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Watch back this webinar (held May 4, 2022) specifically for US-based prospective graduate students to find out more about studying in the UK.

Discover how you can gain your Master's degree in only 1 year or a PhD in under 4 years whilst experiencing all the UK has to offer. You'll hear from representatives from four world-renowned Russell Group universities - Cambridge, Imperial College London, UCL and Warwick - for guidance on applying to competitive UK institutions, the benefits of studying in the UK and what makes our universities unique.

Registration required to access the recording.

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Complete University Guide Postgraduate Degree Search Tool

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Complete University Guide Postgraduate Degree Search Tool

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Postgraduate Degree Course Search | Complete University Guide

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Written by Ben Taylor

Universities can be an excellent source of funding for prospective postgraduates, with many institutions running a variety of support schemes. These usually include Masters scholarships for outstanding scholars, postgraduate bursaries and alumni discounts for returning students.

This page is a guide to the types of university funding you can apply for, explaining how the different options work and what you could be eligible for.

We've also compiled a handy table of links to each UK university's postgraduate funding page, giving you a great place to begin your search for a Masters scholarship or bursary.

The good news is that there is plenty of university funding out there for talented prospective Masters students. However, it can be tricky to work out exactly what's available, where to find it and whether you're eligible.

Luckily, we've done some of the legwork for you, compiling links to postgraduate funding opportunities at UK universities into the table below. This is an excellent place to start when you begin to look for postgraduate scholarships, bursaries and other forms of university funding.

We've done our best to make sure that this table is as up-to-date as possible, but if you notice anything that isn't working please let us know at editor@findamasters.com.

Universities are keen to attract the brightest and best postgraduates, which is why most institutions will have a selection of scholarships that are open to Masters applicants.

The exact criteria of these funding schemes differ widely, but generally you'll come across the following kinds of postgraduate scholarship at universities:

Academic excellence scholarships - These merit-based awards will be aimed at students with an outstanding academic record at undergraduate-level, who have usually achieved a First in their Bachelors. They might be department-specific or open to a variety of postgraduate disciplines.

Widening participation scholarships - Many universities have a commitment to making sure that talented students from a range of backgrounds can access their Masters programmes. As such, some need-based scholarships are intended for postgraduates in specific circumstances - for example, people with a disability, those who grew up in a deprived area or are from a black and minority ethnic group.

Masters scholarships for international students - In the UK (and elsewhere), tuition fees are considerably higher for overseas students, so universities usually run scholarship schemes to make a Masters more affordable for international postgraduates. These scholarships might be aimed at people from a specific country or region, or simply non-EU/EEA students in general.

Of course, there is sometimes a significant overlap between these types of scholarship, with academic excellence usually (but not always) a prerequisite for award eligibility.

International Masters scholarships

If you're an overseas student looking to study a Masters in the UK, there are many scholarship schemes out there, operated by universities, charities and governments. We've written a guide to some of the best places to start your search for Masters funding as an international student.

What do Masters scholarships cover?

The financial element of most Masters scholarships will usually involve one (or a combination) of the following:

Fee waiver - Unsurprisingly, a fee waiver scholarship means that you won't have to pay any tuition fees towards your Masters programme.

Fee discount - A fee discount will make your tuition fees cheaper, either by a set percentage or a lump sum. These reductions are often offered to that university's current students or graduates in the form of alumni discounts.

Living costs stipend - This is a regular payment sent directly to your bank account. It's up to you how you spend it.

Postgraduate scholarships from charities and trusts

Universities aren't the only sources of scholarships - charities and trusts offer a variety of funding options for Masters students, ranging from smaller one-off grants to significant sums. Read our guide to postgraduate funding from charities to find out more.

There is considerable overlap between postgraduate bursaries and scholarships (indeed, many institutions use the terms interchangeably).

However, as a rule of thumb university bursaries are usually non-competitive, open to anyone who meets certain widening participation criteria. Sometimes there is also a means-tested element for Masters bursaries.

Also, bursaries are always money paid directly to the student, whereas scholarships sometimes (but not always) include fee waivers and discounts. As such, the value of a postgraduate scholarship or bursary can vary considerably.

Discretionary grants for existing students

If you've already begun a Masters degree and are suffering from genuine, unavoidable financial difficulties, you may be eligible for a discretionary grant from your university to help make up any monetary shortfall. These special bursaries are usually only available in extraordinary circumstances, so you shouldn't necessarily assume that you'll be entitled to one.

Depending on the nature of your university's student support fund, you may be able to claim a grant if you're suffering from financial hardship and are:

A single parent

Disabled

A care leaver

Homeless

From a low-income background

This list isn't exhaustive, and universities will usually have their own criteria for access to the support fund.

Alumni discounts are offered by many universities as a way of encouraging talented current (or former) students to stay on at the institution for postgraduate study. This could take the form of a percentage reduction in tuition fees (usually 10% or 15%), or a simply a set amount taken off your fees. Larger discounts may be available to students who achieved a 2.1 or a 1st in their Bachelors, although the numbers of these are sometimes limited.

Your university will automatically apply any discount to your tuition fee invoice - you won't receive a cash sum in lieu of this.

There are usually certain conditions that you'll need to meet in order to be eligible for an alumni discount:

You must be self-funding at least part of your course (for example, if you're receiving full funding for a Masters from a scholarship scheme you won't be able to claim the alumni discount). If you're taking out a postgraduate loan, you will be eligible for an alumni discount, as this counts as being self-sponsored.

You may need to have graduated within a certain time frame - in the last ten years, for example. Students who attended a study abroad programme like Erasmus at the university in question are usually eligible for an alumni discount.

Alumni discounts are normally targeted at taught and research Masters programmes. At some universities, you may find that postgraduate certificates and postgraduate diplomas are also eligible for the discount.

Application processes differ from institution to institution. You may have to submit a separate application for an alumni discount at some universities, but in most cases the university will automatically provide the discount if you're eligible.

Applying for university funding

The application process will depend on the kind of funding you're applying for (in fact, for some bursaries and discounts you won't have to do anything apart from apply for the Masters itself, as the university will automatically consider you for any funding you're eligible for).

As a rule of thumb, you should bear the following factors in mind when applying for a postgraduate scholarship or bursary:

And, it goes without saying, but you should also keep a close eye on upcoming deadlines - especially if the funding application is a potentially time-consuming one.

Chevening Scholarships - A Guide for 2022
Chevening Scholarships are part of a prestigious UK Government postgraduate funding scheme specifically for international students in the UK. This page will give you an introduction to eligibility, applications and more.
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Finding Masters Degree Funding from Universities - A Guide | FindAMasters.com

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Explore Fulbright Awards and Summer Institutes for US students, academics and professionals interested in studying, researching or teaching at higher education institutions in the UK

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We offer Fulbright Awards and Summer Institutes for US students, academics and professionals interested in studying, researching or teaching at higher education institutions in the UK.

Explore our Fulbright programmes to learn about the ways we can help fulfil your higher education ambitions in the UK:

The UK welcomes over 50,000 Americans into its higher education system each year. More US citizens study abroad in the UK than anywhere else in the world.

Here are some of the benefits of UK higher education, according to the the British Council:

Three of the ten top universities in the world are in the UK, including the university ranked first in the world

1,000 years of extraordinary academic innovation - currently the UK ranks third in the world for innovation

World class teaching - the UK has more universities with a 5-star teaching rating than any other country in the world

The UK leads the world in quality research - the UK has overtaken the US to rank first by field-weighted citation impact

38 per cent of Nobel Prize winners who studied abroad did so in the UK

For full information on UK higher education, please visit the following resources:

You can also learn about the UK's iconic landmarks, breath-taking countryside and unrivalled heritage via Visit Britain.

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We offer Fulbright Awards and Summer Institutes for US students, academics and professionals interested in studying, researching or teaching at higher education institutions in the UK. Explore our Fulbright programmes to learn about the ways we can help fulfil your higher education ambitions in the UK: The UK welcomes over 50,000 Americans into its higher education system each year.

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A-Z listing of postgraduate programs at Warwick

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Internal Merit-Based Funding for Postgraduate Study at Warwick (Fall 2022 Entry; Indicative of Fall 2023 Entry) 

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See all the information and resources you need about postgraduate tuition fees and expenses.

Find out about the different funding routes available, including; postgraduate loans, scholarships, fee awards and academic department bursaries.

Find out more about the cost of living as a postgraduate student at the University of Warwick.

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Marshall Scholarship Program Search Tool

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Called a 'course search' because course means program in British English.  Use this course finder tool to browse for Marshall Scholarship eligible Master’s degree programs at every university across the UK

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Find a Course in the UK

Need help to find courses in the UK for your Marshall Application?

Use this course finder tool to browse eligible master's degree programmes at every university across the UK*.

Only courses that are eligible for Marshall Scholarships should appear here. They are UK-based, full-time, start in the autumn term, and lead to a master's or Phd qualification. For the list of courses not funded by Marshall please see the rules here.

Courses at Marshall Partner universities should appear first, in alphabetic order, they are marked Marshall Partner. **

Please note that the course lengths may not be accurate on this page so please check with the relevant university website for the accurate information. Applicants for the one year Scholarship may not apply for courses that are 10 months or less and will be automatically disqualified if these courses are listed in the application.

*The course information displayed in the finder is supplied by Postgrad Solutions. This data is regularly updated but, due to evolving course offerings at universities, it may not always be 100% accurate at the time of search. Please also check individual university websites for more information.

**In addition universities who advertise with Postgrad Solutions who are the coursefinder provider will also appear in first in the listings.

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'The quality of teaching in the UK is something I've never had before in my life - it's been worth every penny. My studies in the UK have very good career potential.'

Life and learning in the UK Great futures happen when you study in the UK

World-ranked universities

Innovative teaching

Unforgettable student experience

Post-study work opportunities

Why study in the UK?

Planning your budgetHow much does it cost to study in the UK?

Studying in the UK is a valuable investment in your future. But how much will it all cost? Here are some highlights to help you plan:

Tuition fees: typically between £11,400 and £30,000 annually

Living costs: between £900 and £1,400 a month

Weekly shop: £35 on average per person

There are also a lot of discounts and funding options available to students. Take a look at our costs page to plan your budget.

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Types of US financial aid available and how to apply

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Types of Financial Aid Available

Federal Programs

There are several federal programmes available for U.S. citizens or eligible non-citizens who are enrolled at least half-time in a degree programme, making satisfactory academic progress and not in default or owing a return repayment on a grant or loan.

Please note students undertaking foundation courses or PGDip or PGCert courses are not eligible for Direct Loan funding.

What types of Federal Loans can you access?

The University of Warwick is able to originate Direct Stafford Loans, from the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan (Direct Loan) Program. Details of which can be found at US Federal Loans.

What types of private loans can you access?

Commonly referred to as "alternative" loans, these are credit-based, variable-interest-rate loans offered by banks and other private lenders that you and/or your family may use to help pay for up to the full cost of your tuition and related educational expenses (computer, books, lab fees, supplies, transportation, living expenses, etc.), less any other aid you may receive. They are not need-based, and you do not have to submit a FAFSA to apply.

Private education loans may be taken out alone or as a supplement to other financial aid. When considering a private education loan, you may want to shop around for a lender that offers the best interest rate, repayment terms and deferment options, as well as the lowest fees. Please ensure that your lender is aware that you are registering for a course at a foreign school as most lenders will not provide loans for courses at foreign schools.

Irrespective of which loans you choose to fund your studies at Warwick, the University can only certify loans up to the Cost of Attendance (CoA) calculated for you. For further details of CoA, see "How Is My Loan Eligibility Calculated".

How to Apply for Financial Aid

To be considered for financial aid, you must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). You can apply online at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/. You will need to make sure that your web browser is compatible.

Please note that Warwick University is not involved in the FAFSA process. If you have any queries regarding FAFSA you should consult Student Aid on the Web.

University / School Codes

One of the final steps in completing the FAFSA is supplying the University of Warwick's US Dept of Education federal university / school code.

The University of Warwick's school code is G08380.

What Happens Next?

The University of Warwick receives your Institutional Student Information Record (ISIR) in a electronic format. The ISIR details eligibility and calculates EFC.

Please note that it is your responsibility to ensure that your loan is approved.

For Direct Loans and PLUS loans

In order to receive either Direct or PLUS loans you have to complete an electronic Master Promissory Note (eMPN). This can be done online at StudentLoans.gov .

Where a parent is borrowing on behalf of an undergraduate student, the parent must complete the form including their own details. For Grad PLUS loans the student is the borrower, the student must fill in the form.

Pre-Loan (Entrance) Counselling

The University requires all students to complete loan counselling at the appropriate level (undergraduate or postgraduate) prior to the initial certification of any US Federal loan funds. You can do this onine through StudentLoans.gov.

How is eligibility determined?

The FAFSA is an organized method of gathering information about you and your family's financial situation. This information is then analysed according to US federal guidelines together with University guidelines. This insures that all applications are treated fairly and equitably.

The results of this need analysis indicate the difference between what can be expected from the family and the cost of education. It shows the ability, not the willingness, of the student and/or their family to pay for their education. This is used to determine whether the student has a financial need.

You need to advise the university of any other grant / aid or scholarship that you are in receipt of, or are in the process of applying for when you submit your application for aid.

Dependent vs. Independent Student

A student's dependency status is determined from information provided on the FAFSA. It affects the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) and types of aid that you may be eligible to receive.

In order to determine your dependency status you will be assessed on a number of criteria. Details of these criteria can be found in the "How much can I borrow?" section of StudentAid.gov

Amounts for Federal Direct Loans (for loans disbursed on or after 1 July 2012):

Dependent Undergraduate Students

Subsidised

Subsidised & Unsubsidised Combined

Aggregate limit for dependent students: $31,000

Independent Undergraduate Students

Subsidised

Subsidised & Unsubsidised Combined

Aggregate limit for independent students: $57,500

Aggregate limit for postgraduate students: $138,500

NOTE: These amounts may be lower, depending on the eligibility determined by the financial aid office.

You will be advised as to the determination of your eligibility for need based aid and non-need based aid. You will be required to confirm your intent to take this amount, or any other lesser amount prior to certification taking place. It is strongly recommended that you plan on having sufficient funds available for accommodation, books, supplies, and any other personal expenses during the first four to six weeks of classes in the event that there is some delay in your financial aid arriving from the US.

Rights and Responsibilities

By accepting any loan, you promise to accept the responsibilities that come with it. You are also entitled to certain rights. Your government requires us to bring several things to your attention. The law will not accept ignorance as an excuse for defaulting.

Rights

How much you can borrow

You have the right to Direct Loans which are fixed to a maximum of $20,500 for postgraduates and for undergraduates the maximum subsidised loans are $5,500 (year 1); $6,500 (year 2); $7,500 (year 3). You may have the right to a Graduate PLUS Loan. That is your only entitlement; everything after that is borrowed from a commercial lender at commercial rates and subject to them being willing to lend to you, they don't have to lend you anything. You may borrow up to the Cost of Attendance in total (including Direct loans), subject to your credit rating.

You have the right to ...

Repay your loan early without penalty.

Written information of obligations.

Explanation of default consequences.

Be notified if your loan is sold.

To defer all loans while still in school, you must complete a deferment form and have it certified by the University. You can obtain deferment form from your lender or download one from the following link: Deferment Form.pdf

Responsibilities

Repay your loan. Your obligation to repay becomes legally binding when you sign the Master Promissory Note (MPN)

You are required to use your loan for educational purposes - fees first

All loans have to be repaid. They are not discharged by bankruptcy. There is no means of non-repayment unless you die or become too disabled to hold any job

Interest is charges on ALL your loans

There may be penalties for defaulting

Your requirement to repay does not go away because you:

Don't complete your educational programme

Cannot find employment

Were not satisfied with the education or other services you received from the University

Were notified that your loan was sold to another party by your lender

Pay on Time.

You must make your payments on time unless you have made special arrangements with the lender or servicer. Many lenders offer repayment incentives to reward you for paying on time.

Make a Minimum Payment.

A minimum monthly loan payment is required. This minimum amount varies depending on the amount you borrow and your repayment plan.

Notify the University and your lender about any of the following:

Change of current address / phone numbers / name

Change of Social Security Number

Withdrawal from University

Drop below full-time / half time (for off-shore students only)

Change in anticipated graduation date

Change of driver's license number

Change of references

Change of permanent address

Change of expected employer

Open and read your student loan mail

Complete an Entrance Counselling Interview

Before the University disburses your first loan cheque you will be counselled on your obligations, rights and options under the terms of your loan. The University will only release your first loan payment once we have received notification that you have undertaken entrance counselling.

Complete an Exit Counselling Interview

Before you leave University or graduate. You will be counselled on your obligations, rights and options under the terms of your loan. This session will cover repayment options, deferments and other important information you may need during your repayment term. During this session you will need to provide the following information:

Name and address of closest living relative

Two references (not the same as closest living relative) and with different addresses

The University will only release your final loan payment once we have received notification that you have undertaken exit counselling.

Both entrance and exit counselling can be done at StudentLoans.gov .

Non-payment of Fees

It is your responsibility to ensure that all your fees are paid on the due dates. You can gain access to your Warwick account through the finance pages of the Student Records system.

If you are in receipt of loan funds and do not pay amounts that are due, you may be invited to attend Fees (Special Cases) Committee, where your case will be considered under the provisions of the University's Ordinance 17 'Payment of Annual Fees, Residential Charges and Other Debts'. Under Ordinance 17, the Committee has the authority to suspend your registration for non-payment of fees.

Withdrawal from the University

Any American student with loans is strongly advised to contact the Student Finance Office for advice before considering withdrawal.

If you withdraw from your course of study at the University (either on a temporary basis or permanently), the University will inform your lender and will be required to comply with the requirements of the Higher Education Reconciliation Act of 2005, Return of Title IV Funds.

Some of the loan money paid to you may have to be immediately repaid to the US Dept of Ed if you take a period of withdrawal. The University will calculate how much (in USD) has to be returned to the Dept of Ed. and will return this amount (plus a 20 USD transfer charge) to the Dept of Ed. We will then convert this sum into GBP and apply it to your Warwick account. You will be required to pay the balance on your account back to the University prior to recommencing your studies.

How is my loan eligibility calculated?

Based on information contained in your ISIR and on its own Cost of Attendance (COA), the University will calculate how much you can borrow in subsidised and unsubsidised Direct loans.

Private loans may also be taken out either on top of, or instead of, PLUS loans or Direct loans. But you can only borrow to the value of the Cost of Attendance (CoA).

If you commence your studies part way through an academic year, the University will pro-rata your costs and loan eligibility according to the number of months you are enrolled for that academic year.

The Cost of Attendance

In order to determine your eligibility for the various forms of loan available, the University first calculates the cost of attendance (COA). This is what the University believes is the cost of attending the specific course that you have enrolled on for one academic year. It includes tuition and fees, course materials, room and board and allowable travel costs.

If you feel that the cost of attending the university is significantly different from the CoA that has been calculated for you, then you should send an email to studentfinance@warwick.ac.uk, enter your student number and "Cost of Attendance" in the subject field. You will then be sent a form to complete and may be asked to provide evidence as to why you think your CoA has not been calculated correctly.

After Application
Once we have received all the necessary documents, we will be in a position to orginiate your loan. Once this has been done, the University will send you a letter confirming this. You will also receive a letter detailing how and when your loan will be disbursed. This letter is in a format agreed with the UKBA and should be used as evidence of funds when applying for your UK visa.
Receiving Your Loan

Disbursement

Federal Regulations set the maximum number of days we can hold your disbursement and that you cannot have your disbursement before Registration (30 days after registration if a first time borrower) or outside the 'loan period' - the loan period normally follows the academic year. Following a change in the US law in 2006, the University now disburses loans in instalments. This means that you will receive a proportion of your loan at the start of each term.

Disbursement of your first instalment is conditional upon you completing entrance counselling. University policy requires the University to ensure that all students in receipt of US financial aid complete entry and exit counselling and to keep a record of completion for audit purposes. The University currently asks all students to complete this online and you will be sent further information about this once you have confirmed that you intend to apply for financial aid.

Disbursement of your final instalment is similarly conditional upon you completing exit counselling. Again, you will be sent further information shortly beforehand.

Both entrance and exit counselling can be done online at StudentLoans.gov . Please ensure that you select the correct option. If you have Direct and PLUS loans you only need to undertake one combined counselling session.

The University receives your loan in the form of a bank transfer directly into our US dollar account. Once received, we will convert your US dollars into sterling. We will then deduct the fees due for tuition and accommodation and transfer the residue into your UK bank account. This process normally takes 4-5 working days.

Please note that your first loan disbursement will be made towards the end of your first month of registration. We suggest that you bring sufficient funds to cover this period.

Banks and banking

Advice and guidance for international students can be found on the University's Student Opportunity website:

http://www2.warwick.ac.uk/services/international/admissions/offerholders/preparing/bank

It is recommended that you read this at the earliest opportunity.

Satisfactory Academic Progress for Financial Aid Recipients

All students applying for or receiving US Federal Aid (subsidized, unsubsidized and PLUS) at the University of Warwick must progress satisfactorily towards completion of a chosen academic program.

The University is required by US Federal law (34 C.F.R. §668.16(e) and 34 C.F.R. §668.34.) to define and enforce standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP). The guidelines have been established to encourage students to complete successfully academic programs for which aid is received.

Students receiving financial aid will be evaluated at the end of each academic year. This evaluation process will consider a student's progress under the following categories:

1. Academic Standing

2. Maximum Timeframe

Academic Standing

All students, when they first enrol, will be given a copy of The Guide, the University's Student Handbook. If you do not receive it in hard copy, it can be accessed online at:

http://www2.warwick.ac.uk/study/welcome/gettingstarted/pack.

This Guide aims to provide you with a comprehensive reference to campus life and the services and facilities the University has to offer. It also sets out what is expected of you as a student. The Guide forms only part of the documentation and guidance available to you and includes references to further important documents provided by the University on its Regulations and procedures, most of which are available on our website at www.warwick.ac.uk. Please read this Guide in conjunction with other information provided your Department of study, the Students' Union, as well as the Academic Office concerning what you should do when you first arrive at the University.

If you are a postgraduate research student, you will also receive a copy of the Guidelines on the Supervision and Monitoring of Research Degree Students, which can be accessed online at:
Guidelines on the Supervision and Monitoring of Research Degree Students
This sets out the responsibilities at the levels of the University, Department, Supervisor and Student for students enrolled on a higher degree by research.

The University Calendar ( http://www2.warwick.ac.uk/services/gov/calendar/) sets out the University's Regulations regarding the general provisions applying to first and higher degrees. The detailed courses of study are set out in the relevant Course Regulations ( http://www2.warwick.ac.uk/services/quality/courseregs). The University Calendar also sets out the University's Regulations governing examinations for first and higher degrees, as well as the grounds for appeal. If, during the academic year, a student fails to attend prescribed classes or to submit prescribed coursework or to make satisfactory progress in regard to his/her research, he/she may be required to withdraw from his/her course of study in accordance with the Regulation Governing the Procedure for the Continuation of Registration (Regulation 13.2).

Please note that students in receipt of US financial aid are not treated differently from any other student enrolled at the University.

Maximum Timeframe

An Undergraduate student is entitled to receive aid for 150% of the allocated course time frame.

(i) 3 year degree - eligibility for aid 4.5 years
(ii) 4 year degree - eligibility for aid 6 years
(iii) 5 year degree - eligibility for aid 7.5 year.

Postgraduate students are entitled to receive aid for the length of their programme as determined by the University.

Notification

Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) will be assessed at the end of each academic year. You will be notified in writing if your financial aid is suspended. An appeal procedure for verifiable extenuating or unforeseen circumstances is available, if you believe that you meet those criteria. The University of Warwick cannot waive the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirement for any student to receive financial aid.

For a full copy of the University's regulations regarding satisfactory academic progress and academic standing, please send an email request to studentfinance@warwick.ac.uk.

Policy on Financial Aid Probation and Suspension

A copy of this document is available on request by emailing studentfinance@warwick.ac.uk.

When you have finished your Education

Repayment Information

Details of repayment plans, interest rates, loan consolidation, deferment, forebearance etc. can be found at StudentAid.Repayment

Gainful Employment

Under the clarification of the Gainful Employment Regulations | page 34389 of 13 June 2011, for implementation 1 st July 2011,
The Program Integrity Issues final regulations (75 FR 66832)-- Clarified that only certificate or credentialed nondegree programs of at least one academic year that are offered by a public or nonprofit institution of higher education are gainful employment programs;
The University of Warwick does not offer non-degree GE-specific (gainful employment) courses and has no employment or debt ratios to publish under this category.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the university receive electronic copies of my MPN and SAR?

Yes.

Are loans paid out in a single disbursement?

No, Direct and PLUS loans are disbursed in instalments at the start of each term.

Who do I contact with US loans queries?

In the first instance email p.j.cooke@warwick.ac.uk.

What do I do if I think my CoA has been incorrectly assessed?

If you feel that the cost of attending the university is significantly different from the CoA that has been calculated, you should send an email to studentfinance@warwick.ac.uk, enter your student number and "Cost of Attendance" in the subject field. You will then be sent a form to complete and may be asked to provide evidence as to why you think your CoA has not been calculated correctly.

Will my loan be available once I arrive in the UK?

No, the university can only certify your loan once you have enrolled. It is advisable to ensure you have enough money to cover the period between enrolment and when your loan is made available to you.

Do you certify clinical or surgical degrees e.g. MBChB?

No.

Can I obtain Direct and PLUS loans for an MBA by distance learning?

No. Distance learning courses are generally not eligible for federal loans. Currently the only option that the University of Warwick is aware of is the Sallie Mae Smart Option loan.

Contact Details:

Paul Cooke can be contacted via email on p.j.cooke@warwick.ac.uk or by telephone on 0044 (0) 24 765 22636.

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Welcome to your global alumni community

The University wants to maintain a close relationship with alumni living and working overseas and to help them foster relationships with other Warwick graduates in their area. Our ambassadors are at the core of this work. They plan and host events for fellow alumni, serve as contact points for students in their area interested in Warwick and assist faculty and students travelling or studying abroad. If ambassadors do not have LinkedIn, please click 'connect' and we will forward your communication to them directly. If you want to join the community, take a look at our regional LinkedIn networks.

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Immigration summary for nationals of United States of America
The immigration summary below is for nationals of United States of America applying from their home country. If you are a national of another country but living in United States of America, please contact your local visa application centre for further advice or refer to the UK Visa and Immigration website. The information provided should be used as guidance only. It has been taken from the UK Visas and Immigration website, which should be referred to in all immigration matters.

Please note from 31 May 2015, individuals applying from the United States of America for UK entry clearance of more than 6 months duration will no longer receive a visa vignette (sticker) inside their passport. Successful visa applicants will instead be issued with an official Home Office decision letter and their passport endorsed with a single-entry travel visa valid for 30 days which should be used to enter the UK. After arriving in the UK individuals will be required to collect a biometric residence card which features the full length of your visa.

When completing the Tier 4 (General) Student online application, you will be asked to provide an approximate date of travel and the postal code for the address where you will stay once in the UK. Your CAS will contain information as to how to use the ACL code to have your BRP card delivered to the University of Warwick (if you do not use the code, your BRP card will be delivered to a designated Post Office nearest to the post code provided). Your 30-day travel visa will be valid 7 days before the 'expected date of travel' you put on your visa application form, and you can arrive in the UK up to 1 month prior to your course start date. The Home Office decision letter will provide information on the full length of your visa, and details of where to collect the residence permit. You should carry this letter in hand luggage when you travel to the UK.

You can find more information about how to prepare for a Tier 4 visa application, including how to complete the online application form, what documents to prepare, and what documents to submit here: www.warwick.ac.uk/immigration/tier4
Is a visa required?
If you want to study in the UK, you must obtain a Tier 4 visa under the points-based system before you travel here.
Am I eligible for the 'Tier 4 Pilot' Scheme?
If you will be studying a Master's degree which is less than 13 months in length, once you accept an unconditional offer, your CAS should confirm if you are eligible for the 'Tier 4 Pilot' Scheme which means a much easier visa application process and a longer visa. Please visit www.warwick.ac.uk/immigration/tier4/applying/t4pilot for more information.
Is a Tuberculosis (TB) certificate required?
No, not required.
Am I considered a 'low risk' national by the UK Home Office?
Yes. Low risk nationals applying for a Tier 4 visa from their country of nationality (or in the UK) are not required to submit evidence of English language certificate, academic qualification, financial evidence and evidence of previous UK study (if any). You should, however, still prepare these documents in the event that they are requested by the Home Office UKVI. Please find more information here.
Am I required to supply a Police Registration Certificate?
Not required. However, check your visa/BRP card carefully when you receive them, as the Home Office UKVI can exceptionally impose a police registration condition to nationalities that do not normally require police registration, or, a visa officer might have imposed this condition by mistake. If your visa or BRP states that you should register with the Police, please get in touch with Immigration Service team so that they can check if it is an error for you: www.warwick.ac.uk/immigration/current/connect/form/
Will I need to have a credibility interview?
You may be asked to attend a short interview or take part in a telephone interview which will focus on your reasons for coming to the UK; this is known as a credibility interview. If asked to attend an interview you will be offered the first available interview date. The interview is usually conducted at the Visa Application Centre via Skype with an officer in the UK. A report of the interview will be sent to the visa officer who will consider it alongside your visa application and supporting documents.
Are you applying with dependants?
If you are considering bringing your family to Warwick, you should read this guidance www.warwick.ac.uk/immigration/dependants/
Further Guidance
If you require further guidance or information, including advice on what to do if your visa is refused, please see www.warwick.ac.uk/immigration

The University of Warwick typically visits the USA each year. Future visits will be advertised here when available.

We have over 300 clubs and societies for you to get involved with and meet other students from your country and across the world. Societies include Academic, Activities & Games, Campaigning, Cultural, Film & Media, Food & Drink, Halls, Music, Performance, Religious & Belief and Welfare, Charity & Action. You can find the full list of clubs and societies here.

If you want to read more about Warwick, the application process and student life, direct from our students, please visit the links below.

The University of Warwick does not have representation in the United States of America. You may find the Education UK global website useful for information on studying in the UK

Questions about studying with us? Sarah Jamieson and Hannah Close are your dedicated contacts for the USA. They are happy to answer any queries or questions you may have. You can contact them on the information below, or feel free to join us on an upcoming Live Chat.

Please also visit the North America page here for more information on on opportunities to connect with the team, such as one-to-one counselling sessions in your country and online.

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Times Higher Education (THE) calculations of REF 2021 subject rankings (note the link to see the methodology for THE's calculations is below)

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There is no evidence in art and design that the REF drives a wedge between research and students' interests, says Victoria Kelley

REF supremo David Sweeney and Manchester research lead Colette Fagan hit back at criticisms of measuring societal and economic contributions

University of Oxford leads education subject table based on GPA

The University of Cambridge claims top spot, with the London School of Economics dropping to fourth

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REF 2021: Social sciences on the up as arts and humanities shrink

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Masters degrees offer advanced academic or professional training, beyond the level of an undergraduate Bachelors degree. These courses are usually studied as postgraduate or 'second-cycle' qualifications.

We've been helping students find and compare taught and research Masters degrees for over 15 years. During that time we've also developed a wide selection of useful advice articles and up-to-date funding resources.

Our postgraduate study guides and FAQs will help answer your questions about Masters courses. We've also put together introductions to different types of Masters, from MA, MSc, MRes, MPhil, MLitt and MBA courses to other popular qualifications such as LLM, PGCert, PGDip and PGCE programmes.

Finally, we've explained some of the best sources of financial support for Masters study, including postgraduate loans, Erasmus funding and other options.

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REF 2021 Subject Rankings THE Table Methodology

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The Russell Group represents 24 research-intensive, world-class UK universities.
- 68% of the UK’s best or world-leading research took place in Russell Group member universities; this is almost twice as much as other UK universities.
- More than half of research in Russell Group universities results in outstanding impact.
- Russell Group members are more than twice as likely to provide the best environment for the best research.

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The Russell Group represents 24 leading UK universities. We believe people and ideas are the key to meeting global challenges. Through world-class research and education we are helping to create a dynamic economy, stronger communities and a better future for the UK.

Our research-intensive, world-class universities play an important part in the intellectual life of the UK and have huge social, economic and cultural impacts locally, across the UK and around the globe.

Russell Group universities:

Generate almost £87bn a year for the economy

Support more than a quarter of a million jobs across the UK

Produce 68% of the UK's world-leading research (worth £34bn a year)

Teach a quarter of all undergraduate students, a third of all postgraduate students, more than a third of engineers, four out of five doctors and dentists, 50% of linguists, 58% of physical scientists and 63% of mathematicians

While our member universities have histories varying in length from 50 years to nearly 1,000, the Russell Group itself is a newer body, whose board members - the heads of the Russell Group universities - first began to meet in 1994. Set up as a professional, incorporated organisation in 2007, its aim is to help ensure that our universities have the optimum conditions in which to flourish and continue to make social, economic and cultural impacts through their world-leading research and teaching. We provide strategy, policy development, intelligence, communications and advocacy for our member institutions.

Our policy work focuses on:

Sustainable funding
Ensuring our leading universities can continue to deliver a high-quality experience for students

Research
Promoting world-leading UK research and innovation that changes lives for the better

Immigration
Ensuring our universities can attract and retain global talent, to learn, research and teach in the UK

Access
Continually working to make our world-class education more accessible to students of all backgrounds

International partnerships
Seeking an ambitious future EU relationship and embracing the new global opportunities ahead

Environment
Championing research into green technology, while mitigating the environmental footprint of our universities

You can find out more about our policy work here.

(Source: HESA student data 2019/20)

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Arts & Humanities Research Council (AHRC) PhD Funding Overview

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Written by Mark Bennett

The Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) is the main source of UK Government funding for doctoral students in Arts and Humanities subjects. An AHRC PhD studentship will cover fees and / or maintenance as well as providing additional training and development opportunities during your doctorate.

In this guide we've explained exactly how AHRC PhD funding works, who is eligible and how to apply.

The AHRC is one of the seven Research Councils that make up UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). These organisations manage UK budgets for funding research and training future researchers (like you!).

Which PhD subjects does the AHRC fund?

The AHRC funds PhDs in all Arts and Humanities subjects, including:

What PhD funding does the AHRC provide?

AHRC funding comes in the form of PhD studentships. There are two components to a PhD studentship from the AHRC:

A fee payment of £4,596 per year

A doctoral stipend of £17,668 per year (you will receive slightly more if you are based in London)

It's also worth bearing in mind that the value of both amounts rises annually with inflation, which means you'll get the increased amount in each subsequent year of your PhD. The above figures represent the amounts for 2022/23.

The fee payment is kept by your university who must use it to cover your PhD fees (they cannot charge you any more than this or require additional fee payments from you whilst you are AHRC funded).

The doctoral stipend is paid to you, tax-free, to cover accommodation and living costs. You don't need to pay any of it back at the end of your PhD.

Depending on your eligibility, you may get a full studentship (including the fee payment and doctoral stipend) or a partial studentship (which only covers your PhD fees).

How is AHRC PhD funding allocated?

Funding for a certain number of studentships each year is already allocated to universities and other organisations.

These form part of special networks called Doctoral Training Partnerships (DTPs) and Collaborative Doctoral Partnerships (CDPs). Students apply to them for PhD funding.

UKRI funding for other subjects
The funding opportunities described on this page are for Arts and Humanities PhDs. Other members of Research and Innovation allocate their own Research Council studentships for different PhD subjects.

Doctoral Training Partnerships (DTPs) are the main way the AHRC allocates PhD studentships. Each DTP consists of a network of universities from the same region, along with non-academic partners such as museums, art galleries, theatres and other cultural organisations.

Studentships offered by DTPs are usually known as Open Doctoral Awards, because they can be allocated to any suitable project a student proposes.

AHRC DTPs for 2022

The AHRC currently funds 10 Doctoral Training Partnerships across the UK:

Consortium for Humanities and the Arts South-East England (CHASE)
Led by the University of Sussex, along with the Birkbeck College, the Courtauld Institute of Art, Goldsmith's College, the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), the University of East Anglia, the University of Essex and the University of Kent.

External partners include Bloomsbury Publishing, Canterbury Cathedral, the British Library, the Victoria & Albert Museum and Shakespeare's Globe.

Find out more about the CHASE DTP or browse PhD projects.

London Arts & Humanities Partnership (LAHP)
Led by University College London, along with King's College London, Queen Mary University of London, the Royal College of Music, the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, the Royal College of Art, the London School of Economics & Political Science, and the University of London.

External partners include the Metropolitan Police, Google, the Wellcome Trust, the Museum of London, the National Archives and the Victoria & Albert Museum.

Find out more about the LAHP DTP or browse PhD projects.

Northern Bridge Consortium
Led by Newcastle University, along with Durham University, Northumbria University, Queen's University Belfast, the University of Sunderland, Teesside University and the University of Ulster.

External partners include the BBC, TATE Liverpool, the British Library, the National Trust, Opera North and the Science and Industry Museum.

Find out more about the Northern Bridge DTP or browse PhD projects.

North West Consortium
Led by the University of Manchester, along with Keele University, Lancaster University, the University of Liverpool, Manchester Metropolitan University, the Royal Northern College of Music and the University of Salford.

External partners include Historic England, BBC Northern Ireland and the British School at Rome.

Find out more about the North West DTP.

Open-Oxford-Cambridge
Led by the University of Oxford, along with the University of Cambridge and the Open University.

External partners include the BBC World Service, British Telecom and the National Trust.

Find out more about the Open-Oxford-Cambridge DTP.

White Rose College of the Arts & Humanities (WRoCAH)
Led by the University of York, along with the University of Leeds and the University of Sheffield.

External partners include Opera North, Revolution Games, Sheffield Doc Fest, Royal Armouries, the Marks and Spencer Archive, the National Railway Museum, Historic England, the Arts Council England and Leeds Museum and Galleries.

Find out more about the WRoCAH DTP or browse PhD projects.

Each of these DTPs currently has funding for five cohorts of PhD students, with intakes running from October 2019 to October 2023. The next set of AHRC DTP studentships will begin in October 2022.

Studying your PhD at an AHRC DTP

You will still study your PhD at a specific host university within your DTP (this is the university you should apply to with your initial research proposal).

However, during your doctorate you will benefit from access to resources and expertise across the DTP network. This might include the chance to work with rare manuscript collections or historical archives, to draw on the expertise of academics at other universities, or simply to explore a much larger range of library resources and digital collections.

You'll also be part of a wider cohort of other Arts and Humanities PhD students across your DTP. You'll still have your own specific research project to complete, with support from your own supervisor(s), but studying alongside other students will help you form a scholarly and social network to help support your PhD.

Finally, you may receive additional DTP benefits alongside your AHRC studentship. These could include funding for additional research travel or skills training as well as unique internship opportunities and careers support.

The aim is for your experience at an AHRC DTP to help you become an exceptional Arts and Humanities researcher, well prepared for a range of academic and non-academic jobs.

Collaborative Doctoral Partnerships (CDPs) are another way the AHRC funds PhD students. They are led by non-university cultural organisations such as museums, archives, art galleries and heritage organisations who receive funding to host Arts and Humanities researchers on specific topics.

AHRC CDPs for 2022

AHRC Collaborative Doctoral Partnerships usually have two intakes of students per year, in January and October. This means you may be able to choose when you start your PhD.

The deadline to apply for studentships starting in October 2022 has already passed, but new CDP opportunities for October 2023 are expected to be advertised in early 2023. These studentships will be advertised on the AHRC CDP website.

Previous cultural organisations offering CDP funding have included: Historic England and English Heritage, the V&A, TATE and the Imperial War Museum.

Studying your PhD at an AHRC CDP

Studentships offered by CDPs are known as Collaborative Doctoral Awards. They offer the same fee and stipend payments as a studentship at an AHRC DTP, but it is common for CDAs to also offer extended funding for practical training and professional projects alongside your PhD.

Cultural organisations collaborate with universities to offer CDAs (hence the name). You'll be based at the cultural organisation for a large part of your PhD, but will also be registered as a student at the university it is partnered with. You'll also have a supervisor from both partners: an academic mentor from your university and a representative of the cultural organisation you are working with.

CDPs vs DTPs

Some DTPs will also offer specific CDAs lead by one of their external partners. This means you could apply for a CDA offered by a CDP set up by an AHRC DTP(!).

Don't worry if that all sounds like alphabet soup. The main differences between the two systems are:

CDP projects are pre-determined - you apply for a Collaborative Doctoral Award to complete an advertised project with a CDP, rather than seeking an Open Doctoral Award for a project that you have proposed

There are usually fewer CDPs - CDPs run for a shorter period of time and their projects are 'refreshed' more regularly; DTPs are set up to accept new PhD students every year for five years

CDPs may be more vocational - you'll still gain a full doctoral degree at the end of your project, but working closely with an external cultural organisation may help you if you plan to pursue a non-academic career after your PhD

What about AHRC CDTs?
The AHRC used to provide funding through other networks, known as Centres for Doctoral Training. These focussed on specific priority research areas rather than accepting general research proposals (as DTPs do). The AHRC isn't currently funding any CDTs and is focussing on DTPs and CDPs instead.

AHRC studentships are available to all prospective PhD students, regardless of nationality or residency.

Only 30% of the total number of awards available at a university may go to international students. International students are also only eligible to have their tuition fees paid at the lower domestic rate, which means they may have to pay the difference between this amount and the higher international rate. Please note that you aren't allowed to use the living stipend to pay this difference. Some DTPs / institutions will fund the shortfall in costs, but this is at their discretion and you may need to find an alternative source of funding.

There are some other restrictions on combining AHRC studentships with other PhD funding, such as PhD loans from the UK government.

Residency

If you want to be able to apply for a PhD studentship as a home student, you'll need to satisfy one of the following criteria:

UK students who have been ordinarily resident in the UK for at least three years will be eligible for a full studentship (covering fees and including the doctoral stipend).

EU students may be eligible for UKRI funding on the same terms as UK students if they have settled status in the UK or applied to the EU Settlement Scheme prior to 30 June 2021. EU students who arrive in the UK for a PhD from 2021-22 onwards may apply as international students.

Irish students are eligible for UKRI finding on the same terms as UK students as part of the Common Travel Area.

Academic qualifications

All AHRC studentships are competitively awarded to the best applicants in each year. As a minimum, you will normally be expected to hold a Bachelors degree with a 2.1 or higher.

Most AHRC DTPs will also expect applicants to have a Masters degree in a relevant subject. This is particularly important for Arts and Humanities students as a Masters provides the training in independent research techniques and methodologies you will need to complete a PhD.

Combining an AHRC studentship with work or other funding

You can't work full-time during a full-time PhD that you are receiving AHRC funding for. However, you can work part-time, provided you are also studying part-time.

In addition, you cannot have a UK PhD loan at the same time as an AHRC studentships (or any other form of UKRI funding).

AHRC Studentships are allocated to DTPs and CDPs, so students never apply directly to the AHRC.

How you apply for AHRC funding depends on the type of studentship you are seeking:

Applying for Collaborative Doctoral Awards (at CDPs)

Collaborative Doctoral Award studentships will be allocated to a specific PhD project, as host organisations pre-define the work they want PhD students to do with them. Those projects will then be advertised and the students who apply successfully will get the funding.

Applying for Open Doctoral Awards (at DTPs)

The majority of AHRC studentships are awarded to fund projects that students have proposed themselves. These studentships are usually referred to as Open Doctoral Awards (as they are open to any project idea).

To apply for one of them you'll first need to have your PhD accepted by a university within a DTP. You can then be considered for one of its AHRC studentships. This may be an automatic part of the admissions process for eligible students, or you may need to submit a separate funding application.

Applications for an AHRC studentship will normally need to provide a new statement or proposal that makes the case for why your PhD should be funded (there are some tips for doing this below).

The ultimate decision about which projects to fund will be made collectively by all of the universities within the DTP.

Application deadlines

Each DTP (and CDP) will set its own application window for AHRC studentships. These are usually open between November and January for PhDs that begin in the following autumn.

Here are the upcoming application deadlines at AHRC DTPs for Open Doctoral Award studentships beginning in the 2023-24 academic year:

LAHP- 27 January 2023

M4C - 12 January 2023

North West - 1 February 2023

Open-Oxford-Cambridge - 5 / 6 / 11 January 2023, depending on institution

SGSAH - 13 February 2023

Techne - Check with your university (January 2023)

The 2023/24 deadlines for the following DTPs have not yet been confirmed, but we've provided the 2022 deadlines as a rough guidline:

CHASE - 28 January 2022

Northern Bridge - 15 February 2022

WRoCAH - 26 January 2022

SWWDTP - 24 January 2022

Bear in mind that you'll need to complete your main PhD application and be accepted by your university before you can apply for an AHRC studentship.

Always check advice from your university and DTP and follow their directions when applying.

AHRC funding application tips

AHRC funding is very generous and, unlike a PhD loan, you don't need to pay it back. With that in mind, it's no surprise that selection for studentships is very competitive and not all students are successful.

There are a few things you can do to increase your chances of success though:

1. Give yourself enough time - There's a good chance you'll have two applications to make: one for your PhD itself, and one for the funding you want to win for it. Give yourself time to do both well. Even if your university automatically considers you for funding you should still allow enough time to make sure your PhD application has the best chance of winning it.

2. Focus on what makes your project worth funding - The harsh truth is that a PhD can be worth doing and still not be worth funding (a project can be academically worthwhile, but still not be a priority for the limited financial resources that are currently available). You need to explain why yours is both. Why is your project important right now?

3. Think about impact - All PhD projects should make an original and worthwhile contribution to academic knowledge (otherwise they wouldn't be a PhD). But what else is your project going to achieve beyond the university? Is it going to help support important heritage work? Could it improve public understanding of important issues? Will the results be of interest to cultural and creative industries? All of these things are possible in the Arts and Humanities and they represent value for money to funders like the AHRC.

4. Tailor the application - All CDPs and DTPs are different, just as all universities are different. Applying for an advertised CDA studentship is a lot like applying for a job: the role and expectations are already set out for you, you just need to prove that you fit them (by reading the project specification carefully and addressing it in your application). You should also tailor your application for Open Doctoral Awards at DTPs: what is it about this DTP, its resources, staff and research objectives, that make it the right fit for you and your research (and vice versa)?

Finally, remember that not getting AHRC funding doesn't necessarily mean there's anything wrong with your project or that you yourself aren't capable of completing a PhD. The reality is that there are more fundable projects than there are studentships to fund them.

Other types of PhD funding are available. Most DTPs will also let you make a second AHRC funding application provided you will have at least 50% of your PhD left to complete when the studentship starts.

As well as checking individual DTPs and CDPs, you can search for some AHRC-funded PhD opportunities here on FindAPhD.com.

Our free weekly newsletter will also keep you informed of application deadlines and new funding opportunities.

Further information

Check the AHRC and UKRI websites for additional funding details.

Last Updated: 14 September 2022

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You don't apply directly to the BBSRC for PhD funding. Instead studentships are allocated to DTPs and CTPs who advertise them on their own websites, on university websites and here on FindAPhD.

Advertised projects

Most BBSRC projects have pre-defined aims and objectives. There will be scope to adopt different methodologies and respond to new directions that emerge from your research, but the research question you will be exploring will already be set out for you.

Some DTP projects may be a little more flexible, inviting students to propose their own approaches and objectives within the broad limits of universities' resources and facilities. CTP projects will usually be much more defined as their outcomes will line up with the interests and objectives of industrial partners.

It is very rare for students to receive BBSRC funding for a project they have designed and proposed entirely independently.

Application process

The first step in applying for BBSRC PhD funding is to find an advertised project to apply to. Once you have done that you should read the description carefully and prepare the necessary application materials.

These will probably include a personal statement (detailing your academic background, research interests and objectives) a covering letter (explaining your interest in the project and your suitability for it) and details of appropriate referees.

If you are shortlisted, you will usually be invited to a PhD interview and given the opportunity to discuss your application in more detail.

Application deadlines

DTPs will generally advertise BBSRC studentships to commence in the autumn semester (September / October) and set the same deadline for them.

Here are the application deadlines for PhD studentships at BBSRC DTPs for projects beginning in the 2022-23 academic year:

These dates are for PhDs starting in autumn 2022. You can use them to get an indicative idea of deadlines for projects in 2023, but the exact details may change. One way to stay up to date with new project advertisements is to sign up to our PhD newsletter: we'll email you each week with new projects that have become available in your subject area/s.

CTPs will usually set specific deadlines for each project they advertise.

BBSRC funding application tips

Applications for BBSRC funding are competitive, but there are a few things you can do to make sure you have the best chance of success:

1. Read carefully and respond specifically - Applications for advertised PhD projects are a bit like applications for jobs (they even come with a 'salary'). You need to show that you fit the job description and the best way to do that is to read it, carefully, and respond to it, specifically.

2. Read around the project description too - Really good applicants will demonstrate a sense of how an advertised project fits into the current scientific landscape. You don't have to be an expert yet (you're applying for the PhD, not sitting the viva voce exam) but it won't hurt to look at some recent journal articles on related topics.

3. Don't just copy and paste - There's nothing wrong with applying to more than one PhD project, but avoid the temptation to re-use lots of material. If you keep it generic, it won't be very good (see above); if you only edit specific details you risk accidentally addressing the wrong university (it happens); and if you edit the whole thing thoroughly you may as well just write a new one.

4. Remember there's (hopefully) an interview - Having an interview as part of your PhD selection process can help your application: it lets you include concise details in the knowledge that you can expand on them later, if need be. But it can also catch you out if you include inaccurate details and can't expand on them later.

5. Give yourself enough time - Don't rush your application or start it at the last minute. Even if you can think you can get a personal statement and covering letter written up, you almost certainly won't have time to really engage with the project description or give enough notice for references.

Most DTPs and CTPs will provide application timetables saying when you should hear back, when interviews may take place and when successful candidates will be notified.

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Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) PhD Funding Overview

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The ESRC provides funding to their network of DTPs and CDTs but not directly to students. This means that all applications must be made directly to a university, or to the DTP or CDT it is part of.

Self-proposed projects vs advertised projects

Most ESRC DTP studentships ask potential student to propose their own research topics and submit a research proposal for it. These projects are guided by an expert supervisory team and may involve working with external partners that allow you access to data, equipment or participants for your project.

Other projects are designed by universities and advertised in advance, with pre-defined questions, aims and objectives. These research areas have been developed by the academic supervisors that you will work with during your PhD.

Along with your research proposal, you will usually need to also include a personal statement (detailing your academic background and research interests), CV and covering letter (stating your suitability and interest in the project).

If your application is successful, you will then be invited for a PhD interview, where you will be able to discuss the PhD project application further.

Application deadlines

Individual DTPs and CDTs set their own closing dates for applications, and as such, prospective students should contact the programme you wish to apply to directly. For the majority of the time, they open for applications September / October for projects starting in the following October. However, some DTPs offer studentships throughout the year, each with its own closing date.

Here are the deadlines for the current DTPs starting in October 2022:

Cambridge Social Science - tbc

Grand Union - 7 / 11 / 14 January 2022, depending on institution

London Interdisciplinary Social Science - 28 January 2022

LSE - 17 December 2021

Midlands Graduate School - 18 January 2022

Northern Ireland and North East (NINE) - 21 January 2022

North West Social Sciences - 1 February 2022

Scottish Graduate School of Social Sciences - 9 December 2021

The South Coast - 24 January 2022

South East Network for Social Sciences (SeNSS) - 25 January 2022

South West - 25 January 2022

UBEL - 10 January 2022

Wales - 4 February 2022

White Rose Social Sciences - 26 January 2022

The deadlines for the CDTs starting in October 2022 have yet to be announced. However, projects for the Data Analytics and Society CDT will be announced in spring 2022.

These dates are for 2022 applications only. The exact dates will probably change for 2023, but you can use these to get a general idea for future deadlines.

ESRC funding application tips

ESRC studentships are very competitive. Here are some tips to help you with your application:

1. Think about what makes your project worth funding - The majority of ESRC studentships are proposed by students, this makes it all the more important for your proposal to have an impact. Explain why your project is important and what makes your research worthwhile.

2. Give yourself time to prepare - Proposals take time to write. On top of that, you also have to prepare your cover letter and update your CV. Start early so you don't miss the application deadline.

3. Think about the studentship you want - The ESRC offers different lengths of studentships so it's good to know which one you need to apply to first. Whether that be a 1+3 or +3 or maybe the +4. If you already have a Masters degree, or your Masters isn't relevant, it's probably best to go for the 1+3. However, if your Masters degree is relevant and provided training for most of the 'core training requirements' then apply for the +3.

4. Contact potential supervisors - Not only will this show your interest in the project, it will also mean supervisors will recognise your name when your application is put in. Plus, they may also help you with your research proposal. Just make sure you contact supervisors that have research interests close to your proposed project, that way they are more likely to take an interest in your ideas and move forward with them.

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Applications for EPSRC PhD funding are made to specific universities, or their CDTs and not to the EPSRC itself.

Advertised projects

The majority of EPSRC PhD funding is allocated to Centres for Doctoral Training who will advertise set numbers of studentship opportunities. Unlike other STEM funding offered by UKRI, EPSRC CDT studentships aren't necessarily attached to pre-defined projects. The broad area for your research will be determined by the remit of the CDT, but you will identify your specific project during the programme.

Other EPSRC opportunities are more traditional: DTPs may invite students to propose projects within their broad remit; iCASE studentships will usually be advertised as very specific projects.

Application process

To apply for an EPSRC scholarship, you first need to find an advertised opportunity. Once you have found one you would like to apply for, you should read the description and prepare the necessary application materials.

Typically, in your application, you will include a personal statement (providing information on your experience and research interests), a covering letter (demonstrating your interest in the project) and a CV with appropriate referees.

If your application is successful, you will then be invited for a PhD interview which gives you the opportunity to show your willingness to undertake a PhD and discuss the project in more detail.

Application deadlines

Studentship opportunities are advertised at different times of the year depending on the CDT. Some start to advertise as early as October, whereas some don't open until March for the following September.

Here are the application deadlines for the EPSRC CDTs listed above, for projects starting in the 2022-23 academic year:

lifETIME - 31 January 2022

Compound Semiconductor Manufacturing - 9 January / 3 April 2022

SOFI2 - 28 November 2022

CoSEM - 31 January 2022

iCAT - End of November 2022

Nuclear Energy Futures - August 2022 (this may come forward if vacancies are filled)

You can use these to get a good idea as to the anticipated deadlines for other CDTs, and for the CDT deadlines for 2023. Remember that you can use FindAPhD to browse current PhD studentships at EPSRC CDTs.

EPSRC funding application tips

EPSRC studentships are awarded on a competitive basis, so here are some tips to help with your application:

Check the programme you are applying to - Each CDT carries out research to a specific remit set by the EPSRC, so it is a good idea to make sure that you are applying to a CDT you have an interest in.

Contact supervisors before applying - It is always a good idea to contact potential supervisors to discuss the suitability of your research interests. For some studentships, supervisors may need to personally approve / decline your application and being in contact with them beforehand may help with this.

Check application requirements - The application process for EPSRC PhD funding varies more than for other Research Councils. Some applications require a research proposal for your intended project, whereas others will only be assessing your general suitability for a research programme. There may also be policies on what references you can include in your application. The safest bet is always to double check the requirements for the specific studentship you are applying to.

Check your qualifications - Studentships at different universities require different academic requirements - some may need a Masters regardless of your undergraduate degree grade. Others require you to have relevant experience (i.e. from a placement) in place of this.

Most listed studentships provide a detailed timeline indicating when you should expect to hear back about your application, and when the interviews are planned to take place.

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Applications are not made directly to the MRC but to the research organisations that will host your PhD. These can be found on specific DTP websites, on the university websites or here on FindAPhD.

Advertised projects

Most MRC projects have a pre-defined project aim (such as an iCASE project). Applying for these PhD opportunities is a lot like applying for a job: you must demonstrate that you meet the requirements outlined in the project advertisement and will be a good fit for the position.

However, some MRC DTPs offer more flexible scholarships where you will spend the first year doing lab rotations after which you will submit a research proposal. There are a set number of scholarships and students are accepted on a competitive basis.

It is unlikely that a university (or other institution) will provide MRC funding to a student who has designed and proposed their project completely independently.

Application process

To apply for an MRC scholarship, you first need to find an advertised opportunity at a DTP or other institute with funding. Once you have found one you would like to apply for, you should read the description and prepare the necessary application materials.

You will usually need to include a personal statement (providing information on your academic background, experience and research interests), covering letter (demonstrating your suitability and your interest in the project) and CV with appropriate referees.

If your application is successful, you will then be invited for a PhD interview and given the opportunity to discuss the PhD with you in more detail.

Application deadlines

DTPs usually start advertising MRC studentships around September / October for the following autumn semester.

Here are the application deadlines for PhD studentships at MRC DTPs for projects beginning in the 2022-23 academic year:

Cambridge - 2 December 2021

DiMeN - 14 January 2022

Dundee - tbc

GW4 - 26 November 2021

Imperial College London - 29 November 2021

IMPACT - tbc

Institute of Cancer Research - 14 December 2021

King's College London - 18 November 2021

LSTM - tbc

London Intercollegiate - 26 January 2022

Manchester - 12 November 2021

MMB (East Anglia) - 17 January 2022

Oxford - 3 December 2021

Precision Medicine - 20 January 2022

Translational Immunology, Inflammation and Cancer - tbc

Trials Methodology Research Partnership (TMRP) - tbc

UCL-Birkbeck - 14 / 31 January 2022, depending on project

Warwick- 11 November 2022

The deadline for ITTP PhDs is 3 December 2021.

These are the deadlines for PhDs starting in October 2022 You can use them to get an idea of the deadlines for 2023 but they may change. You can sign up for our free PhD newsletter to stay up to date on new project advertisements and we'll email you each week with updates.

MRC funding application tips

Applications for MRC funding are competitive. Here are some tips:

1. Find out about potential supervisors - If you are applying to a DTP with rotations then you most likely will need to select some potential supervisors. It's worth finding out what their research interests are so you apply to the ones that you also find interesting.

2. Time to prepare - Application deadlines for the MRC are earlier than most other research councils so it's important to make sure you have enough time to research the programmes and research areas.

3. Make sure your CV is up to date - Having an up to date CV is critical for your PhD application. Also make sure its tailored towards a PhD with the MRC showing relevant research interests and extra-curricular activities.

4. Choose good referees - References can be essential to your application. You should think carefully about who your referees will be and notify them that you intend on adding them to application. That way, your reference doesn't get forgotten about.

Most DTPs will provide an expected timeline on when you should hear back about your application, when interviews are expected to take place and when successful candidates will be notified.

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The NERC is one of seven Research Councils that make up UK Research and Innovation (URKI). Each of these councils manages a budget for supporting research in their subject areas, some of which goes to training PhD students.

Which PhD subjects does the NERC fund?

The NERC funds PhDs in Environmental Science subjects, such as:

The NERC also funds some interdisciplinary opportunities in partnership with the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC), the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) and the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC).

What PhD funding does the NERC provide?

The NERC currently funds around 350 students a year. These students receive the national minimum stipend set by UKRI:

Tuition fees of £4,596

Stipend of £16,602 per year (you will receive slightly more if you are based in London)

Research Training Support Grant (RTSG) to cover the costs of travel and consumables - £5,000-£11,000 amount depending on the studentship

These values will increase annually with inflation and you will receive the new amount each year.

How is NERC funding allocated?

The NERC provides funding for a certain number of studentships to universities and other research institutes, who advertise PhD projects supported in this way. You don't apply directly to the NERC for PhD funding.

These projects are usually advertised either through Doctoral Training Partnerships (DTPs), Collaborative Awards in Science and Engineering (CASE) or Centres for Doctoral Training (CDTs).

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The STFC is one of the seven Research Councils that form part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). Each council manages a UK Government budget for research in a given subject area, some of which is allocated to training PhD students.

Unlike the other Research Councils, the STFC focuses more on developing and operating large-scale facilities and scientific infrastructure to support industrial and academic researchers across a range of subjects.

Which PhD subjects does the STFC fund?

Although their facilities assist a wide range of research areas, the STFC remit focuses primarily on Physical Sciences and provides PhD funding in the following areas:

Please note that the amounts given above are for the 2021-22 academic year - the value of the 2022-23 studentships will increase with inflation, but as of November 2021 this hasn't been announced.

The STFC may also fund interdisciplinary studentships with the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC).

What PhD funding does the STFC provide?

The STFC funds around 800 PhD students each year. A full STFC studentship provides the following:

A fee payment of £4,596 per year

A doctoral stipend of £16,602 per year to cover living costs (you will receive slightly more if you are based in London)

A Research Training Support Grant (RTSG) of £1,000 to cover the cost of research training

The STFC may also provide a contribution of £230 to go towards the cost of conference fees and UK fieldwork, as well as Disabled Student's Allowance (DSA).

These values increase annually in line with inflation and you'll receive the new amount each year.

How is funding allocated?

The STFC does not provide funding directly to students. Instead, funding for studentships is provided directly to universities or research organisations who go on to advertise PhD projects.

These projects are either based within university Doctoral Training Partnerships (DTPs) or Centres for Doctoral Training (CDTs), or awarded as industrial CASE (iCASE) studentships.

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The STFC is one of the seven Research Councils that form part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). Each council manages a UK Government budget for research in a given subject area, some of which is allocated to training PhD students.

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Postgraduate scholarships at the University of Cambridge

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Postgraduate scholarships at the University of Cambridge

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Wellcome Trust PhD Studentships in Science

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Wellcome Trust PhD Studentships in Science

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This scheme offers graduates outstanding training in scientific research

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Four-year PhD Science Studentships - Grant Funding | Wellcome

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Get information about Wellcome's PhD funding for science students to train in scientific research. See the scheme at a glance and get advice on how to apply.

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Tips on areas to consider when viewing rankings, plus details on official and unofficial rankings

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The quality and standards of every UK postgraduate program is controlled in a number of ways, in part by each university itself and in part by quality assurance systems of other organisations via both official and unoffical rankings tables.

League tables and rankings have the advantage of giving a quick impression of relative quality and can certainly help you distinguish the very best from the very worst, they can also give you a good indication about the research focus and success of a university. But they need to be read with care and not used as the only source of information because they have a number of problems:

Each publication calculates its table or ranking in its own way, using a complicated formula that balances academic achievements and facilities, and it is not always easy to know exactly how the calculation has been done (although, for all the rankings outlined here, information about the methodology followed and the way the calculations are made is easily available). The publications producing the tables/rankings are often trying to emphasise particular aspects of universities - for example, The Guardian tables put very little weighting on a university's research income and achievements, but put more weighting on its undergraduate teaching achievements.

The data used are not always up to date.

In most tables and rankings, the 'score' difference in the table is quite small. This means that there may be very little difference between universities that are separated by many places and, year by year, universities can move up or down a long way with only a small change in their data.

The data in the tables/rankings are mainly about research and about undergraduate programmes, so they may not be very helpful in choosing a postgraduate program.

It is now possible for you to make your own league table or ranking using the weightings that you think are important to you. This facility is available on The Times , The Financial Times and Business Week websites, to name a few - but remember that the basic data involved is still that used to make their league tables or rankings.

So, you should treat league tables and rankings with caution, and look at several before you decide what the tables are telling you about a particular subject in a particular university. On the other hand, the universities and other institutions take the tables/rankings seriously, know that potential students use them to help in their choice and make great efforts to ensure the data on which the tables/rankings are based are as advantageous as they can be. Institutions at the top of the tables/rankings will say how useful they are - universities near the bottom will say they are of little importance!

Our extensive section on rankings for postgraduate courses and universities in the UK can help you make that all-important decision of which postgraduate program to choose. If you are interested in studying a postgraduate business program we have a dedicated section on business school and business program rankings to help you make the right choice.

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Postgraduate Rankings | Advice | Postgrad

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The quality and standards of every UK postgraduate program is controlled in a number of ways, in part by each university itself and in part by quality assurance systems of other organisations via both official and unoffical rankings tables.

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Further Funding at the University of Cambridge

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Further Funding at the University of Cambridge

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Beyond Gates, check further funding opportunities at Cambridge

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Cambridge Trust

The Cambridge Trust, which works with partners worldwide to support outstanding students under a variety of scholarship schemes, awards around 500 scholarships annually, and supports more than 1200 students in residence each year. During its history of over 30 years of offering scholarships at the University of Cambridge, the Trust has awarded more than 20,000 scholarships to students from around the world.
https://www.cambridgetrust.org/
Gates Cambridge Trust

The Gates Cambridge Scholarship programme was established in October 2000 by a donation of US$210m from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to the University of Cambridge; this is the largest ever single donation to a UK university. The programme takes between 80 and 90 scholars each year who demonstrate outstanding intellectual ability, a commitment to improving the lives of others and leadership potential. The programme takes Masters and PhD students from any country outside the UK.
https://www.gatescambridge.org/
Harding Distinguished Postgraduate Scholarships

The Harding Distinguished Postgraduate Scholars Programme was established in February 2019 thanks to an extraordinarily generous donation from the David and Claudia Harding Foundation, the biggest single gift made to a university in the UK by a British philanthropist. These fully funded Scholarships are available to the most talented PhD students in any discipline, from all parts of the UK and the world. The programme takes at least 25 scholars per year.

http://www.hardingscholars.fund.cam.ac.uk/

Research Councils (UKRI)

Research Council (UKRI) funding is money that comes from the Government to support research in various subject areas. Please see the separate page for information about the different Research Councils .

Departmental awards

Many departments have specific awards they administer locally; information about these is available on department websites . You can also search for these on the Student Funding Search .

College Funding

Please see the separate page for information about College funding opportunities . You can also search for college sources of funding on the Student Funding Search .

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University Funds | Postgraduate Admissions

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Cambridge Trust The Cambridge Trust, which works with partners worldwide to support outstanding students under a variety of scholarship schemes, awards around 500 scholarships annually, and supports more than 1200 students in residence each year.

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A range of postgraduate funding opportunities available at Imperial

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Find out about financial support and awards available at UCL

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UCL is the number one London university for Research Strength (REF2014), recognised for its academic excellence and global impact

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Helpful guide to options on staying to work in the UK after graduation, including the popular 'Graduate Route'

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This page is about the options for switching within the UK from a Student visa to a work visa. We also have separate information for those who want to work between the end of their studies and the end of their Student visa: see Work when you are no longer studying. Under many of the work schemes listed, your spouse or civil partner, unmarried or same sex partner and children can apply to stay in the UK with you, or join you here.

Within the information about each route, we provide you with helpful guidance and links to the relevant Immigration Rules, guidance for applicants and for Home Office caseworkers, and the appropriate application forms. As a further resource, the British Council have combined with Future Learn to provide this helpful MOOC on Preparing for Work in the UK, specifically for international graduates. Also, If you are an international PhD student, there is also an immigration toolkit available to read on the jobs.ac.uk website.

For schemes sponsored by an employer or endorsed by your university or another body, the sponsor or endorsing body itself is normally the best source of advice. Some law centres, and other advice centres have immigration specialists who will provide some basic advice free of charge. Some private solicitors also specialise in immigration law, although they will charge you a fee for their advice. We have further information on seeking advice here.

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Hillary Rodham Clinton Award for Peace and Reconciliation

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Hillary Rodham Clinton Award for Peace and Reconciliation

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Postgraduate scholarship at Queen's University Belfast

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The Hillary Rodham Clinton Award for Peace and Reconciliation

The University will provide a full tuition-fee waiver to an exceptional female student from the USA who wishes to pursue study in a field related to politics, conflict transformation or human rights. The five MA programmes covered by the award will include:

Hillary Rodham Clinton made an outstanding contribution to reconciliation throughout the Northern Ireland peace process. She was a strong advocate for the inclusion of women's voices in the peace talks and became an inspirational role model for many in the Queen's community.

This award, created in the former Senator's name, honours her long-standing commitment to peace, stability and education.

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Applications open: Applications open at the same time as the online Direct Application Portal which is open from Monday 13 September.

Applications close: Friday 21 January 2022

Decisions announced: By end of March 2022
Please note that it is anticipated that shortlisted candidates will be invited to an online interview (MS Teams) to be held on 28 March 2022.

Hear from an award recipient

Abigail McGowan, MA Global Security and Borders

"I am incredibly honoured to receive the Hillary Rodham Clinton Award for Peace and Reconciliation. While attending Secretary Clinton's installation as chancellor, I was reminded of her meaningful history in Northern Ireland; and I similarly hope to contribute to the US-Northern Ireland relationship and Secretary Clinton's legacy of peacebuilding and reconciliation around the world. As I prepare for a career in public service, the critical thinking skills and knowledge I will gain through the Global Security and Borders MA will enable me to be a stronger diplomat and global citizen.
I have already had such an enriching academic experience at Queen's. My core module in Global Security and Borders has challenged my understanding of the migration-security nexus. My course on the Politics of the Republic of Ireland has given me a better understanding of the island and European politics more broadly. Lastly, I know my Approaches to Research Design course will equip me with the tools to conduct rigorous research in both academia and the policy world. I feel fortunate to study politics, international relations, and borders in a place where these subjects are live issues, rather than abstract concepts. Outside of QUB, I am looking forward to exploring Northern Ireland and getting involved in the Belfast community."

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Katie Becker, MA Global Security and Borders

"Receiving the Hillary Rodham Clinton Award for Peace and Reconciliation means a great deal to me. I have already learned so much. My course instructors have challenged me and questioned things I thought I knew about borders and migration. I intend to go on to pursue a law degree in the United States, and I know I will begin my career in public interest law with sharper critical-thinking skills and greater global awareness having studied at Queen's as the HRC Awardee.
Academically, I am most looking forward to receiving rigorous training in social science research methodology through the HAPP7001 course and then applying that training to my dissertation. I'm also taking two area-studies courses: the Politics of Northern Ireland and the Politics of the Republic of Ireland. I'm excited to learn more about the place where I'm lucky to be living and studying. Outside of school, I am most looking forward to exploring Northern Ireland, the UK, and the Republic of Ireland when and as it's safe to do so. I've enjoyed exploring the cycling paths in Belfast, especially the Lagan Towpath."

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To be considered for this award, please submit an application for your chosen programme through the University's online Direct Application Portal.

On theDirect Applications Portal, please tick 'I hope to or have already obtained funding for my studies' and then enter HillaryClinton22 in the free text box 'Please state the source of funding'.

You must also upload a CV of no more than 2 pages which outlines your commitment to civic leadership and peacebuilding. This should be uploaded in a PDF merged with academic transcripts.

You must have applied to the University for study in one of the outlined programmes by 21 January 2022; must be issued with an offer for your chosen programme by 18 February 2022; must hold a 3.7 CGPA or above (or equivalent); must be a US citizen and must identify as female.
Enquiries: Deirdre McCrory d.mccrory@qub.ac.uk

Graduate Study in Conflict Resolution at Queen's

Queen's University is an international centre of excellence for research and teaching in politics, international studies and conflict resolution. The University has been at the forefront of building peace in Northern Ireland for over 30 years and has fostered a range of research collaborations to bring about major societal change and social harmony.

The Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences attracts students from across the world who are interested in understanding and seeking to influence major global challenges.

The Hillary Rodham Clinton Award for Peace and Reconciliation will offer one exceptional candidate the opportunity to pursue this calling in Belfast, learning from world-leading researchers in the field.
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The Study of Conflict at Queen's

Queen's Peace and Conflict Podcast

If you want to hear more about the expertise in peace and conflict studies at Queen's, listen to Professor Richard English's podcast series: Peace and Conflict- Understanding Our World. This series of conversations looks at conflict and peace-building around the world, from Afghanistan to Ireland, Colombia and South Africa to the Middle East.
Find out more about the Peace and Conflict podcast

SENATOR GEORGE J MITCHELL INSTITUTE

For Global Peace, Security and Justice

The Senator George J. Mitchell Institute for Global Peace, Security and Justice is a Global Research Institute (GRI) and a flagship for interdisciplinary dialogue. Bringing together researchers from a wide range of disciplines, the Institute draws upon unparalleled expertise on the issues of global security, social justice and peace-building to enrich understanding of conflict transformation.
Find out more about the Senator George J. Mitchell Institute

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The Hillary Rodham Clinton Award | Study | Queen's University Belfast

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The Hillary Rodham Clinton Award for Peace and Reconciliation The University will provide a full tuition-fee waiver to an exceptional female student from the USA who wishes to pursue study in a field related to politics, conflict transformation or human rights.

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Open access research repository

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Simple Deposit to WRAP - About this Open Access Repository

The Warwick Research Archive Portal (WRAP) is the home of the University's full text, open access research content and contains, journal articles, Warwick doctoral dissertations, book chapters, conference papers, working papers and more. For the complete outputs from Warwick researchers please see the University of Warwick Publications service from the tab above.

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Simple Deposit to WRAP - About this Open Access Repository The Warwick Research Archive Portal (WRAP) is the home of the University's full text, open access research content and contains, journal articles, Warwick doctoral dissertations, book chapters, conference papers, working papers and more.

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Wolfson Postgraduate Scholarships in the Humanities (PhD)

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Wolfson Postgraduate Scholarships in the Humanities (PhD)

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The Wolfson Foundation is a UK charity that supports research in History, Literature, Languages and related subjects.

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Search advertised PhD studentships by discipline, read articles, and access career tools

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Find PhDs | PhD Programs | Scholarships - jobs.ac.uk

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Search for PhDs, research studentships, professional doctorates & more opportunities on jobs.ac.uk. Plus funding & careers advice and FREE PhD

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Funded Projects

Please also refer to individual department webpages for further subject-specific opportunities.

Charities & Societies

There are many charities or societies offering some support for those taking PG study. Their awards will often be targeted by nationality, profession, or other factors, but it is worth persevering and thoroughly investigating charitable sources as there may well be one where you will fit the criteria - and as these are often very small organisations, they may be more flexible and responsive to individual circumstances than Research Councils. They are very unlikely to offer you complete funding, but you may be able to combine several awards and so go a considerable way towards complete funding.

Although they are often small awards, charitable organisations, foundations and trusts can provide a good source of funding for postgraduate students. We have listed a number of opportunities below, some have awarded students at Warwick sums of money in the past. Please remember you'll need to approach these organisations yourself, and this may require a letter, email or telephone contact.

Student Loans

The government has introduced postgraduate loans which you can apply for if you are studying a taught or research postgraduate course, are aged under 60 years old at the start of the first academic year of your course, and normally live in England.

External companies offering loans - There are a number of commercial lenders who offer finance for postgradute students. The University of Warwick is not affiliated with the companies listed below and we would recommend researching the full terms and conditions before undertaking any finance. Please note that these are not government loans.

Work and Volunteer Opportunities

Work as a Graduate Teaching Assistant (PhD study only) - As a PhD student, there may be opportunities available to work as a GTA. Many departments employ PhD students to teach certain undergraduate modules.

Apply to join the Residential Life Team - At Warwick postgraduate students are eligible to work as resident tutors in our halls of residence. The work is unpaid but on-campus accommodation is provided at a very low cost, so this will be a huge potential saving on your accommodation costs. Available posts are advertised on the Warwick website as and when they become vacant (a number of vacancies do normally emerge during each academic year) and are very competitive, as it is an excellent opportunity. Bear in mind that the Residential Life recruiters will be working to entirely different criteria to Research Councils - so if you are a responsible, people-orientated person who doesn't mind working during some nights and weekends, this could be for you.

Work part time -Bear in mind part time work will need careful balancing with your academic commitments, whether you study full or part time - but Warwick is more realistic and helpful about students doing part time work than many other institutions. Warwick offers a huge variety of opportunities to work part time for the University, from cleaning jobs to working as a Research Advisor in the Wolfson Research Exchange. You can apply for jobs via our dedicated student employment agency, UnitempsLink opens in a new window . Unitemps can help you find temporary work both within the University and in the local area.

Volunteer for Warwick Arts Centre - Additionally, every year Warwick Arts Centre recruits a number of students as volunteer stewards. Whilst this work is unpaid, the stewards are given free access to see many films, performances and exhibitions, so if this kind of cultural experience would be one of your expenses, you could save on it by becoming a steward.

Other Support

Partner/family support - If you are a recent UG or taught PG student, bear in mind that academic fees for a PhD might be considerably less than you have paid for your previous courses: approx. £4,500 for a full-time Home student. If a partner or family member can afford to support your living costs through three years of study, could you afford to pay the fees from your own finances? You might also choose to study part time (see below).

Study part time - For more information on studying part time, see the relevant postgraduate study page.

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Funded Projects Please also refer to individual department webpages for further subject-specific opportunities. Charities & Societies There are many charities or societies offering some support for those taking PG study.

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Using US Federal Student Aid to Study in the UK

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Using US Federal Student Aid to Study in the UK

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Includes details of international universities that participate in Federal Student Loan Programs, details on what US students can receive, how much they can receive, how to apply, how it will be paid, and repayment

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Whether you plan to study abroad for a semester or get your entire degree outside the United States, you may be able to use federal student aid to pay your expenses. The type of aid you can get—and the process you must follow—will depend on the type of program (study-abroad or full degree) you plan…

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How Much Will It Cost to Study in the UK?

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How Much Will It Cost to Study in the UK?

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UKCISA advice and links to resources

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There are a number of ways to reduce what you spend while you study in the UK.Here are some tips to get you started:

Talk to other students when you arrive in the UK: they will be able to tell you the cheapest places to shop and where to get the things that you are looking for.

Food shopping. Supermarket prices in the UK can vary. Some sell more basic, cheaper brands (eg Tesco, Asda, Aldi, Lidl, Morrisons) in a limited range and others are more luxury and tend to be more expensive (eg Waitrose, Marks and Spencer). Small local shops are usually more expensive than supermarkets. Street markets selling fruit and vegetables are often cheaper than shops. British Council has useful tips on eating on a budget.

Clothes shopping. There is a great range of prices in different clothes shops. Many students shop in charity shops and many Students' Unions have schemes for students to swap clothes - find out what's happening at your institution.

Daily travel. If you travel the same route regularly it is usually cheaper to buy a season ticket. These work in different ways in different parts of the UK. Your institution will be able to advise you on where to find out what ticket is best for you. Students in London can save 30% on travel with a student discount card. The Transport for London website has details.

Long distance travel in the UK. You can travel cheaply by bus in the UK but journeys will take longer. Some companies offer very low prices if you book in advance. If you are aged 16-25 you can save 30% on train journeys. Find out more on National railcards. Always book in advance! Train tickets bought on the day are much more expensive. When you book in advance there are often limitations on when you can travel - be careful to check these or you will have to pay the full fare if you are on the wrong train. There are discounts for people buying small group tickets for trains.

Student Discounts. There are many ways to save money in the UK as a student. The National Union of Students (NUS) Extra card entitles you to many discounts across the UK. The International Student Identity Card (ISIC) gives you discounts across 130 countries.
The Student Beans website collates current discounts and short term special offers for students.

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How much will it cost to study in the UK?

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There are a number of ways to reduce what you spend while you study in the UK.Here are some tips to get you started: Talk to other students when you arrive in the UK: they will be able to tell you the cheapest places to shop and where to get the things that you are looking for.

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Introductory information on costs and budgeting from the British Council

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Studying in the UK is good value for money - average costs here are lower than in both the USA and Australia. Additionally, UK graduates are amongst the most employable in the world (according to the QS annual employer survey). This means your investment is likely to result in a successful career.

Still, investing a considerable sum in your education can be a difficult decision. Here are some details on the type of budget you are going to need to study in the UK.

How much will it cost to study in the UK?

Course fees

Fees for UK courses vary depending on your study level and where in the UK you are studying.

International students can expect to pay between £10,000 and £26,000 annually, and typically an undergraduate degree course will last for three years. Medical degrees may cost more, and many UK master's degrees can be completed in one year, meaning lower living costs and faster entry into employment.

Check the cost of course fees with the University or college you are applying to. Most often, this information will be listed on their website.

EU students who start in the 2020-21 academic year, or who have already started a course in the UK, are eligible for 'home fees'. This means they pay the same fees as students in the part of the UK where they are studying (England, Northern Ireland, Scotland or Wales). They will continue to pay 'home fees' for their whole course, even if it ends after 2021.

EU students who start courses from August 2021 onwards will no longer be eligible for home fee status. Instead, each university in England, Scotland and Wales will set its own fees for EU students. Check with your chosen university for more information, and find out more on our EU student advice page.

Living costs

You can expect to pay £800 - £1,300 a month, to cover accommodation, bills, food and other living costs.

For example:

around £20-£30 for the weekly shop

from £30 a month for travel

from £10 a month for a mobile phone contract

around £2.44 for a cup of coffee, from a high street café

around £40 a month for a gym membership

Costs differ depending on where you live in the UK and how much you want to spend. London and other major cities are more expensive.

If you have a scholarship or financial support, make sure you know what is and isn't covered.

Which? University has a student budget calculator to help estimate the cost of living in different areas of the UK. Select your university or prospective place to study to get an idea of all costs, from accommodation and bills to clothing, interests and hobbies.

Discounts

The National Union of Students card and the International Student Identity Card offer great student discounts in many shops, restaurants and businesses. Have a look to see if you could save money with one of these cards.

Check out VisitBritain for lots more UK student discounts.

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Get a monthly breakdown of how much you'll roughly need to live on for your university

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Guide to UK Postgraduate Student Living Costs from Find a Master's

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Guide to UK Postgraduate Student Living Costs from Find a Master's

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Written by Mark Bennett

Your postgraduate fees will account for a large proportion of the cost of your Masters degree. They won't be all you have to pay, however.

You'll need to cover accommodation expenses as well as food, drink, entertainment and other living costs - just as you did during your undergraduate degree. After all, your lifestyle may change slightly as a Masters student, but you'll still need to put food on the table and a roof over your head (the university library doesn't count!).

This page will give you an idea of the postgraduate living costs you're likely to encounter in the UK's major university cities, including average accommodation prices.

The most important factors shaping your living costs during a Masters will be related to your lifestyle and circumstances. What kind of accommodation will you be living in? Do you go out often? How often will you need to travel away from your university?

We can't predict these, but we can give you some sense of representative student living costs in different UK university cities. You can use this information to broadly compare options for postgraduate study. It could also help you decide whether living near your university will be more expensive than commuting from home (or opting for a distance learning Masters).

The following table is based on crowdsourced data for what we think are typical student living costs in different cities (there's more detail on how we've calculated these below).

City

Monthly Cost

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Monthly Cost

Cheltenham

£1,150
Plymouth
£780

The information is based on crowdsourced data submitted to Numbeo and calculated using their cost of living estimator.

We've based our examples on an individual student sharing in a three-bedroom city centre property, purchasing a monthly travel pass and going out approximately once a week with other optional expenses (eating out, coffee, clothing purchases, etc) kept to a minimum.

Needless to say, this information is only meant as a very general guide. Most universities have their own pages dedicated to student living costs in their city, so it's worth looking those up.

Estimating your own postgraduate living costs

Sadly, we don't know you well enough to work out your personal student budget. But you do. Your living expenses as a postgraduate won't have changed that much since your first degree. Bear this in mind when estimating postgraduate living costs.

If you're not living at home during your Masters, the biggest financial outlay (other than your tuition fees) will be on accommodation. You'll want to know that you're getting good value for money - and that your property meets your needs as a postgraduate.

The big choice you'll have to make is between university-owned accommodation and the private rental market. We've covered the main differences between them below.

University-owned accommodation

Many UK universities offer halls of residence specifically for postgraduates. The cost of this will normally be around £100-150 a week (expect higher in London). Although postgraduate university accommodation is usually more expensive than the private equivalent, remember that bills are normally included in the price.

The cost of university-owned accommodation typically depends on how many people you're sharing the flat or studio with and whether you have an en-suite bathroom, as well as whether the accommodation is catered or self-catered.

Demand for postgraduate accommodation often outstrips supply, so you should apply as soon as possible and have a plan B in case you don't manage to secure housing through your university.

Private accommodation

If university accommodation isn't available (or desirable) you'll need to rent privately. The cost for this will vary dramatically between different cities and even within them.

Even though private accommodation may sometimes be cheaper than university housing, bear in mind that the rent won't usually include any bills. You should also take care to make sure that you're renting from a reputable landlord. Some universities maintain a list of approved, reliable landlords and agencies, so it's a good idea to talk to them about that.

In the table below we've included average rents for someone sharing a three-bedroom, city centre property, based on crowdsourced data from Numbeo.

City

Monthly Cost

City

Monthly Cost

Cheltenham

£625
Plymouth
£310

Understanding postgraduate accommodation

You could have a few different housing options available for your Masters, including postgraduate-specific halls as well as general student dormitories and various types of privately rented accommodation. Our guide to choosing postgraduate accommodation provides more information.

Masters Costs and Fees
When you're making plans for Masters study, one of the most important factors to take into account is how much you'll end up paying during your programme.
Read more

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QS Universities Rankings - Top Global Universities & Colleges | Top Universities

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Compare the world's top universities with the latest edition of the QS World University Rankings®, and explore leading institutions by region and subject.

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Times Higher Education World University Rankings

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Times Higher Education World University Rankings

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Explore leading institutions by region and subject

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The University of the Witwatersrand in South Africa leads first ever THE ranking for the region

Ranking of US universities and colleges puts student success and learning at its heart

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The Times Higher Education World University Rankings, founded in 2004, is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities.

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Complete University Guide - University Rankings, Guides and Courses

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We help students around the world research degree courses and universities. Independent UK university league tables and rankings, overall and by subject.

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The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide

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Oxford and Cambridge have been beaten to the top spot of a UK university ranking for the first time as St Andrews is rated the best university in Britain. The Good University Guide, published online today, places the Scottish institution at the top of its league table, largely thanks to its consistently outstanding levels of student satisfaction.

No British rankings have ever placed any university other than Oxbridge at number one. Cambridge had triumphed for the previous eight editions of the GUG, but drops to third place this year in the tightest finish yet at the top of the table.

St Andrews has been homing in on the top of the rankings for several years. But its student satisfaction levels have peaked during the

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Alastair McCall, Editor, Good University Guide

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UK university rankings revealed: The Times league table

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Oxford and Cambridge have been beaten to the top spot of a UK university ranking for the first time as St Andrews is rated the best university in Britain. The Good University Guide, published online today, places the Scottish institution at the top of its league table, largely thanks to its consistently outstanding levels of student satisfaction.

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Sharing PhD experiences across the University of Warwick and beyond

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Sharing PhD experiences across the University of Warwick and beyond. Welcome to the PhDLife Blog, a place to share experiences and advice with researchers across the University of Warwick and beyond. Posts are published every Wednesday and cover a range of topics from the basics of doing a PhD to wellbeing tips and trying new...

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Warwick Business School Postgraduate Programs

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Warwick Business School Postgraduate Programs

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Postgraduate Courses | Courses | Warwick Business School

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£2million+ in WBS Scholarships available for the most talented candidates

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Internal Merit-Based Funding for Postgraduate Study at Warwick (Fall 2022 Entry; Indicative of Fall 2023 Entry) 

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Internal Merit-Based Funding for Postgraduate Study at Warwick (Fall 2022 Entry; Indicative of Fall 2023 Entry) 

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Internal funding opportunities are usually announced late around November/December, so we recommend treating previous examples of internal funding as indicative of likely opportunities for the next academic year

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Academic Scholarships at the University of Warwick 2022-2023 as of Jan 20, 2022

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Brief overview of the most common types (MA, MSc, and MRes) plus further guides on:
- the difference between an MA and an MSc
- taught Master's vs research Master's degrees
- a range of different types of programs including PGCE, MPhil, MRes, LLM, MEng, MSc, MA, GDL, MBA

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There's a wider range of courses available at postgraduate level. The way that you can study is also much more varied. Generally, there are three types of Masters degree.

Taught Masters such as Master of Arts (MA) and Master of Science (MSc) degrees include a series of modules delivered in classrooms or laboratories followed by a final dissertation. Research Masters such as Master of Research (MRes) and Master of Philosophy (MPhil) degrees focus on independent project work rather than seminars and lectures.

More professional and vocational qualifications includes Masters of Business Administration (MBAs) as well as postgraduate teacher training, law and pre-registration nursing courses. These involve more practical placements and accredited training.

The guides here explain all of these types of Masters degrees and other postgraduate courses in much more detail. You can also jump straight below to a comparative list of Masters degrees and a short summary video.

What can you get a Masters in?

Taught Masters degrees involve studying a set schedule of lectures and seminars. Although they share plenty of similarities with undergraduate programmes, they involve a much greater level of independent study than you'll be used to at Bachelors-level.

These are the main types of taught Masters degree and other postgraduate qualifications delivered by coursework:

Research Masters degrees are even more independent in nature than taught programmes. Students on these courses will typically focus on their own research work rather than following a set timetable of modules.

The main kinds of research Masters degrees are:

Professional Masters degrees are vocational courses aimed to prepare students for a career in a particular sector.

These are some of the most popular professional postgraduate qualifications:

Looking for a quick way to compare different types of Masters degree, side by side? Check out our list of degrees below.

Please note that individual degree programs can vary and it's possible that a specific course at a given university might be slightly different to the typical guidelines above.

Last Updated: 17 December 2021

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Types of Masters Degree | FindAMasters.com

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There's a wider range of courses available at postgraduate level. The way that you can study is also much more varied. Generally, there are three types of Masters degree. Taught Masters such as Master of Arts (MA) and Master of Science (MSc) degrees include a series of modules delivered in classrooms or laboratories followed by a final dissertation.

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Numbeo is the world’s largest cost of living database. Compare crowd-sourced data on cost of living, quality of life, perceived crime rates, and quality of healthcare. Choose your nearest city and compare with different UK cities.

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Cost of Living

Numbeo is the world's largest cost of living database. Numbeo is also a crowd-sourced global database of quality of life data: housing indicators, perceived crime rates, healthcare quality, transport quality, and other statistics.

9,034,403 prices in 11,518 cities entered by 768,324 contributors

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Cost of Living Numbeo is the world's largest cost of living database. Numbeo is also a crowd-sourced global database of quality of life data: housing indicators, perceived crime rates, healthcare quality, transport quality, and other statistics. 9,034,403 prices in 11,518 cities entered by 768,324 contributors

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Equating US GPAs to UK Entry Requirements

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Equating US GPAs to UK Entry Requirements

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Equivalencies for GPAs from the US to UK degree classifications (such as 'Upper Second Class Honours' / 2:i) will vary by UK university as will entry requirements, so always check the USA country webpage for the universities that you apply to and/or connect with their US representative. However, as a rough guide, the Fulbright table offers a really useful approximation to offer a ballpark idea of likely equivalencies.

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The academic profile and admission requirements vary from university to university. It's important to find a department that feels like an academic home to you.

Academic opportunities

You do not need a defined research proposal to apply to graduate programmes in the USA. However, if you know what you want to study, make sure the university offers degree concentrations in the areas that interest you.

There's also more to the academic side of university than the subjects on offer. Think about which of the following are important to you, and in what ways:

Areas of faculty expertise

Core curriculum requirements and electives

Opportunities to work with faculty on projects, papers and conferences

Discretionary funds for academic opportunities

Available facilities and equipment

Admission requirements

It's important to be realistic about your university choices in terms of what academic profile they are looking for.

Some of the top-tier graduate programmes in the USA admit fewer than 10% of all students who apply. These universities are looking for academically excellent applicants who have exceptional extracurricular involvement.

However, there are thousands of graduate schools in the USA, so academic expectations range from high to low. You do not need a high first-class bachelor's and a master's degree with distinction to be admitted to a good graduate programme in the USA.

In general, American graduate schools will at least be looking for:

Bachelor's degree with a minimum 2:2

Very few modules with lower than average results

Some sort of extracurricular involvement

Competitiveness

US universities don't have specific entry requirements like British universities.

They do publish the grade point average (GPA) that their first year (freshman) students achieved in high school. This can be usually be found on the admissions section of a university's website, and is out of 4.0.

Use the table below to average all your university results into a GPA.

This will help you know if a university's academic profile is within your reach.

Graduate schools will also publish the average or range of admissions scores their admitted students typically receive.

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The academic profile and admission requirements vary from university to university. It's important to find a department that feels like an academic home to you. Academic opportunities You do not need a defined research proposal to apply to graduate programmes in the USA.

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Information on steps to take, references, the personal statement, and timelines (note that selective universities typically open applications in Fall and recommend applying by end of March, with some programs closing earlier - always check the guidance on timelines directly with the universities that you'll be applying to)

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In most cases, you'll apply directly to your prospective university, either through an online applications portal or by printing off an application form and posting it with the relevant documents.

There are a few exceptions, however. UCAS Postgraduate is a centralised application service run by UCAS, the organisation responsible for undergraduate admissions in the UK. 11 institutions use UCAS Postgraduate for their Masters applications.

Similarly, different rules apply if you're applying for one of the following postgraduate qualifications:

Performing arts courses at conservatoires - Applications for these programmes are managed through UCAS Conservatoires

Postgraduate teacher training in England and Wales - If you're applying for a teacher training course in England or Wales, apply through UCAS Teacher Training

Postgraduate teacher training in Scotland - If you're applying for a Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE), make your application through UCAS Undergraduate

Postgraduate teacher training in Northern Ireland - For teacher training courses in Northern Ireland, applications go through the universities themselves.

MA / MSc programmes in Social Work, Nursing and Medicine - Apply through UCAS Undergraduate.

Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) / Legal Practice Course (LPC) - Applications for these postgraduate legal qualifications are dealt with by the Law Central Applications Board.

You'll need to supply the following documents for a Masters application:

Application form

Personal statement

Academic / professional references

Copies of your degree certificate and academic transcripts

A CV (for some courses)

Research proposal (if you're applying for a research Masters like an MPhil or MRes)

Proof of English language proficiency (if applicable)

How many Masters can you apply for?

If you're applying directly to a UK university for your Masters, there's no limit to the number of courses you can apply for. However, the application process can be time-consuming and you should be careful not to overstretch yourself. It's generally a good idea to limit yourself to three or four applications, rather than applying for many Masters programmes.

Make sure that you tailor each application to the programme in question rather than using a template format for each one. You should talk specifically about the course, mentioning why it appeals to you and how it'll help you achieve your goals.

For those courses listed above that use a different application method, you may find that you can only apply to a certain number of programmes.

If you're applying for a postgraduate teacher training course in England or Wales, you can make up to three applications. For Scottish teacher training courses, meanwhile, you can apply for up to five programmes.

Are there any application fees?

Most universities in the UK don't charge fees for postgraduate applications. Several of the most competitive institutions do charge an application fee, however. If you're applying for a course at a prestigious business school, you're more likely to be charged a Masters admission fee.

For those universities with application fees, the amount can range between £25 and £75 per programme.

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Applying for a Masters Degree - A Guide | FindAMasters.com

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In most cases, you'll apply directly to your prospective university, either through an online applications portal or by printing off an application form and posting it with the relevant documents. There are a few exceptions, however. UCAS Postgraduate is a centralised application service run by UCAS, the organisation responsible for undergraduate admissions in the UK.

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UK PhD applications are typically very different to Master's applications and are usually non-linear. Policies and approaches on PhD applications will vary by program so always check advice directly from the academic departments that you'll be applying to (as opposed to overall university guidance, as approaches to PhD applications within a university can vary from department to department)

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Applying for a PhD - Information, Guidance & Advice | FindAPhD.com

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Getting ready to apply for a PhD? Our guides explain research proposals, references and entry tests for doctoral programmes.

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PDF tips on the personal statement and applying to Warwick

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PDF tips for PhD applicants on how to approach the research proposal

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Data Science for Social Good (DSSGx) UK Summer Program

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Data Science for Social Good (DSSGx) UK Summer Program

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Data Science for Social Good UK programme

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Includes a useful table explaining different types of qualifications, plus discussion on DPhil vs PhD

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When is a 'PhD' not a PhD? When it's a DPhil, DBA, EdD or other type of doctorate degree.

The traditional PhD (or 'Doctor of Philosophy') is the best-known advanced research qualification, but several other varieties of doctoral degree exist. Some of these are academic qualifications in specific subject areas. Others are professional doctorates with a slightly different format.

The way in which candidates study for a PhD is also becoming more varied, with the opportunity to research part time or even pursue a joint doctorate degree, awarded by more than one university.

But there's no need to be confused. This page explains and compares the options available to you.

Wondering which type of doctorate degree is right for you? The following table offers a quick overview of the most common types of PhD and other doctorates:

Please note that this table doesn't include every type of doctorate. Many other subjects (and countries) award their own specific qualifications, but we've covered some of the most popular here.

You can more about some of these degree types in our guide to different varieties of doctorate.

Understanding this table

The doctorates in the above table are divided into different types, as follows:

Academic doctorates (such as the standard PhD) are usually awarded for original research and scholarship in traditional academic subjects. They can prepare a student for various careers, but their main focus is on broadening theoretical understanding of a subject, rather than improving professional practice.

Professional doctorates are awarded for work that contributes directly to knowledge or practice in a specific vocational field. They still involve original research and analysis, but also incorporate more practical training and instruction. Candidates may require appropriate experience.

Higher doctorates are usually awarded later in a person's career, as a means of recognising esteemed researchers or practitioners. Students do not normally enrol for these doctorates as traditional university degrees.

Honorary doctorates are awarded to celebrate an individual's achievements. They do not require any specific track record of academic or professional work and can be granted at the discretion of a university. Students do not enrol for these doctorates.

As a prospective postgraduate student, you only really need to concern yourself with academic or professional research degrees.

We've included higher and honorary doctorates here in order to try and prevent them being confused with more 'conventional' PhDs (and to give you some inspiration for later in your career!).

Many people believe that the DPhil and PhD are different degrees. This is not true. 'DPhil' is an abbreviation of 'Doctor of Philosophy'. Essentially, 'DPhil' and 'PhD' are two different ways of referring to the same doctoral degree.

'DPhil' is traditionally a British term and so only a few universities (most notably, the University of Oxford) still use it. Most universities around the world use the term 'PhD'. While you might have to explain to a foreign employer what a DPhil is, you can be safe in the knowledge that both degrees are the same prestigious Doctor of Philosophy award.

Last Updated: 08 February 2021

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PhD Types - Understanding Different Doctoral Degrees | FindAPhD.com

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When is a 'PhD' not a PhD? When it's a DPhil, DBA, EdD or other type of doctorate degree. The traditional PhD (or 'Doctor of Philosophy') is the best-known advanced research qualification, but several other varieties of doctoral degree exist. Some of these are academic qualifications in specific subject areas.

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Map to see locations of UK universities

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Where do you want to study in the UK? Arrange your free consultation with SI-UK London or Manchester to find your perfect study location.

SI-UK's service is fast, reliable and efficient. Their consultants are specialists, working closely with all UK universities and, through my consultants advice and application assistance, I was able to receive offers from my favoured universities.

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Where do you want to study in the UK? Arrange your free consultation with SI-UK London or Manchester to find your perfect study location. SI-UK's service is fast, reliable and efficient. Their consultants are specialists, working closely with all UK universities and, through my consultants advice and application assistance, I was able to receive offers from my favoured universities.