SCHOLARSHIP: Royal Agricultural University (RAU), UK International Scholarship for Postgraduate Students
Royal Agricultural University (RAU) is pleased to introduce the Vice-Chancellor’s International Bursary, designed to ease the accommodation costs for new MSc, PGDip, and MBA international students.
About university:
Founded in 1845, the Royal Agricultural University (RAU) is one of the UK’s oldest agricultural institutions, known for its strong emphasis on sustainable agriculture, business, and land management. Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire, RAU offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs designed to equip students with practical skills and in-depth knowledge in agriculture, rural enterprise, and environmental stewardship. With a rich history and a commitment to innovation, RAU provides a supportive learning environment and fosters industry connections to enhance students’ career opportunities in the agriculture sector and beyond.
Scholarship deadline:
January 20th, 2025
Scholarship details:
- University or Organization: Royal Agricultural University (RAU)
- Department: NA
- Course Level: MSc, PGDip, and MBA Postgraduate
- Award: £1,752 reduction in accommodation costs
- Access Mode: Online
- Number of Awards: NA
- Nationality: International
- The award can be taken in: the United Kingdom
Scholarship eligibility requirements:
- Eligible Countries: Open to international students
- Acceptable Course or Subjects: The bursary is available for MSc, PGDip, and MBA postgraduate programs offered by RAU
- Admissible Criteria:
- Applicants must be new, full-time, international fee-paying students starting in January 2025.
- Students must meet or exceed academic entry requirements (including visa requirements).
- Applicants must have received an offer from RAU for a course starting in January 2025.
- The bursary applies to on-campus shared, catered rooms only, which include breakfast and dinner daily.
Scholarship Application Guidelines:
Applicants should complete and submit the online application form by January 20, 2025.
- Students who withdraw, change accommodation, or leave RAU early will lose their bursary entitlement and be liable for the full, pro-rata remainder of any fees.
- The Vice-Chancellor’s International Bursary can be applied alongside the Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship.
- Successful applicants will be notified in writing within two weeks of the decision.
For further details, contact: scholarships@rau.ac.uk
Scholarship Benefits:
- The bursary provides financial support by reducing on-campus accommodation costs by £1,752, requiring students to contribute £4,900 for the year.
- This support is valid for one academic year only.
