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Can you share information about scholarships available for my profile in UK/Ireland for a Master's/PhD?

06 Jul 2026 · Answered by Mahalakshmi K · 2 min read
Mahalakshmi K
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You are eligible for several major scholarships for Master's programs in the UK, Ireland, USA, and Canada. Here are key options based on your background in Public Health and 20 months of work experience:

UK:
- Chevening Scholarships: Full tuition, living allowance, airfare, and visa fees for one-year Master's. Requires at least two years of work experience and strong academics.
- Commonwealth Master's Scholarships: Full tuition, stipend, and airfare for students from developing Commonwealth countries.
- University scholarships: Many UK universities offer their own awards for international students.

Ireland:
- Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship: €10,000 stipend plus full tuition waiver.
- University scholarships: Institutions like University College Dublin offer tuition waivers for Indian students.

USA:
- Fulbright-Nehru Master's Fellowships: Full tuition, living stipend, and airfare. Typically requires three years of work experience.
- University scholarships: Many US universities offer merit-based awards to international students.

Canada:
- University scholarships: Canadian universities offer various funding options for international Master's students. Most major national scholarships are for PhD, but some Master's funding is available.

Scholarship criteria and deadlines are subject to change. Prepare your documents early and apply to multiple scholarships to maximize your chances. For tailored support, reach out to your LeapScholar counsellor.

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Yes, there are several fully funded scholarships available for studying abroad, covering tuition, living expenses, and sometimes travel.

- Chevening Scholarship (UK): Covers full tuition, living allowance, airfare, and visa fees. Requires a bachelor's degree and 2 years of work experience.
- Fulbright-Nehru Fellowship (USA): Covers tuition, visa, stipend, insurance, and airfare. Requires a bachelor's (min 55%) and 3 years' work experience.
- DAAD Scholarship (Germany): Offers tuition, stipend, and travel expenses. Eligibility varies by program.
- New Zealand Excellence Awards (NZEA): Covers tuition, living, and travel for students with strong academics.
- University of Otago Master's Research Scholarship (New Zealand): Provides NZD 18,204/year plus tuition waiver for research master's.
- Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships (Canada): CAD 50,000/year for up to 3 years for doctoral studies.
- MEXT Scholarship (Japan): Covers tuition, living, and airfare for undergraduate or postgraduate study.
- Government of Ireland International Education Scholarships: Tuition, living, and airfare for non-EU/EEA students.
- Inlaks Shivdasani Foundation Scholarships: Tuition, living, and travel for Indian citizens with a first-class degree.
- Commonwealth Scholarship Programme (UK): Tuition, airfare, and living stipend for Commonwealth citizens.

Deadlines and eligibility are subject to change. Many universities also offer their own scholarships - ask your LeapScholar counsellor for guidance on the best options for your profile.

Mahalakshmi K
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Yes, there are several scholarships available for Master's study in the UK and Ireland.

For the UK:
- UCL India Excellence Scholarship: £5,000 for Indian students with strong academics.
- UCL Global Master's Scholarship: £15,000 for international students from lower-income backgrounds.
- GREAT Scholarships India: Minimum £10,000 toward tuition for one-year postgrad courses.
- University of Stirling Postgraduate Scholarship: £7,000 tuition fee waiver for international Master's students.
- Liverpool Achievement Scholarship for India: £5,000 tuition fee discount for Indian postgraduates.

For Ireland:
- Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship: €10,000 stipend plus full tuition waiver (limited awards).
- UCD Global Excellence Scholarship: 50% or 100% tuition fee coverage for eligible students.
- NUI Galway Scholarships: Full fee waivers (up to €13,750) for select programmes.

Additional major UK scholarships include Commonwealth Scholarships, Chevening Scholarships (full funding), and the Clarendon Fund at Oxford.

Eligibility and deadlines are specific to each scholarship and are subject to change. With your strong academic profile and planned IELTS, you are a strong candidate for many options.

To explore your best fit and next steps, connect with your LeapScholar counsellor.

Honnappa Chandrannavar
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Yes, there are scholarships available for your Master's in Electronics and Communication Engineering in Germany, the UK, and Ireland. With your strong academic record (7.95 GPA) and 5 years of relevant work experience, you are a competitive candidate.

- Germany: DAAD Study Scholarships (tuition, monthly stipend, travel, insurance) and Deutschlandstipendium (€300/month, merit-based).
- UK: UCL India Excellence Scholarship (£5,000), Warwick Academic Excellence Scholarships (£5,000), and Manchester Equity and Merit Scholarships (full tuition, living costs).
- Ireland: Centenary Scholarship Program (full tuition), International Student Scholarships (€3,000 - €3,500), and Government of Ireland International Education Scholarships (€10,000).

Deadlines and eligibility criteria vary by scholarship and are subject to change each year. Applying early and to multiple scholarships is recommended.

If you need personalized guidance on scholarship applications, your LeapScholar counsellor can help.

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