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Introduction
The University of Birmingham (UoB) has unveiled a remarkable opportunity for Indian students, revealing scholarships totaling over £1 million for the 2024–25 academic year. This initiative aims to support students with outstanding academic and extracurricular achievements in pursuing their education at one of the world’s top 100 universities.
Why Scholarships for Indian Students?
Indian nationals hold a significant presence in the UK’s international student community, receiving nearly 143,000 study visas by June 2023. The scholarships reflect the UoB’s recognition of the importance of Indian students in the global academic landscape and the institution’s commitment to strengthening its strategic partnership with India.
Details of the Scholarships
The scholarships are available for both undergraduate and postgraduate courses, encompassing various academic fields such as Business, Computer Science, Arts, Law, Environmental and Physical Sciences, Geography, Earth, and Environmental Sciences. The UoB offers a mix of merit-based and automatic awards, providing support ranging from £2,000 to full tuition fee coverage.
- UG Outstanding Achievement Scholarships: 20 awards, each valued at £4,000.
- PG India Chancellor Scholarship: 15 awards, each worth £2,000.
- Global Masters Scholarships (Automatic): Unlimited scholarships, each offering £2,000 support.
- DeepMind Scholarships for Computer Science: 3 awards, each presenting an impressive £52,565 scholarship.
- GREAT Scholarships 2024: A substantial £10,000 award for students pursuing one-year postgraduate study.
- GEES Global Futures Scholarship (India): £2,000 scholarships for selected candidates.
- Million Pound Scholarship Fund for Business School Master’s Students: Available to both UK and international offer holders. The awards cover full tuition fees.
When and How to Apply
Applications for the scholarships for the September 2024 intake are currently open for international students. Prospective students can submit their applications through the official website. The diverse range of scholarships ensures that students with varied interests and talents have an opportunity to benefit from this financial support.
Conclusion
As the University of Birmingham looks forward to welcoming the next cohort of Indian students. These scholarships stand as a testament to the institution’s commitment to fostering academic excellence and diversity on its historic campus in Birmingham.