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Unlock Your Academic Potential: Felix Scholarships at SOAS, University of London for Indian Nationals

Table of Content

  1. Overview of Felix Scholarship
  2. Benefits of Felix Scholarship
  3. Eligible Programmes
  4. Eligibility Criteria
  5. Application Process
  6. Selection Process
  7. Key Deadlines

The SOAS, University of London, in collaboration with the Felix Scholarship Trust, offers a prestigious opportunity for Indian nationals to pursue their academic dreams. The Felix Scholarships are designed for individuals with outstanding academic achievements, enabling them to undertake postgraduate studies in the UK. This scholarship aims to nurture future leaders in academia and beyond.

Benefits

The Felix Scholarship provides a comprehensive financial package, including:

  • Full tuition fees for the chosen programme.
  • Living costs to support you during your studies.
  • A return airfare to the UK.

Eligible Programmes

The scholarship is open for:

  • Any full-time PhD programme.
  • Any full-time taught Master’s programme.

Note: Part-time programmes and Pre-sessional funding are not covered.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the Felix Scholarship, candidates must:

  1. Nationality: Be Indian nationals currently residing in India.
  2. Academic Merit:
    • Hold a first-class Bachelor’s degree from an Indian university (or an equivalent institution).
    • For PhD applicants, an upper second-class Bachelor’s degree is acceptable if complemented by a first-class Master’s degree.
  3. Financial Need: Demonstrate financial constraints in pursuing higher education.
  4. Commitment to Return: Commit to returning to India after completing their studies.
  5. Study History: Not have studied outside India for one year or more, nor hold degrees from non-Indian universities.
  6. Application Deadline: Submit a complete application for their chosen programme by 31 January 2025.

Application Process 

  1. Apply for Your Chosen Programme:
    Submit an online application for admission to either a Master’s or Research degree by 12:00 PM on 31 January 2025:

  2. Apply for the Felix Scholarship:
    Complete the online Felix application form by 12:00 PM on 31 January 2025.

Selection Process

  • Candidates are assessed based on academic merit and financial need.
  • Shortlisted candidates will be notified by March 2025 and invited for online interviews with the Felix Trust in April-May 2025.
  • Final results will be announced by June 2025.

Key Deadlines

  • Scholarship Application Deadline: 12:00 PM (midday) on 31 January 2025.
  • Unconditional Offer Requirement: Candidates must hold a firm (unconditional) offer by the time the SOAS Scholarship Panel convenes.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Scholarship at Uniplus Global to apply

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