The Cardiff University is pleased to announce the Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship. This prestigious scholarship is available to international students across a variety of postgraduate taught programmes. Scholarships are awarded in the form of tuition fee discounts ranging from £3,500 to £10,000.
Cardiff University, founded in 1883 as University College of South Wales and Monmouthshire, is a prestigious public research university located in Cardiff, Wales. Over the years, it has grown into one of the leading universities in the UK, known for its strong emphasis on research, high-quality teaching, and vibrant campus life.
Background
The Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship is an initiative to attract outstanding international students to our postgraduate taught programmes. With awards ranging from £3,500 to £10,000, this scholarship is offered as a tuition fee discount and covers over 130 programmes across various academic schools. It is a competitive scholarship aimed at encouraging academic excellence and diversity within the university community.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be an international student from one of the eligible countries.
- Apply and be accepted into an eligible postgraduate taught programme.
- Meet the conditions of their offer, including any English language requirements, by 20 August 2024.
- Accept their offer and pay any required deposit by 30 June 2024 or within the specified timeframe in their offer letter.
- Be a self-funding student and confirmed as an overseas student for fee purposes.
Benefits
The scholarship amounts vary based on the applicant’s country of domicile:
- £3,500: Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Ghana, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Malta, Mauritius, Mexico, Namibia, Nepal, Netherlands, Norway, Oman, Peru, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sweden, Switzerland, Tanzania, Thailand, Turkey, UAE, Uganda, USA, Zambia.
- £6,000: Cyprus (EU), Egypt, Greece, Jordan, Kenya, Nigeria, Pakistan, Poland, Taiwan.
- £10,000: Bangladesh.
Application Process
The application process for the Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship is straightforward:
- Apply: Submit an application to the university for one of the eligible postgraduate taught programmes by 31 July 2024.
- Offer Acceptance: Accept the offer and pay any required deposit by 30 June 2024 or the specified deadline in your offer letter.
- Automatic Consideration: Eligible international applicants who meet the criteria and deadlines will be automatically considered for the scholarship.
Important Dates
Application Deadline: 31 July 2024.
Conclusion
By applying for the Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship, you can significantly reduce your financial burden and focus on your academic and professional growth. Take advantage of this incredible opportunity to study at a prestigious institution and advance your career.