Are there scholarships available at UK universities besides the Chevening scholarship, and how competitive are they for a Master's/Postgraduate?
Yes, many UK universities offer scholarships for Indian students pursuing master's degrees, beyond the Chevening Scholarship. These scholarships range from partial tuition fee waivers to full funding, and most are highly competitive.
- Clarendon Fund (Oxford): Full tuition and living stipend, automatic consideration, very competitive.
- UCL India Excellence Scholarship: £5,000 tuition support, automatic consideration, moderate competition.
- Exeter Postgraduate Scholarships: £7,500 fee discount, automatic consideration, moderate competition.
- Birmingham Chancellor’s Scholarship: £10,000 tuition support, based on academics and statement, moderate competition.
- Imperial Inspires Scholarship: £15,000/year, invitation-based, highly competitive.
- GREAT Scholarships: About £10,000 tuition support, available at select universities, moderate competition.
- Commonwealth, Rhodes, Felix Scholarships: Full funding, require strong academics and leadership, extremely competitive.
Scholarship details and eligibility are subject to change.
More expert answers
Yes, there are several scholarships for Indian students applying to UK universities, including the Chevening Scholarship and others.
- Chevening Scholarship: Fully funded for a one-year master’s, covering tuition, living expenses, airfare, and visa. Requires Indian citizenship, at least two years of work experience, and an offer from a UK university. Applications typically open in August and close in November.
- Commonwealth Master's Scholarship: Fully funded, for students with strong academics and financial need, committed to returning to India after studies.
- GREAT Scholarships India: Offers £10,000 towards tuition for a one-year postgraduate course at selected UK universities.
- University-specific scholarships: Many UK universities offer merit-based scholarships with varying amounts and criteria.
Scholarship details and deadlines are subject to change each year.
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