Scholarship

Aziz Foundation Masters Scholarship

Aziz Foundation and University of St Andrews Original Source

About This Opportunity

The University of St Andrews, in partnership with the Aziz Foundation, offers postgraduate scholarships specifically for British Muslims who wish to advance in their careers and bring positive change to their communities and beyond. The scholarship supports emerging leaders who demonstrate a high level of commitment to the community as well as aspirations to lead and inspire in their respective fields. The scholarship covers full tuition fees for one year of postgraduate taught study in specific subject areas including Media & Journalism, Technology, Sustainability/Environment, Law, Policy, Arts & Culture, and Sports. Applicants must be active within a Muslim community, demonstrate intimate knowledge of issues affecting British Muslim communities, and show long-term commitment to community or societal development within Britain. The scholarship aims to facilitate better representation and contribution of Muslims to civil society, combat Islamophobia, transform perceptions of British Muslims, and raise aspirations within British Muslim communities.

12 - 13 mo
4-6 months

Who Can Apply

Region
United Kingdom
Citizenship
United Kingdom
Residency
United Kingdom
Applicants
individual
Priority for
racial_minorities

Application Details

Institutional approval

Stages

  1. 1 two_stage

Review process

Applicants must first apply to the University for admission to a one year postgraduate taught degree and then apply to the Aziz Foundation for the scholarship. Awards are confirmed by mid-May (first round) or late July (second round).

Restrictions

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Post-award obligations

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