Brief description:

The University of Cambridge will offer, via the Cambridge Trusts, the Cambridge International Scholarship to the highest-ranked international students undertaking Ph.D. studies at the University. For UK and EU students, the Vice-Chancellor’s Awards are similarly offered.

Host Institution(s):

The University of Cambridge in the United Kingdom

Level/Field(s) of study:

Eligible research programs leading to a Ph.D. offered at the University

Number of Scholarships:

Not specified.

Target group:

International students from countries outside the EU (classified as ‘overseas’ for fee purposes).

Scholarship value/inclusions:

The scholarships pay the University Composition Fee and a maintenance allowance sufficient for a single person.

Eligibility:

A University Committee draws up one ranked list of all Ph.D. candidates across all disciplines.  The only factors considered in agreeing to this list are academic qualifications, references, and research potential.  The financial situation of applicants does not affect the selection of scholarship winners.

Application instructions:

All applicants should complete the funding section of the online application form via the Applicant Portal expressing their ‘wish to be considered for funding. Applicants who wish to start their PhDs in 2019-20 must apply by either the 5 December 2018 or 3 January, whichever deadline is appropriate for your course.

It is essential to visit the official website (link found below) to access the application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

Website:

Official Scholarship Website: https://www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/application-process/how-do-i-apply