Worried about the cost of studying in the UK? York University is proud to request the submission of the VISTA Training International Doctoral Scholarship in the UK.

The VISTA Training Scholarship is available at the national and international levels. The award will provide financial support to high-caliber scholars doing research aligned with the VISTA program under the supervision of a VISTA Core or Associate Member. The program is open to attract and train leading vision researchers of tomorrow.

Founded in 1959, York University is the top-ranked international teaching and research university in the UK. It has 11 faculties, approximately 1500 full-time faculty, and academic librarians. York has over 120 undergraduate programs with 17 degrees. York admits to 30 international degrees offering international language study and opportunities to study abroad at more than 100 international universities.

Why study at York University? York has the right degree for your area of research interest. Across their undergraduate and graduate programs, they have over 170 degrees to choose from. York’s international students represent over 150 countries around the world. Its Vision: The science to Applications (VISTA) program is a collaborative program funded by the UK First Research Excellence Fund.

Application Deadline: Friday, March 31, 2023.

Brief Description

• University or Organization: York University
• Department: All
• Course Level: Doctoral
• Award: $10,000/year for up to 48 months
• Access Mode: Online
• Number of Awards: Varies
• Nationality: International
• The award can be taken in the UK

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: All nationalities
• Acceptable Course or Subjects: VISTA Core and Associate Members will generally have an appointment in one or more of the following graduate programs:
• Psychology
• Kinesiology & Health Science
• Electrical Engineering & Computer Science
• Biology
• Physics & Astronomy
• Mathematics & Statistics
• Philosophy
• Science & Technology Studies
• Digital Media
• Film
• Visual Arts
• Admissible Criteria: To be eligible to apply, applicants must:
• Applicants must have applied or be applying for full-time admission to an eligible graduate program at the doctoral level at York University.
• Applicants must be registered as new doctoral students in the program to hold the scholarship.
• Applicants must be supported by a VISTA Core or Associate Member who would become their supervisor. If their primary supervisor is an Associate Member, a Core Member must also be identified to co-supervise.
• Include a mandatory advisor to enhance interdisciplinary expertise for the proposed project.
• Conduct research in the vision sciences that is aligned with the VISTA program.

How to Apply

• How to Apply: Apply along with all required documents to [email protected] by the application deadline.
• Identify and confirm a VISTA Core or Associate Member supervisor and a co-supervisor. If the primary supervisor is an Associate Member, a Core Member must also be identified to co-supervise. To apply, candidates must have applied or been accepted to a full-time program in an eligible department.
• Supporting Documents: Must email the following documents and completed forms:
• Two recommendation letters
• Application formOne-page summary of the proposed research
• Voluntary self-identification survey
• Masters transcripts (electronic copies acceptable)
• Curriculum Vitae
• Referee Form
• Use the application checklist to ensure the package is complete.
• Admission Requirements: If students currently hold or have held a VISTA Masters award, they must provide: 1. Proof of application this school year and 2. Evidence of application for external funding.
• Language Requirement: All students need appropriate English language skills to study at York University in Canada.

Benefits

York University will provide $10,000/year for up to 48 months, including any previous VISTA Master’s award to selected domestic and international students.

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