Brief description: Masters Scholarship for Nigerian Students to study at Newcastle University, UK for 2015/2016 academic year.
Accepted Subject Areas?
- Newcastle University Law School
- Newcastle University Business School (NUBS)
- Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering (SAgE)
- Faculty of Medical Sciences Faculty (FMS)
About Scholarship
Newcastle University is delighted to announce 3 Newcastle University Nigeria Scholarship (NU Nigeria Scholarship) awards. These are available for high achieving Nigerian students applying for entry onto postgraduate Master's degree programmes, commencing in September 2015. Each scholarship will have a value of £5,000, payable towards the first year of tuition fees.
Scholarship Offered Since: Not Specified
By what Criteria is Selection Made?
Scholarship will be awarded on the basis of best qualified students and content of personal statement – in consultation with Head of International Recruitment and faculty representatives.
Eligibility
You could be eligible to apply for a NU Nigeria Scholarship if:
- You have been offered a place on any postgraduate Master's degree programme
- You will be studying at the Newcastle city campus.
- You are a Nigerian national and have been assessed as International/overseas for fees purposes.
- You have an Upper Second Class Degree or higher from a recognised Nigerian University and satisfy all other requirements
- You intend to register to start your studies during the 2015-16 academic year
- You are a self-funded student and not in receipt of other University or external awards
Number of Scholarships: Three (3)
Value of Scholarship: Each scholarship will have a value of £5,000, payable towards the first year of tuition fees.
Duration of Scholarship: Onetime financial to support postgraduate programme
Eligible African Countries: Nigeria
To be taken at (country): Newcastle University UK
Application Deadline: The closing date for receipt of applications is 30th June 2015.
Offered annually? Yes
How to Apply
Visit the Scholarship Webpage for details
Sponsors: Newcastle University
Important Notes:
Country managers will award on the basis of best qualified students and content of personal statement. Please note that NU Nigeria Scholarship applications cannot be considered for candidates unless they have already applied for and been offered a place to study at the University.
