The University of Edinburgh is now accepting applications for the Alice Brown PhD International Scholarships programme for the 2022-2023 academic year.
This study program is designed for international students who have a plan to take part in PhD degree coursework at the School of Social and Political Science.
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Summary
Great offer for international students in the UK
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( vote)The University of Edinburgh is Scotland’s most prominent and oldest university, offering courses in the arts, humanities, and computer science. It offers international students a variety of undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes.
Why study at the University of Edinburgh? Students will be able to study in a variety of ways, including on-campus taught programmes and part-time online study. The university offers you the chance to advance your career by learning new skills and talents, increasing your trust, and learning more about yourself.
Application Deadline: The applications for this grant will be accepted only through February 3, 2022.
Brief Description
- University or Organization: University of Edinburgh
- Department: School of Social and Political Science
- Course Level: PhD
- Awards: £10,000 each year
- Access Mode: Online
- Number of Awards: Not Known
- Nationality: International students
- The award can be taken in the UK
Eligibility
- Eligible Countries: UK, European Economic Area, or Switzerland.
- Acceptable Course or Subjects: PhD degree coursework in one of the following broad subject areas: African Studies, International Development, International Relations, Politics, Science, Technology and Innovation Studies, Social Anthropology, Social Policy, Social Work, Sociology, South Asian Studies, and Sustainable Development
- Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must have to meet the following eligibility criteria:
- A first-class honours degree (or equivalent) in a subject relevant to the studentship OR a taught MSc degree at distinction level in a subject relevant to the studentship – these qualifications can be either achieved or anticipated. As comprehensive research training is integrated with this PhD programme, there will be no automatic preference given to those holding MSc qualifications covering research training.
How to Apply
- How to Apply: To be considered for the scholarships, applicants first have to take admission in a PhD degree programme at the university. The online scholarship application form is located in EUCLID and can be accessed via MyEd, their web-based information portal at https://www.myed.ed.ac.uk
- Supporting Documents: Students must submit all degree transcripts and certificates (and certified translations if applicable), a short research proposal (max two pages), a full CV and cover letter describing your background, suitability for the PhD, and research interests (max two pages) and two references.
- Admission Requirements: For taking admission, students must have to check the entry requirements of their chosen program.
- Language Requirement: If your education has not been conducted in the English language, you will be expected to demonstrate evidence of an adequate level of English proficiency. For more information, go through the English language requirements
Benefits
The scholarship programme covers full payment of PhD tuition fees and provides an annual stipend of £10,000 each year.
