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British Council offers scholarships for Indian students in the UK. Scholarships are provided to study for doctoral degrees in subjects like Science & Technology, Economics and Social Sciences at St. Johnâs College, University of Cambridge. Applicants should hold a Masterâs (postgraduate) degree from a reputed/recognised India university/institution with a First Class award (UG and PG) in the relevant subject/field. Application should be submitted till 15th January 2014.
Study Subject (s): Scholarships are provided to study for doctoral degrees in subjects like Science & Technology, Economics and Social Sciences. Applications in Aerospace Engineering and Energy Studies will be of particular interest.
Course Level:Â Scholarships are available for pursuing doctoral research programme at St. Johnâs College, University of Cambridge.
Scholarship Provider:Â British Council
Scholarship can be taken at:Â UK
Eligibility:Â An Indian national with a valid Indian passport and currently based in India.
-Below 35 years  of age, as on 15 January 2014
-Not already had significant exposure to UK education or received UK government funding.
-Should hold a Masterâs (postgraduate) degree from a reputed/recognised India university/institution with a First Class award (UG and PG) in the relevant subject/field
-Evidence of leadership qualities (to be assessed from personal statements e.g. extracurricular activities and/or evidence of having made a difference to the country/society/participation in symposia in the relevant subject, or peer reviewed publication in the area.)
Keen to pursue and should have identified a full time Doctoral Research degree from the University of Cambridge commencing September/October 2014
-Fluent in spoken and written English
-Able to fulfil any other admission criteria laid down by the University.
Scholarship Open for International Students: The students of India can apply for these scholarships.
Scholarship Description: The University of Cambridge has long and strong ties with India. Many of Indiaâs leading politicians, businessmen and scientists are Cambridge alumni. St Johnâs College, one of the largest of the Colleges in Cambridge, has had particularly extensive links over many years. Dr Manmonhan Singh, the Prime Minister of India, is a graduate and Honorary Fellow of St Johnâs College. He is widely acknowledged as the architect of the economic reforms that have helped propel India onto the World Stage. In honour of Dr Singh St Johnâs College is launching the Dr Manmohan Singh Scholarships. These awards will enable academically outstanding Indian students to come to St. Johnâs College, University of Cambridge to study for doctoral degrees in subjects like Science & Technology, Economics and Social Sciences.
Number of award(s):Â Not Known
Duration of award(s):Â Not Known
What does it cover? The scholarships are fully funded and cover:
-Academic fees
-International airfare
-Monthly stipend to cover living expenses
-UK Visa
Selection Criteria:Â Not Known
Notification:Â Selection results will be communicated within a month following the interview.Â
How to Apply: It is the responsibility of the applicants to identify a suitable Doctoral programme and supervisor at the University of Cambridge, apply for a place for September/October 2014 and secure admission. Applicants to visit the Board of Graduate Studies (BoGs) website and make formal application to the University at the same time as to the Dr Man Mohan Singh Scholarships. Applicants to indicate on their BoGs form that they are applying for the Dr Manmohan Singh Scholarships, but also to complete the section applying for funding from the University. Apply for the Scholarship on the prescribed format by 15 January 2014 and submit it to the British Council.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 15th January 2014.
Further Official Scholarship Information and Application
Scholarship Tags: 2014, DOCTORAL, India, research, scholarships, UK
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