Aston University Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship, UK 2023
Application is now open for the Aston University Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship. Interested candidates are encouraged to send their applications in before the deadline date.
About Aston University and Scholarship
Aston University, abbreviated as Aston., is a public research university located in the city center of Birmingham, England. Its origins can be traced back to 1895 when it was established as the Birmingham Municipal Technical School. Over the years, it evolved into the United Kingdom’s first College of Advanced Technology in 1956. Aston University was granted its royal charter by Queen Elizabeth II on 22 April 1966.
Aston University is a global institution that annually attracts students from more than 120 different countries. Situated in the heart of Birmingham, the UK’s second-largest city, Aston University is a hub for international education in a vibrant urban setting. The university is dedicated to providing high-quality teaching, underpinned by cutting-edge research, and aims to equip its students with the skills and knowledge necessary for a successful career.
The Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship stands as the university’s most prestigious scholarship, available to both undergraduate and postgraduate students. This scholarship seeks to identify and support the most exceptional students who have achieved outstanding academic accomplishments. Additionally, these students should be able to demonstrate a genuine passion for their chosen field through professional work experience, volunteer activities, or engagement in extracurricular projects and initiatives.
Details about Aston University Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship:
Scholarship Sponsor: Aston University, UK
Scholarship Value: Check Below
Number of awards: N/A
Study level: Undergraduate/Postgraduate
Host Institution(s): Aston University, UK
Benefits (Undergraduate)
If your application is accepted, you will receive tuition assistance of up to £5,000 per year of study (a total value of up to £17,500 including a placement year). You will receive an email from the school informing you whether or not your application was accepted. You may reach them at hello@aston.ac.uk if you have any more inquiries.
Eligibility Criteria for Aston University Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship (Undergraduate)
Students from outside the EU and from any country may apply. Students wishing to enroll for undergraduate taught courses beginning in September 2023 (except medicine) are eligible for this award.
Who is most likely to be awarded this scholarship?
Students of many origins are welcome at Aston University. The school is proud of the varied spectrum of backgrounds, both social and academic, that their students represent in addition to their international origins. Students who show academic brilliance and a sincere interest in their subject matter—e.g., via volunteer work, job experience, or extracurricular activities—will be given this prize.
Benefits (Postgraduate)
You will get £10,000 to assist with tuition expenses if your application is accepted. If your application is accepted, the institution will send you an email to notify you. You may get in touch with them at hello@aston.ac.uk if you have any more queries.
Eligibility Criteria for Aston University Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship (Postgraduate)
Students from outside the EU and from any country may apply. Beginning in January 2024, this scholarship is open to students enrolling in postgraduate taught courses (except remote learning courses, MBA, Postgraduate Diploma or Masters Degree for Overseas Pharmacists (OSPAP), and Postgraduate Certificate programs).
Please be aware that applications for this award are not accepted from postgraduate research students. See the scholarship terms and conditions for further eligibility information.
Who is most likely to be awarded this scholarship?
Students of many origins are welcome at Aston University. The school is proud of the varied spectrum of backgrounds, both social and academic, that their students represent in addition to their international origins. Students who show academic brilliance and a sincere interest in their subject matter—e.g., via volunteer work, job experience, or extracurricular activities—will be given this prize.
View the scholarship terms and conditions here.
Application Procedure for Aston University Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship
You must apply for and be accepted into an Aston University course before you can apply for a scholarship. The next step is to complete an online application form. You will be required to compose a brief statement of support, which a panel will evaluate. You can also visit the official website for further details.
The Submission Deadline is: October 31, 2023. Students will be informed of the application outcome on Tuesday 14 November 2023.
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