Newcastle University Overseas Research Scholarship in UK, 2016-Last Date:29th April 2016

INTRODUCTION

Description: . Newcastle University is committed to offering support to the very best international students hoping to pursue a programme of research. . We are pleased to offer a small number of University funded NUORS awards for outstanding international students who apply to commence PhD studies in any subject in 2016/17. . Each award (value approximately �£7,500 to �£11,500 per annum) covers the difference between fees for UK/EU students and international students.

COURSE AND ELIGIBILITY

Eligibility Criteria: You could be eligible to apply for a NUORS award if: . you have been offered a place on a PhD research programme . you have been assessed as international/overseas for fees purposes, and are wholly or partially self-financing . you intend to register to start your studies during the 2016/17 academic year. Applications for a NUORS award cannot be made for a course that has already been started by a student.

CAREER PROSPECTS

Value of award: Tuition fee scholarships of typically �£7,500 - �£11,500 per year. How to apply: . You must have already applied for and been offered a place to study at Newcastle University before you apply for a NUORS award. Please complete the NUORS application form electronically and in accordance with the NUORS regulations, which are provided at the end of the application form. You will also be required to provide details of an academic referee; the University will then contact your referee directly. Applications must be submitted electronically via the email address provided below. Unfortunately paper copies cannot be accepted. If you experience problems with the application form, please contact Student Financial Support who can e-mail a copy of the form and the regulations to you.

PAY PACKAGE

Application closing date:29th April 2016