Scholarships for Indian Students to Study in UK
It goes without doubt that the United Kingdom is one of the most favored study abroad destinations in the world. Therefore, it is very important to have a look at the facts that make the UK a chosen preference for Indian students along with other global students every year?
This could probably be due to the numerous opportunities in terms of scholarships granted by most of UK public and private universities and institutions to International students or wide range of universities providing education at addordable costs. Well to get such guidance one has to refer to a professional UK educational consultant like AOEC India. Trust us, there is no better name for it!
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There are various scholarships offered by the UK universities such as merit based scholarships, need based scholarships, Diversity scholarships, and much more. Apart from regular scholarships you can also stand a chance to get a tuition fee discount of 500-2000 GBP from the university to who will be fulfilling initial deposit deadline set by the university.
It is also worth understanding that the availability of merit based scholarships in the UK is very limited and therefore only those aspiring for them should be prepared for a very competitive as well as rigorous process and for that a good statement of purpose is required. For more information about how the process works, it is advisable to contact AOEC India.
Different types of Scholarships for Indian Students to Study in UK
If you are an international student who want to pursue higher studies in another country scholarships are an effective means to ease your financial burdens. However, most of the students don’t even apply for the same owing to lack of awareness and guidance. To begin, one should understand the possible types of scholarships available for Indian students to study in UK.
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1. University-specific Awards:
These scholarships are exclusively offered for international students applying in specific universities and colleges based on their performance in academics. Requirements for these scholarships will vary from university to university.
2. Country Specific Scholarships:
As the name suggests, only students from selected countries can apply for these scholarships and main aim of these scholarships is to motivate international student from specific countries to study in UK.
1. Charles Wallace India Trust Scholarships (CWIT)
Living costs, travel and medical insurance, airfare and other incidental expenses for a scholars to stay in the UK for up to one year of study or work in the UK is catered for by the Charles Wallace India Trust to individuals within India who are in the early or middle career stage and are involved in the field of heritage, arts and humanities. The grants are categorized into three types.
- CWIT Long-Term Grants
- CWIT Short Research Grants
- Visiting Fellowships
So far Charles Wallace India Trust has awarded 3000 grants in the past 40 years
2. Felix Scholarships
Felix Scholarship was introduced with the aim of helping highly talented but low income earning students from India and other parts of the developing world who come with the passion of studying at postgraduate level in the UK. So far, this program has provided 428 scholarship opportunities.
This Scholarship is exclusively available for three distinguished universities:
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- University of Oxford
- University of Reading
- University of London
Requirement for this Scholarship:
- For Indian Nationals: must be a holder of a first-class Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university in India.
- For Nationals from Countries other than India or the EEA: To qualify for felix scholarship you must possess a first-class honors degree from a recognized University and you should be accepted by your preferred University.
3. Dr Manmohan Singh Scholarships
It is through the sponsorship of the University of Cambridge through St. John’s College that the Dr. Manmohan Singh Scholarship has been initiated. It is awarded to deserving students who have interests in doing doctorate in the faculties of economics, sciences, Information and communication technologies and social sciences.
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Yet, priority is given to those students who are interested in applying for Aerospace Engineering and Energy courses. It is an academic scholarship that covers for tuition fees, air fare to and from the UK, a monthly stipend, and a visa fee to the UK.
This scholarship will be offered based on the following conditions:
- The applicant should be a below 35 years of age.
- Should have a minimum 2-years management related experience in an Indian company
- Leadership skills also have to be displayed through previous work experience as well as the student’s personal statements.
- The student is required to be proficient in English language in terms of writing and speaking.
4. Rhodes Scholarships at the University of Oxford
The Rhodes Scholarship was started in the year 1902, with an aim of helping deserving students all over the world to pursue post graduate courses in the University of Oxford. This is a fully funded scholarship which covers the tuition fee of Oxford University as well as an annual living allowance.
Scholarship requirements:
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- Must be an Indian national, or should have Indian passport or any other document which makes them eligible to become an Indian citizen.
- The student should possess at least 4 to 10 years formal education recognized in India.
- Should be under the age limit as set by the Rhodes Trust.
5. Inlaks Scholarships
As one of the oldest scholarships for Indian students since 1976, the Inlaks Shivdasani Scholarships offer an opportunity for students to complete full-time Masters, MPhil or a Doctorate degree in some of the best universities in the USA, UK and Europe. Capping at USD 100 000, the generous scholarship includes tuition fees, living costs, medical expenses, and one-way airfare.
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The Foundation has partnership agreements with various universities including Imperial College, University of Royal College Art, University of King’s College London among others.
Eligibility Criteria for Scholarship
- Being an Indian passport holder, not being born before the 1st of January, 1994, and have a degree from a recognized university in India.
- It is mandatory to have prior admission to the selected course and the respective institution.
- The selection process undergoes three phases: it involves application scrutiny, online preliminary discussions and final face-to-face interviews.
3. Diversity and Inclusion Scholarships:
These scholarships are offered for international students with specific traits, for instance, ethnic background, sex, faith, or disability. Purpose of this scholarships is to eliminate discrimination in various aspects of people’s lives and to ensure equal rights for all.
4. Course Specific Scholarships:
These scholarships are funded by the university or the government and are offered for international students to pursue their higher education in various fields. These scholarships will be awarded only to international students, and therefore, Indian students are eligible to apply for these subject-based scholarships.
5. Government funded scholarships:
The United Kingdom government and some of its affiliate bodies also provide scholarships to international students like Chevening scholarships, British council scholarships among others and the commonwealth scholarships.
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The average range of fees in pounds at the University:
- Bachelor’s Degree – £13,000
- Postgraduate degree-£13,000
1. Chevening Scholarships
The Chevening Scholarship stands as the UK Government’s International Scholarship and Fellowship Program, funded by the Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office (FCDO) along with partner organizations. This Scholarship is designed to provide financial support for a one-year Master’s degree program in the UK, offering a substantial amount of up to £18,000 (INR 17.8 lakh).
What Does the Scholarship Cover For Indian and International Students?
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This financial support covers tuition fees, visa costs, as well as living and travel expenses. The application period for the Chevening Scholarship commences in August every year.
Eligibility Criteria for this Scholarship?
- The student must be a citizen of a Chevening-eligible country or territory. Indian students are eligible.
- The student should have completed an undergraduate program and possess a minimum of two years of work experience.
- The student should have applied to three different eligible UK University courses and received an offer from at least one of the courses.
The potential for academic and professional excellence in pursuit of a Master’s degree in the UK is considered a selection criterion for Indian and International students.
2. GREAT Scholarships
The GREAT Scholarship offers 26 postgraduate scholarships for the academic year 2024-2025, the scholarship is to pursue post graduate programs across 25 UK universities covering various fields and subjects. Scholarship will award an amount of £10,000 that can cover your course fee for a one year post graduate course.
3. Scotland Saltire Scholarships
The Saltire Scholarships are available for international students for different fields that are science, technology, creative and cultural Industries, Healthcare and medical sciences, Renewable and Clean energy sectors. This scholarship entitles you to receive £8000, towards tuition fee for your postgraduate studies in any Scottish higher education institution.
The courses that come under the Saltire Scholarships for postgraduate studies include:
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- Creative Industries
- Science
- Renewable energy and clean energy
- Technology
- Healthcare and Medicines
- Creative Industries
4.Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship
The Commonwealth Scholarship is the UK’s biggest scholarship program that is intended to bring the best students in the commonwealth countries to UK universities as well as support sustainable development initiatives globally. It is specifically targeted at those students who do not have any other way of financing their tertiary education in the United Kingdom.
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Citizens, permanent residents of commonwealth countries and British protected persons, refugees are eligible to apply for these scholarships. Applicants must hold bachelor’s degree of at least an upper second class (2:1). If applicant is looking to pursue PhD, then one has to have an acceptable master’s degree.
Scholarships will be offered to applicants in the subject areas like science & technology for development, healthier nations, richer planet, peace and stability, security & governance, resilience, response, education & equality.
There are a plethora of scholarships in the UK available for Indian students, but choosing the best fit based on your profile is the criteria. Get started to know the options available to you in terms of scholarships in the UK, get in touch with AOEC India today!
