship from University of Sussex, UK

The University of Sussex was the first of the new wave of UK universities founded in the 1960s, receiving its Royal Charter in August 1961.

Sussex is a leading research university, as reflected in the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise. Over 90 per cent of Sussex research activity was rated as world leading, internationally excellent or internationally recognised, confirming the University among the leading 30 research universities in the UK, on a simple average across all scores. 18 subjects rank in the top 20 for research in the UK, across the arts, sciences and social sciences, with American studies ranked number 1 in the UK, Politics number 2, and Art history number 3.

About Chancellor's International Scholarship (2015)

25 scholarships are available in the majority of Sussex Schools, and are awarded on the basis of academic performance and potential. The scholarships are offered for one year.

Available to: International (Non-UK/EU)

Type of award: Postgraduate taught

Award amount:50% off international student tuition fee

Eligibility

In order to be considered for a Chancellor's International Scholarship you must meet all of the following criteria:

> Have applied for and accepted a place to start a Postgraduate taught degree at the University of Sussex (e.g., MA, MSc, LLM, MRes, Postgraduate Diploma, and Graduate Diploma) excluding the following degrees:

> Courses in the Institute of Development Studies, except the MA Gender and Development course

> MSc in Social Research Methods + DPhil combined (1+3 degrees)

> International foundation years, International Year One Diploma in Business and Management, and Pre-masters

> Pre-Masters Degrees and Diplomas taught at partner colleges which are validated by Sussex.

> Be assessed as liable to pay fees at the "overseas" (namely the non-EU) rate.

> Have sufficient funds to meet your tuition fees and living expenses, after taking account of the possible award of a Chancellor's International Scholarship.

Application deadline: 3 May 2015

On what basis will the scholarships be awarded?

The scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic merit and potential. These factors will be assessed by a selection panel at Sussex using the information provided on the Scholarship Application Form. The selectors will pay special attention to information provided in personal statement section of the form. The scholarships are not awarded on the basis of financial need.

It is important to visit official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

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Chancellors International Scholarship from University of Sussex, UK

International Academic Excellence Scholarship from Bournemouth University, UK

Bournemouth University is pleased to offer a Postgraduate Academic Excellence Scholarship to all those applicants entering with outstanding qualifications relevant to their course.These scholarships are available for January 2015 and September 2015 applicants

This scholarship will reward students who have achieved outstanding academic results– please refer to our at-a-glance chart (PDF 306kb) to see if you qualify. If your country is not listed in the chart you will need to check directly with our International Admissions Team, who will assess your qualifications using NARIC.

> All applicants who meet the eligibility criteria will be automatically awarded one scholarship for the one year Taught Masters degree– there is no need to apply

> Unlimited number of scholarships available.

Who is eligible to apply for this scholarship?

Postgraduate (Master’s) applicants are eligible to apply.

To which courses does this scholarship apply?

All taught full-time postgraduate (Taught Master's) courses delivered at BU, including CPE and LPC, and Master's by Research (MRes). Excludes distance learning courses and a number of courses delivered by the School of Health & Social Care.

How much is the scholarship worth?

£3,000.

What are the criteria for this scholarship?

> An outstanding academic profile, relevant to your course, as follows:

> Upper second-class honours (2i) classification, or above, from a UK undergraduate Bachelor's degree, with a minimum of 65% or overseas equivalent – please refer to our at-a-glance chart (PDF 306kb) to see if you qualify. If your country is not listed in the chart you will need to check directly with our International Admissions Team, who will assess your qualifications using NARIC.

> CPE with a merit profile.

It is important to visit official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

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International Academic Excellence Scholarship  from Bournemouth University, UK

International Ambassador Scholarships at University of West London, UK

The International Ambassador Scholarship from University of West London,UK, recognises and provides financial support for outstanding students who wish to act as ambassadors for the University of West London. 

Field(s) of study:

Any full-time undergraduate or postgraduate course at the University of West London

Scholarship value/inclusions:

For applicants applying to start in September 2015 we are offering 100 scholarships worth up to £5,000.

Students are eligible to apply for the scholarship if they have been offered a place to study on a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate course at the University of West London, commencing in September 2015.

Eligibility:

Students are eligible to apply for the scholarship if they have been offered a place to study on a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate course at the University of West London, commencing in September 2015.

Deadline

Deadline: The deadline for applications for September 2015 is 5pm on Friday 17 July 2015.

Click the link below and Fill up the REGISTRATION FORM  to know more details about scholarships and Study opportunities at University of West London, UK.

International Masters Scholarships from The University of Edinburgh, UK

Application Deadline: 2015-04-01

Edinburgh Global Master's Scholarship from The University of Edinburgh offers 30 Master's scholarships for postgraduate study in any subject offered by the University for the 2015-2016 academic session.

Scholarship Value
Fifteen scholarships will have a value of £5,000 each, while a further fifteen scholarships will have a value of £3,000 each. These scholarships will be tenable for one academic year and will be deducted from tuition fees.

Eligibility
The scholarships will be awarded to students who are nationals of countries outwith the EU who are accepted for admission on a full-time basis for a postgraduate Master's programme of study at the University of Edinburgh.

Applicants should already have been offered a place at the University of Edinburgh and should have firmly accepted that offer or be intending to do so. Preference will be given to candidates who have not already had the opportunity to study in Scotland.

Criteria
The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of academic merit. Candidates must have, or expect to obtain, the overseas equivalent of a UK first-class honours degree.
Applying

Eligible applicants should complete an online scholarship application.

The closing date for applications for these scholarships is 1 April 2015.

It is important to visit official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

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International Masters Scholarships from The University of Edinburgh, UK

International Postgraduate Scholarship from University of Strathclyde,UK

Scholarship Application Deadline: 2015-05-31

University of Strathclyde,UK offers no. of  International Postgraduate Scholarships.The University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, Scotland, is Glasgow's second university by age, founded in 1796, and receiving its Royal Charter in 1964 as the UK's first technological university.

SCHOLARSHIP DETAILS:
Academic Level: Postgraduate Instructional

Subject Areas: General

Funding Source: University of Strathclyde,UK

Number of Scholarships: A number of awards are available.

Scholarship Value
Awards of £4000 and £6000 are available.

Deadline
31 May 2015

Eligibility Requirements
Students of outstanding academic calibre from overseas and EU students on premium fee courses.

Further Information
For new students who begin a one year full-time postgraduate taught programmes (MSc, LLM, MLitt, MArch, MEd etc.) in September 2015. These awards are not renewable. Applications should be made on-line at the address below before 31 May 2015. Please be advised that in order to apply for the scholarships you will need to have applied for a postgraduate course at Strathclyde and be in possession of an application number. You can only apply once you have an application number.
international@strath.ac.uk

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International Postgraduate Scholarships from University of Strathclyde,UK

Developing Solutions Masters Scholarship from The University of Nottingham, UK

Application Deadline: 2015-04-25

Developing Solutions Masters Scholarship has been announced from The University of Nottingham, UK. There are 105 scholarships-30 Full Tuition Fee and 75 of 50% towards tuition fee.

No. of awards
>  105 scholarships – 30 x 100% tuition fee and 75 x 50% towards tuition fee.

You can apply for this scholarship if you:
> are a national of (or permanently domiciled in) Africa, India or one of the countries of the Commonwealth listed below*
*Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Brunei, Cayman Islands, Dominica, Falkland Islands, Fiji, Gibraltar, Grenada, Guyana, Jamaica, Kiribati, Malaysia, Maldives, Montserrat, Nauru, Nepal, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Pitcairn, St Helena, St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent, Solomon Islands, Sri Lanka, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tristan da Cunha, Turks and Caicos, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, Western Samoa.

AND
> are classed as an overseas student for fee purposes AND
> have not already studied outside of your home country AND
> are not currently studying at a University of Nottingham campus or are not a University of Nottingham graduate AND
> already hold an offer to start a full-time masters degree programme, including MRes, at Nottingham for September 2015 in an area of study within the:
--- Faculty of Engineering,
--- Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences,
--- Faculty of Science,
--- School of Geography – courses related to the area of Environment,
--- Institute for Science & Society – courses related to the area of Science,
--- Business School – courses allied to Operations Management.
----School of Law – MSc Law and Environmental Science.

Application for admission to study at Nottingham must be received at least six weeks before the scholarship closing date to allow time for our Admissions office to process the application and confirm your offer, before you can apply for the scholarship. Any application for admission to study submitted later than six weeks before the scholarship closing date is not guaranteed to be processed in time.

The closing date for scholarship applications is 25 April 2015 – 12 mid-day (UK time).

It is important to visit official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

Original Scholarship link
Developing Solutions Masters Scholarship from The University of Nottingham, UK

Apply for January 2015 intake at University of Greenwich, London (UK)

Start the journey to your dream career with the University of Greenwich, London (UK)

The University of Greenwich is one of London’s leading universities.

We are home to a thriving international community of students from over 140 countries. Each year, more than 4,000 international students from around the world choose to study with us, part of a diverse community of nearly 39,000 students studying in the UK and overseas. 

As a top choice for nationals of Nepal studying with us in the UK, our Nepalese students are drawn to us by high-quality, research-led teaching in first-class facilities.We are at the centre of an international network of partners and clients.

Based on three attractive, historic campuses in London and Kent, we can offer something for everyone; the bright lights of a major capital city or the quiet pleasures of the English countryside.  

We are proud of our excellent standards of teaching and put student satisfaction at the heart of our work. Recent league tables have seen the university voted top in the country for student satisfaction in a variety of subjects, including marketing, economics, civil engineering and mathematics.  Many of our other subjects have rated in the top 10. 

Whether you are looking to study at undergraduate or postgraduate level, we are sure to have a programme to suit you.  At the University of Greenwich, we offer an excellent, globally recognised education that aims to put you ahead in your career.

Why choose us?

>  £1,000 Nationality scholarship for nationals of Nepal, plus prompt payment discount available

> Our students consistently rate us highly for our innovative and enthusiastic teaching (NSS 2013, CUG 2014, and Guardian University Guide 2014)

> Accommodation is guaranteed to new students for the September intake

> The university celebrates its 125th anniversary in 2015, so you will be joining an institution with a well-established reputation and a long history

> We are one of the top 10 greenest universities in the UK (People & PlanetGreen League 2013), with an Outstanding Contribution to Sustainable Development(2013 THE Awards)

> We have won three prestigious Queen’s Anniversary Prizes for Higher and Further Education

> Our modern facilities include the new award-winning £76 million Stockwell Streetdevelopment in the heart of Greenwich

> We are listed as a Highly Trusted Sponsor, the highest level of compliance required by UKVI, so you can be confident that you are choosing a universitywhich is fully recognised by UK immigration authorities

> Our vibrant international student community has rated the university a great place to study (International Graduate Insight Group). The latest Student Barometer survey highlighted strengths such as the quality of our campus environment and student support services

> Our diverse range of award-winning academic research and collaborations is helping toimprove lives and advance society around the world

> Our Greenwich Campus is based on a beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Site on the banks ofthe River Thames - which frequently serves as a location for Hollywood films

Complete the REGISTRATION FORM to register your interest in meeting us on our next visit, to request further information or if you wish to apply for our next  intake!

Start the journey to your dream career with the University of Greenwich, London (UK)

The University of Greenwich is one of London’s leading universities.

We are home to a thriving international community of students from over 140 countries. Each year, more than 4,000 international students from around the world choose to study with us, part of a diverse community of nearly 39,000 students studying in the UK and overseas. 

As a top choice for nationals of Nepal studying with us in the UK, our Nepalese students are drawn to us by high-quality, research-led teaching in first-class facilities.We are at the center of an international network of partners and clients. Based on three attractive, historic campuses in London and Kent, we can offer something for everyone; the bright lights of a major capital city or the quiet pleasures of the English countryside.  

We are proud of our excellent standards of teaching and put student satisfaction at the heart of our work. Recent league tables have seen the university voted top in the country for student satisfaction in a variety of subjects, including marketing, economics, civil engineering and mathematics.  Many of our other subjects have rated in the top 10.  

Whether you are looking to study at undergraduate or postgraduate level, we are sure to have a program to suit you.  At the University of Greenwich, we offer an excellent, globally recognized education that aims to put you ahead in your career.

Why choose University of Greenwich?

• £1,000 Nationality scholarship for nationals of Nepal, plus prompt payment discount available
• Our students consistently rate us highly for our innovative and enthusiastic teaching (NSS 2013, CUG 2014, and Guardian University Guide 2014)
• Accommodation is guaranteed to new students for the September intake
• The university celebrates its 125th anniversary in 2015, so you will be joining an institution with a well-established reputation and a long history
• We are one of the top 10 greenest universities in the UK (People & Planet Green League 2013), with an Outstanding Contribution to Sustainable Development(2013 THE Awards)
• We have won three prestigious Queen’s Anniversary Prizes for Higher and Further Education
• Our modern facilities include the new award-winning £76 million Stockwell Street development in the heart of Greenwich
• We are listed as a Highly Trusted Sponsor, the highest level of compliance required by UKVI, so you can be confident that you are choosing a university which is fully recognized by UK immigration authorities
• Our vibrant international student community has rated the university a great place to study (International Graduate Insight Group). The latest Student Barometer survey highlighted strengths such as the quality of our campus environment and student support services
• Our diverse range of award-winning academic research and collaborations is helping to improve lives and advance society around the world
• Our Greenwich Campus is based on a beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Site on the banks of the River Thames - which frequently serves as a location for Hollywood films

Complete the REGISTRATION FORM to register your interest in meeting us on our next visit, to request further information or if you wish to apply for our next  intake!

Vice-Chancellor Excellence Scholarship from London South Bank University, UK

London South Bank University (LSBU) is a public university located in Southwark, London, United Kingdom. It has over 25,000 students and 1,700 staff,and is based in the London Borough of Southwark, near the South Bank of the River Thames, from which it takes its name.

The university offers Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship program in a range of awards creating opportunities for a variety of postgraduate students

The Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship programme has £48,000 to offer in a range of awards creating opportunities for a variety of postgraduate students. The programme is made possible by donations to the University's Annual Fund from alumni and other supporters.

The program

All Home, EU or International students who have firmly accepted their unconditional or conditional offer of a place to study on a postgraduate programme at LSBU are invited to apply for a scholarship in up to three of the following categories. Their application will be assessed and, if successful, the student will receive one award. Only one application is allowed.

Excellence Award 

Full fee waiver for any postgraduate programme at LSBU, plus a £1,000 bursary 

How to apply

You will be invited to apply online via email after you firmly accept your unconditional or conditional offer to study at LSBU. We recommend you apply for your place at LSBU as soon as possible to ensure you have been made an offer by the scholarship deadline. This year's deadline has now passed and we'll update this page with details of next year's scheme as soon as we have them.

When you apply for a Vice Chancellor's Scholarship, you will be able to nominate three of the above categories that you would like to be considered for. Your application requires you to create a personal statement. If your application is shortlisted, you will then be invited to attend an interview with a panel of LSBU staff.  Please note that the details above specify the minimum selection criteria only – all applications received will undergo a rigorous selection process based on your personal statement and eligibility.

Please download the Terms and Conditions (PDF File 70 KB) before applying.

It is important to visit official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

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Vice-Chancellor Excellence Scholarship from London South Bank University,UK

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1.PhD Awards

2.MPhil Awards

3.Allen, Meek and Read Scholarships (MPhil awards)

4.Le Bas Scholarships (MPhil awards)

5.Millenium Fund (PhD)

6.Newton Trust (PhD)

7.Pigott Scholarships (PhD)

8.Thalman Scholarships (PhD and MPhil)

9.Vergottis Scholarships (PhD and MPhil)

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University of Cambridge

University of Cambridge was established in c.1209. It is one of the oldest universities of the world. University of Cambridge is in Cambridge, England, United Kingdom. University of Cambridge is the third oldest university of the world. This university has campus consisting of 366,444 square meters. There are more than 599 academic staffs and 3124 admin staffs working in this university. The number of students of University of Cambridge is around 18000.

Courses of University of Cambridge:

University of Cambridge is an University of more than 18000 students. This university has some of world famous professors. With proper resource, University of Cambridge offers a lot of courses in each semester. The courses of University of Cambridge is given below:

• Undergraduate Courses
• Postgraduate Taught Courses
• Postgraduate Research Programs

Scholarship in University of Cambridge:

University of Cambridge provides a lot of financial support to its students. Eligible students can complete their education from University of Cambridge with the help of scholarship. University of Cambridge provides scholarship in various form. Some scholarship are in form of tuition fee loan, some scholarship are in form of living cost, some scholarship are in form of part time job opportunity.

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Financial Aid Awards to international students from Amherst College, USA

Amherst College offers financial aid award to international students. Since its founding in 1821, Amherst College has become one of the premier liberal arts colleges in the USA, enrolling some 1,800 talented, energetic and diverse young men and women.Renowned for its talented students, committed faculty, and rigorous academic life, Amherst offers the B.A. degree in 36 fields of study. With a faculty-student ratio of 1 to 8, Amherst’s classes are characterized by spirited interchange among students and acclaimed faculty skilled at asking challenging questions.Amherst is a member of the Five Colleges, a consortium with nearby Smith, Mount Holyoke and Hampshire Colleges and the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. 

Financial Aid Awards Details:

Once your financial need is determined by College, a financial aid award that is equal to your need will be offered. Notices of financial aid awards will be sent soon after admission letters are mailed to first-year and transfer applicants. The award is sometimes called an "aid package" because it may include both self-help (employment) and gift aid (scholarships and grants). Students with lower financial need will be offered self-help. Students with greater need will be offered a combination of self-help and gift aid.   

Amherst College has replace all initially packaged, need based student loans with grant assistance and also offers $1,800 in an employment opportunity

Application Deadlines:

Early Decision- November 1

Regular Decision- February 15

Fall Transfer- March 15

Spring Transfer- October 15

It is important to visit official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

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Financial Aid Awards from Amherst College, USA

2015/2016 Chevening UK government Scholarship Awards

Application Deadline: 2014-11-15

Applications for 2015/2016 Chevening Scholarships are now open, and will close on 15 November at 23:59 GMT.

About Chevening Scholarships

Chevening Scholarships are the UK government’s global scholarship programme, funded by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) and partner organisations. The programme makes awards to outstanding scholars with leadership potential from around the world to study postgraduate courses at universities in the UK.

The Chevening programme was established in 1983 and has developed into a prestigious international scheme. Chevening Scholars come from more than 150 countries and territories worldwide (excluding the USA and the EU), and this year the Scholarships will support more than 1500 individuals. There are over 43,000 Chevening alumni around the world who together comprise an influential and highly regarded global network.

The programme provides full or part funding for full-time courses at postgraduate level, normally a one-year Master’s degree, in any subject and at any UK university.

To be eligible for a Chevening Award, you must:

> Be a citizen of a Chevening-eligible country, and intend to return there for a minimum of 2 years after your Chevening Award has finished.

> Hold a degree that is equivalent to at least an upper-second class (2:1) honours degree in the UK before applying.

> Have completed at least two years' work experience before applying. This can include voluntary work and paid or unpaid internships.

> Meet the Chevening English language requirement by 15 July 2015.

> Apply to three different eligible UK university courses (unless otherwise specified in your award category). For further information visit ‘what courses should I apply to?’

> Not hold British citizenship or dual British citizenship, unless you are a citizen of a British Overseas Territory or hold BN(O) and are applying from Hong Kong.

> Not have previously studied in the UK under a UK government-funded scholarship.

> Not be an employee, relative of employee, or former employee (since July 2012) of Her Majesty’s Government (including British Embassies/High Commissions, the Department for International Development, the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills, UK Trade and Investment, the Ministry of Defence and the Home Office), the British Council, a partner, a sponsoring UK university, or a staff member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities.

It is important to visit official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

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2015/2016 Chevening Scholarships

Top Online University for PhD Programs

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These are some top University that offer Online PhD. 

You can get your PhD degree from US, UK, Australia, Germany and from many other countries living in your home country! When you have the online PhD Degree opportunity, why wasting time and money to travel through half way of the world and lead miserable life. Live at your home, study online and have your PhD! In this section, those who are interested in online PhD, will get all the information about the online PhD programs.

There are hundreds of online PhD programs. It is really difficult to find the perfect online PhD program. We are here to help you to find a perfect online PhD program for you. The cost of Online PhD program is available here. If the cost is too high for you, you'll get the online PhD scholarship news and updates from here. If there are some new opportunity on online PhD, you can get the update from here

International postgraduate and undergraduate Scholarships from Sheffield Hallam University, UK

Application Deadline: 2014-11-01

Sheffield Hallam University offers Transform Together Scholarships which are exclusively for non EU students. All full-time postgraduate and undergraduate taught courses are taking part in the programme.

What do the Transform Together Scholarships cover?

Transform Together Scholarships are available for all full–time taught courses at Sheffield Hallam.

> Postgraduate courses – full fee waiver (100% discount)

> Undergraduate courses – 50% fee discount for each year of your degree

What is the process?

If you meet the eligibly criteria below, please download the application form.If you have not yet applied for a course, please visit online prospectus to find a course and apply.

The Transform Together Scholarship application deadlines are

> For September 2014 start – 31 May 2014

> For January 2015 start – 1 November 2014

A panel will review the applications and following a competitive process they will award scholarships to well–qualified students who demonstrate academic, personal or professional achievement on their scholarship application form. You will be notified if you have been successful approximately one month after the deadline. 

Are you eligible?

To be eligible to apply for one of these scholarships you must:

> postgraduate only – have achieved a minimum 2.1 or equivalent in your honours degree and must meet the minimum English and academic entry requirements for your course. Please attach transcripts to scholarship applications

> undergraduate only – have achieved or exceeded the English and academic entry requirements for the course

> have an offer for a full–time taught undergraduate or postgraduate course at Sheffield Hallam University starting in 2014/15. If you have not applied for a course, please visit our online prospectus.

> be self–funding your studies

> be classed as an international student for fees purposes

> be able to pay any additional fees your course may require, for example field trips

It is important to visit official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

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International postgraduate and undergraduate Scholarships from Sheffield Hallam University

International Full Scholarships from University of Cambridge,UK

Gates Cambridge Scholarships are highly competitive full-cost scholarships awarded to outstanding applicants from outside the UK to pursue a full-time graduate degree in any subject available at the University of Cambridge.

Gates Cambridge Scholarship,University of Cambridge, are only available for full-time postgraduate degrees offered at the University of Cambridge.


Eligibility:
You can apply for a Gates Cambridge Scholarship if you are:
> a citizen of any country outside the United Kingdom.
> applying to pursue one of the following full-time residential courses of study at the University of Cambridge: PhD (three year research-only degree); MSc or MLitt (two year research-only degree); or a one year postgraduate course (e.g. MPhil, LLM, MASt, Diploma, MBA etc.): Read More...

International Full Scholarships from University of Cambridge,UK

Gates Cambridge Scholarships are highly competitive full-cost scholarships awarded to outstanding applicants from outside the UK to pursue a full-time graduate degree in any subject available at the University of Cambridge.

Gates Cambridge Scholarship,University of Cambridge, are only available for full-time postgraduate degrees offered at the University of Cambridge.

Eligibility:
You can apply for a Gates Cambridge Scholarship if you are:
> a citizen of any country outside the United Kingdom.
> applying to pursue one of the following full-time residential courses of study at the University of Cambridge: PhD (three year research-only degree); MSc or MLitt (two year research-only degree); or a one year postgraduate course (e.g. MPhil, LLM, MASt, Diploma, MBA etc.)

OR already a student at Cambridge and want to apply for a new postgraduate course. For example, if you are studying for an MPhil you can apply for a Gates Cambridge Scholarship to do a PhD. However, if you have already started a course, you cannot apply for a Gates Cambridge Scholarship to fund the rest of it.

OR already a Gates Cambridge Scholar and want to apply for a second Scholarship. You must apply by the second, international deadline and go through the same process of departmental ranking, shortlisting and interviewing as all other candidates.

Apply
Applications for a Gates Cambridge Scholarship for October 2015 entry will open on 1 September 2014. The deadlines will be:
> Round 1 (US citizens based in the USA) - 15 October 2014
> Round 2 (all other eligible candidates) - 3 December 2014

See HOW TO APPLY section for further details

For more info and original scholarship link:
Gates Cambridge Scholarship, University of Cambridge,UK

International Postgraduate Scholarships from Kingston University London

Kingston University London offer awards totalling £200,000 every year, with each international scholarship worth £3,500. These are open to prospective full-time postgraduates in any subject area on a one-year taught masters degree based at Kingston University.

Scholarships are available for both September entry and January entry (for courses with a relevant start date).
> Scholarship applications for September 2014 entry will open in mid-February 2014.

Who can apply?
You can apply for an award if you:
> are an international student (classified as 'overseas' for fee purposes);
> have an offer of a place on a course at Kingston for 2014/15 entry; and
> are not currently registered on a postgraduate course at Kingston University.

How are the scholarships awarded?
The scholarships will be awarded on the basis of:
> academic merit;
> what you expect to gain from the course you are taking; and
> what you intend to do after completing the course.

How do I apply?
Before you begin your application, please make sure that you meet the eligibility criteria. You must:
> be an international student (classified as 'overseas' for fee purposes);
> have an offer of a place on a course at Kingston for 2014/15 entry; and
> not currently be registered on an undergraduate or postgraduate course at Kingston University.

Please also note that you will need electronic copies of the following documents to make your application online:
> a copy of your offer letter;
> an academic reference letter;
> a copy of your academic transcript/worksheet; and
> a copy of your Academic IELTS or TOEFL result (where applicable).

The deadline to apply is Monday 2 June 2014 for September 2014 scholarships.

It is important to visit official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

Original Scholarship link below:
International Postgraduate Scholarships from Kingston University London

UK OR USA EDUCATION SYSTEM

Universities and Colleges are reputedly the hallowed halls of intellectual development, the schools of maturation from where the leaders of our world emerge to set the world ablaze with the fruits of intellectualism. However, the produce all vary in flavors according the nature of the curriculum prescribed. The most marked divergence of tastes lie within institutions separated by oceans, and continents. Although the UK and USA share an Anglo-Saxon culture, disparities are marked within ideals of their respective education systems, further being indicative of their particular cultures.

In the USA, no matter if one is enrolled in a state school or a private liberal arts college, it is expected that students will study academic subjects outside their intended field of study. The premise of which is to cultivate a rounded individual, comfortably conversant with all mediums of academic literature, whether of artistic or scientific character. Hence on American campuses you will discover scenarios where historians may be taking courses in astrophysics.

Needless to say such a scenario would not engender smiles on the faces of their British counterparts, who have journeyed through system of education where from an early age specialization has been expected. Thus by the time these students commence their undergraduate training they are only expected to study within their chosen area of study.  (This happens to less of a degree in Scottish universities, where students are encouraged to explore topics beyond their major, although in reality students rarely venture beyond their chosen faculty.

These structural differences influence changes within the deliverance of classes. Due to obligation of students to study outside their fields of study the US prescribes a broader, but less in depth of an enquiry of study.  Whereas, breadth is shunned in favor of more narrowly focused, but deeper lines of study within British establishments.  Each system has its strengths and weaknesses.  Critics of British education would point towards the enforced learning of unnecessary information, whereas defenders of the British universities may counter by accusations of? dumping down? in college classes. My personal perception, based from studying in two small universities/colleges in the UK and the US, that aside from a divergence between curriculum's, there is a marked difference of ethos between UK and USA higher education institutions.

On American campuses, work is constantly requested from students on a daily basis. In contrast the British university calendar invites extra-intensive work in patches, separated by periods of lulls, thus creating large tracts of downtime between assignments. It this downtime that characterizes the British university lifestyle where social life is the veritable engine of UK university life, pushing academia into the passenger seat. In contrast academia takes the fore in America colleges, largely due to structured system in American colleges brought by an emphasis upon teaching. Work is definitely more intensive in American colleges, which is to be expected given that American students pay significantly more than their British counterparts, and hence American students tend to be more motivated than their apathetic British counterparts.

So concluding with my personal endnote of bias, I would have to admit that American Colleges invite more of a rigorous, dynamic intellectually arousing ethos, though at the expense of cultivating an active social scene. The lessons derived within the UK university establishment arise from outside the classroom within the pubs and clubs, where social development rather than intellectual development takes preponderance. Choose your pick!

By: Sunjit "Sunny" Lalli (Read more...)

POSTGRADUATE STUDY IN THE UK

What sort of courses can I do as a postgraduate student in the UK? What will the experience be like? How can I get the most out of my time in Britain? How will this contribute to my personal development? What support is available? Will further study be valued when I return home?

Taught courses

Most postgraduates in the UK are studying for Masters qualifications lasting one or two years. These courses serve a range of needs from vocational training to a preparation for further research. One characteristic common to all is the opportunity to work in small groups and contribute to an exciting mix of ideas and experience.

Teaching and learning on taught courses may be in the form of essays, project work, industrial or business placements, problem classes, lectures, tutorials or discussion groups. They may also include a project or research dissertation which you work on individually or as part of a group.

It is important that you check the content of courses and are sure that they are suitable for you. Courses with the same title may be very different in their aims and methods and different institutions have different strengths.

Research

British Universities have a long and respected tradition for research. Many Masters courses contain a research element and some are dedicated to research with little or no formal teaching. The most advanced form of postgraduate research is doctoral work which is intensive and needs strong commitment in terms of time, dedication and finance. Full time study at this level will take at least three years.

Whatever course you choose research in the UK is characterized by close contact with academic staff and personal research supervision either working with one or two academics or part of a research team. If you are considering doing a doctorate in the UK you must make sure you are very clear about your reasons and motivations. The work is intense and demands a high degree of independence of both thought and working patterns. Choosing your supervisor’s) for doctoral level work is very important. You will have a close working relationship with these people for several years so be sure to make sure the people you choose will be best suited to your needs.

In recent years much more emphasis has been placed upon gaining a broad range of skills appropriate not just to your specific research project but to the your subject area generally. Do take advantage of these opportunities as they will put you in a stronger position when it comes to seeking employment whether within academia or in other careers.

Personal Development

Whatever your course you will have the opportunity as a postgraduate to develop your skills both formally and informally. All institutions offer a range of supplementary courses in addition to the training and teaching you will receive as part of your study.

What is often not recognized are the skills you will develop informally through studying in another country at postgraduate level. Postgraduate study will enable you to develop your personal skills in areas such as presentation, report writing, organizing work effectively, managing others and communicating ideas clearly. Also the experience of simply studying in another country and being part of a different culture is something that cannot be learned elsewhere.

Working while studying

The UK Government has recently made it easier for international students to work while studying. The most obvious way of earning extra income while studying is doing teaching work. With the rapid expansion of higher education in the UK over the last decade there are many more opportunities for teaching at all levels from demonstrating and laboratory work to tutorials, seminars and sometimes lecturing.

There may be limitations on what teaching work you can do as Masters student and more opportunity exists for those doing doctoral research. Remember, though, that teaching can be time consuming so be sure to balance the attractions of teaching work with the needs of your course or research. You should expect training and support to be provided from your department or institution to help you teach.

Student Support

It is important to remember that when you are studying your academic work is only part of your life. All institutions in the UK have an organization run by students and usually known as the students’ union or association. They are a focus for student life and provide social and sporting facilities as well as acting as the voice of students at the institution. Most institutions have a postgraduate society and a wide range of other clubs and societies.

The first places you should go for information and support are your institution and its students’ union. There are also several national organizations for students in the UK.

The national body for postgraduates in the UK is the National Postgraduate Committee (NPC) which is an independent organization offering support, advice and guidance to student unions, institutions and individuals. The National Union of Students (NUS) is the largest student organization in the UK but does tend to focus more on the needs of undergraduates.

Be part of it!

There is unprecedented interest in higher education at the moment and a real commitment to widening opportunity and expanding the role that higher education plays in society and the world. Postgraduate study and research can serve different needs from career training to the development of original and exciting ideas through research and collaborative work. This is an exciting time to be part of a learning revolution that can benefit you as an individual and society as a whole. The UK has a deserved reputation as one of the best places to do postgraduate work in the world. If you are clear about your reasons for study and make the most of the opportunities available you will have a rewarding and enjoyable experience. Be part of the learning revolution and come and study in the UK. It’s an experience you will never forget.

By: Jeremy Hoad

General Secretary, National Postgraduate Committee (UK), 1998 - 2000

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