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Scholarships in the UK for International Students

There are various scholarships and bursaries to support your UK education dream. Chevening and Commonwealth Scholarships, along with Euraxess UK are amongst the most popular options.

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Scholarships in the UK for International Students

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  1. How To Secure Maximum Scholarships For UK Education

  2. Contents 01 Selecting the Scholarship Picking the right university and course; researching scholarships & filtering. 02 Application Process Getting free expert help; financial statements & speaking to former winners. 03 Popular Scholarships Chevening; Commonwealth & Euraxess UK © AH&Z Associates Ltd. 2020 1

  3. Scholarship Selection How to find the right one for you? © AH&Z Associates Ltd. 2020 2

  4. Picking the Right Course To ensure the success of your application, get help from a qualified UK education consultant. Most of them offer free assistance to international students. We advise opting for open scholarships. Open scholarships allow you to select the programme you’re interested in studying. Analyse your interest and make sure the course choice aligns with them. Some scholarships may need you to apply for multiple programs in the UK. © AH&Z Associates Ltd. 2020 3

  5. Where to Find Open Scholarships 01 Look at national level scholarships 02 Surf UK university websites 03 Approach a guidance counsellor Consult UK university representatives 04 C E R T I F I C AT E 05 Visit the scholarship website © AH&Z Associates Ltd. 2020 4

  6. Choosing the Right UK University Most universities in the UK offer scholarships to foreign students. You should have your dream university and 2 backup choices. Rankings Course League Tables Research the position of the university in THE rankings, QSWU rankings etc. You can use these to compare universities, courses, and career options. Alumni Location Find whether the university has a renowned alumni cluster and reach out to former students. Take a note of the location of the university and ensure that it suits you preferences. © AH&Z Associates Ltd. 2020 5

  7. Next Step What should you do once you find several suitable scholarships? The application process can make weeks to months based on the type of scholarship. If you plan to start university at the start of the year, apply early. Remember – there is good competition from fellow applicants. The application must be perfect. Start preparing the rest of the paperwork the university will need you to submit with it. Did You Know? A qualified UK education counsellor & university consultant can guide you through the process to ensure success. © AH&Z Associates Ltd. 2020 6

  8. Application Process How to ensure a successful application? © AH&Z Associates Ltd. 2020 7

  9. Preparing Financial Statement 01 Your acceptance to a scholarship or bursary programme may also depend on your household income. 02 You’ll have to provide your financial information to the university and, in some cases, to the scholarship authority. 03 You’ll need to ask your parents or legal guardians to provide you with the financial statements. 04 Get all the financial paperwork that you need to submit with the application early and avoid any last-minute mishaps. © AH&Z Associates Ltd. 2020 8

  10. Tailor Your Application Impress the university and secure as many scholarships as you can. Read the entire application form, not once, but twice to ensure you understand everything. Sculpt your answers in a perfect manner; leave no room for mistakes or confusion. Answers Impress Scrutiny Biography Most scholarships require you to write a personal essay. Devote enough time & prepare a unique one. Reach Out Eligibility Ensure that you meet the unique requirements set by each scholarship and bursary. Feel free to reach out to the university or a qualified counsellor for clarification. © AH&Z Associates Ltd. 2020 9

  11. Speak to Former Applicants Good Thanks to the internet, you’ll now be able to reach out to former successful applicants for UK scholarships. You can find several community groups on social media. But be alarmed and exercise your own judgement to take in good advice & discard others. Bad Avoid procrastination and last minute applications. This will only hurt your chances. Take your time on research, vet the application, get the financial statement ready, create an outstanding personal statement and apply. © AH&Z Associates Ltd. 2020 10

  12. Popular Scholarships Which are the top 3 scholarships in UK? © AH&Z Associates Ltd. 2020 11

  13. The Chevening Scholarships FOR POST GRADUATE COURSES IN UK Applications for this scholarship are made online, between early August and early November. It is a fully funded scholarship program and covers your living expenses during the education as well. You can read a detailed article on this scheme here. © AH&Z Associates Ltd. 2020 12

  14. Euraxess UK This scheme is available for national and international researchers. The funding is wholesome and covers healthcare, accommodation etc. and can extend up to 6 years at the post-doctorate level. FOR POST-GRADUATE & POST-DOCTORAL COURSES EURAXESS UK is funded by the UK Government and managed by the British Council © AH&Z Associates Ltd. 2020 13

  15. Who is it for? Aimed at students from commonwealth countries, opting for post-graduate studies in the UK. How does it work? The scholarship is fully-funded and the course needs to be of 1-year duration. How to apply? You need to apply through a National Nominating Agency. What do I need to apply? Get a scanned copy of your passports, certificates etc. and approach a qualified UK education consultant. The Commonwealth Scholarships © AH&Z Associates Ltd. 2020 14

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