University of Edinburgh Global Research Scholarship for International Students
University of Edinburgh Global Research Scholarship Invitation: Applications are currently ongoing for the University of Edinburgh Global Research Scholarship for International Students. Interested students can see the details and apply if eligible.
University of Edinburgh Global Research Scholarship Invitation: Applications are currently ongoing for the University of Edinburgh Global Research Scholarship for International Students. Interested students can see the details and apply if eligible.
University of Edinburgh Global Research Scholarship Details and FAQs
The University of Edinburgh offers Edinburgh Global Research Scholarship for international students to study for PhD in 2019/2020 academic year.
When is the application deadline?
1st February 2019 23:59 BST
Is the scholarship/opportunity offered annually?
Yes
Which countries are eligible for the scholarship?
International
In which host country will the awardees be studying?
University of Edinburgh UK
What is the category of this opportunity?
PhD
What are the selection criteria?
- Applicants must be of outstanding academic merit and research potential.
- Although candidates with an upper second class honours Bachelor’s degree (or the overseas equivalent) can be considered, in order to be competitive you should really have a first class Bachelor’s degree supplemented by an excellent Master’s degree.
- Other factors such as financial status, nationality and the proposed field of study are not taken into account.
How do I know if I’m eligible for the scholarship?
- The awards are open to overseas nationals commencing a PhD in any field of study in 2019-2020.
- Applicants must be liable to pay tuition fees at the rate applicable to overseas students and must have been offered admission to a full-time PhDresearch programme of study.
How many scholarship awards are available?
30
Benefits
Each award covers the difference between the tuition fee for a UK/EU graduate student and that chargeable to an overseas graduate student. The awards do not cover maintenance expenses.
Duration
Subject to satisfactory progress, the awards are tenable for up to three years.
How to Apply for the University of Edinburgh Global Research Scholarship
Information on how to apply will follow shortly – the closing date will be 1st February 2019.
