Newcastle University Nigeria Scholarships

The International Office is delighted to announce 5 Newcastle University Nigeria Scholarship (NU Nigeria Scholarship) awards.

These are available for high achieving Nigerian students applying for entry into postgraduate taught degree or research programmes within the:

Newcastle University Law School

Newcastle University Business School (NUBS)

Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering (SAgE)

Faculty of Medical Sciences Faculty (FMS):

Taught Programmes

Research Programme

These awards are available for students commencing their studies in September 2013.

Each scholarship will have a value of £3,500, payable towards the first year of tuition fees.

Requirements and Qualification.

You could be eligible to apply for a NU Nigeria Scholarship if:
You have been offered a place in any postgraduate degree programme in the Science, Agriculture and Engineering (SAgE) Faculty, Medical Sciences Faculty (FMS), Newcastle University Law School and Newcastle University Business School (NUBS).

You are a Nigerian national and have been assessed as international/overseas for fees purposes.
You have a Second Class Upper degree from a recognised Nigerian University and satisfy all other requirements.

You intend to register to start your studies during the 2013-14 academic year.
You are a self-funded student and not in receipt of other University or external awards.

How to Apply

You can apply via a separate application form including a personal statement of no more than 500 words.

Completed application forms should be sent to: africa.io@ncl.ac.uk

Please note that NU Nigeria Scholarship applications cannot be considered for candidates unless they have already applied for and been offered a place to study at the University.

Deadline for Application: 30th June 2013.

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