Postgraduate Scholarships for International Students at University of Birmingham

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University of Birmingham
Masters (MS) Degree

Deadline: 27 May 2011 (annual)
Study in:  UK
Course starts September 2011

Brief description:
The University is offering  individual scholarships for international candidates commencing a one year Masters programme in 2011.

Host Institution(s):
University of Birmingham, United Kingdom

Field of study:
The scholarship supports Masters degree programme in selected disciplines at the University.

Number of Awards:
Not indicated.

Target group:
Students from all countries outside the EU.

Scholarship value/inclusions:
Not indicated.


Eligibility:
The scheme is open to applicants from all countries outside the EU who have applied for a one year full time masters course and have been issued with a student id number.  Any application received without an id number will not be considered

Candidates must be classified as overseas for fee purposes and must not be in receipt of a full scholarship from any other source. He/she must have made adequate financial provision to study in the UK.

Applicants must have an excellent academic background obtaining a good 2:1 equivalent bachelors degree as a minimum.

Applicants must also demonstrate excellence in an area of  their life. This might be outstanding academic achievement, exceptional  achievement in extra curricular activities (such as sport, music,  managing events or societies) or significant achievement gained either  in their working life or through volunteering and service to others.

Applicants must also outline the contribution they will  make to the University of Birmingham as a student and what they expect  to gain from studying here.

Application instructions:
To apply, candidates must follow the instructions indicated at this page. The application deadline is 27 May 2011.

It is important to read the scholarship guidelines and visit the official website (links found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

Website:
Official Scholarship Website:  http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/international/students/finance/scholarships/intlscholarships.aspx