Take charge of your future and reach for the stars at the best university in the UK and one of the best universities in the world. Cambridge University provides a challenging, mentally stimulating academic environment so it is no surprise that it offers a world-leading postgraduate education.
WHY CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY?
- Cambridge University ranks second in the QS World University Rankings 2023 and is the highest-rated university in the UK.
- It is one of the top five universities targeted by Britain’s leading postgraduate employers.
- The quality of learning and research reflects a combination of academic and extracurricular activities which provide a unique overall experience.
ABOUT CAMBRIDGE TRUST INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS
Cambridge University is offering, via Cambridge Trusts, 250 merit-based scholarships for international students to embark on a research course in the upcoming academic year.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Applications open on the 1st of December,2022, and close on the 5th of January, 2023.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION
Host County: UK
Host: Cambridge University
Department: All courses offered at the University
Scholarship Type: Ph.D.
Award Type: Full Scholarship
Number of Awards: 250
Frequency of Awards: Annually
Eligible Countries: All nationalities
ELIGIBILITY
To be qualified for the Cambridge Trusts International Scholarship, the students must;
I. Be engaged in full-time study
II. Have a high second-class upper undergraduate honors degree from a UK university or its equivalent from an accredited and recognized overseas institution.
HOW TO APPLY
- First, thoroughly research your prospective course, its eligibility, requirements, deadlines, and cost. Information on postgraduate courses can be found on the Cambridge University website.
- Apply via the Applicant Portal.
- Select the course you are interested in applying for in the course directory.
- Read the information under “How to Apply ”
- Select the “Apply Online ” button at the top right-hand column and you will be taken to the Applicant portal.
- If you have already started an application and would like to proceed, log in via the Applicant portal.
- Contact your references: Academic references are required to support your application and details should be submitted via the Applicant portal.
- Apply for funding
- You then make payment for the application fee and submit your application.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Academic Requirements:
- Minimum of a good upper second-class (2:1) honors degree from a UK university or its equivalent from an overseas institution.
- 2 academic references from recognized members of the academic staff of your previous institutions of study and/ or research.
- Financial Requirements:
- If you applied for the conditional offer, you may need to confirm that you can meet your fees and other costs for the duration of your course.
- Language Requirements:
- All applicants must meet a minimum English requirement before being accepted into their proposed course of study. Requirements vary with a proposed course of study. Please visit the Cambridge University website to learn more about the specific requirements.
Accepted English Proficiency Tests
- IELTS
- TOEFL
These tests must have been taken no more than two years before you the beginning of a proposed course of study.
SELECTION CRITERIA
The factors considered for this scholarship are;
I. Academic qualifications
II. References
III. Research potential
The financial situation of the applicants does not in any way influence the selection of scholarship awardees.
BENEFITS
- The full cost of fees for the selected Ph.D. program.
- Cost of research carried out during the selected Ph.D. program.
What is not to love about Cambridge? The international recognition and prestige that comes with getting a course done and earning your Ph.D. certificate cannot be overstated. Enjoy a remarkable education system by applying for the Cambridge 2023 scholarship. Cambridge has everything to offer from a conducive learning environment to more opportunities globally.